A recent study conducted by the University of Florida showed that Florida’s agriculture and natural resources industries have remained strong since the recession. According to the study, agriculture, natural resources and related industries provided an economic impact of $104 billion to the state in 2011. […]
In today’s fast-paced, hi-tech world with smartphones and all things electronic, sometimes it’s nice to completely disconnect and enjoy nature for all she has to offer. If this sounds like fun to you, then consider visiting The Florida Agricultural Museum . The Florida Agricultural Museum was established in 1983 by a group of concerned agriculturalists [...]
Our office is a big supporter of the Future Farmers of America, a valuable associated launched back in 1928. If you are not familiar with this organization, we encourage you to learn more about it and get involved where you are able. While the average age of a farmer in the U.S. is over 60, [...]
Florida agriculture growers may have more help than ever with the advancement of technology and support from the U.S. Florida Department of Agriculture. A recent article in The Grower, shares about a new smartphone App being built by the University of Florida in partnership with a grant from the Department of Agriculture. The App is [...]
Florida’s future farmers are making a big impact on Capitol Hill. Our office has always advocated for and supported the Future Farmers of America Association and the Florida Farm Bureau. A trend we are seeing recently is how this group’s young members are working closely on regulatory issues that affect Florida farming. In this June [...]
A recent study conducted by the University of Florida show Floridians are buying more locally grown foods. According to the survey results, one-fifth of the food purchased by consumers is locally grown. Food was purchased at restaurants, farmers markets, grocers, or direct from producers. For some, the product was grown within a 100-mile radius of [...]
Under the direction of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS), Division of Food, Nutrition, and Wellness (FNW), Florida is administering Child Nutrition programs. This is great news for school age children in Florida and good news for Florida’s many agriculture producers. We know good nutrition is extremely important to a child’s growth, [...]
This year, Florida celebrates its 500th anniversary. Florida’s landscape is rich with agricultural crops, so this is an anniversary for agriculture in Florida too. In April 500 years ago, Spanish explorers landed in Florida. As they established settlements throughout the land, they introduced crops that are still popular today. Today, we produce more than 300 [...]
In the early 60s, my parents were introduced to Arabian horses. They developed an immediate and deep fascination with these incredible animals. My parents were very driven, and when they started something, they made a 100 percent commitment. They began to breed Arabian horses, which meant as a family, we were traveling all over the [...]
