Griffin Blog
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A Look at Brazil’s Decreasing Citrus Crop
Florida’s citrus industry isn’t the only one with a decreasing citrus crop; the latest numbers out of Brazil show a […]
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Q&A on the FDA’s Food Safety Modernization Act Produce Safety Rule
Explore the basic things you need to know when it comes to the FDA’s approaching Produce Safety Rule. The […]
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Part of FDACS Water BMPs? There are Changes to Know About
There have been changes made to FDACS Best Management Practices—BMPs—concerning water that Florida citrus growers need to know about. […]
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Florida Ag Officials Declare Victory Over Screwworm
Florida ag officials are closing the animal health checkpoint in Key Largo after no additional screwworms have been detected. […]
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Florida Tomato Grower Honored With 4R Advocate Award
Florida tomato grower Gary Reeder was one of five farmers in the country given the 4R Advocate Award for 2017. […]
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Farmer’s Acceptance of Biocontrol Products Growing
Biocontrol products are increasing both in numbers and in grower acceptance. At the recent Biocontrols USA West 2017 Conference and […]
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University of Central Florida Starts New Ag Center
The University of Central Florida (UCF) blazes a new trail with the Materials Innovation for Sustainable Ag Center of Excellence […]
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Ag Facts for National Ag Day
Find some great ag facts in celebration of National Ag Day. March 21st is National Ag Day. While any […]
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U.S. Cow Herd Continues to Grow
The U.S. cow herd has continued its growth trend. The U.S. cow herd continues to grow at an aggressive […]
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Looking Ahead to the Rest of the Florida Citrus Harvest
The industry looks ahead to the remainder of the Florida citrus harvest. This past March 9th marked the latest […]
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Citrus Forecast for Florida Drops in March
See what the latest citrus forecast predicted for the 2016-17 Florida citrus season. March 9th saw the release of […]
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New Highlands County Citrus Growers Assoc. President Shares Thoughts
Read what the new Highlands County Citrus Growers Association President, had to say on citrus topics. The Highlands County […]
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What to Consider When Converting Citrus Groves to Pasture
Read recommendations from UF/IFAS on what to do when converting old citrus groves to pasture land. Citrus greening has […]
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New Option in Florida Citrus: the Finger Lime
Read all about the finger lime, and why it could be the next thing in Florida citrus. A recent […]
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Thoughts to Consider About an El Nino Year and its Effects on Cattle
El Nino creates issues for cattle producers. El Nino years come and go, but it’s good to know how […]
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Asian Citrus Psyllid Populations at Record Highs
The 2017 Asian citrus psyllid season has started off high. The Florida citrus industry has been watching the Asian […]
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Statistics From the USDA Farm and Land Survey
The latest data from the USDA Farm and Land Survey shows a decrease in farming in the U.S. The […]
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UF/IFAS Research Team Locates Cogongrass-Eating Insect
A UF/IFAS research team found a natural enemy of cogongrass on the other side of the world. A pervasive […]
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Micronutrients and Root Health Could Be Allies in the Fight Against HLB
A UF/IFAS researcher is looking at how micronutrients can help in the fight against HLB. Everyone is looking for […]
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Researchers Discover Repellent for Redbay Ambrosia Beetle
Avocado growers may soon have a new tool against the Redbay Ambrosia Beetle Avocado growers have been battling laurel […]
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Food Trends Creating Opportunities for Florida Farmers
Food trends offer opportunities for Florida farmers. Florida’s ag industry is a varied one. With our long growing season, […]
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Weed Management Details and Costs for 3 Problematic Weeds
Explore weed management options for three offending pasture weeds. Weed management requires a lot of consideration for Florida cattle […]
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The Fertilizer Institute Honors 4R Advocates at Commodity Classic
The Fertilizer Institute honored five farmers and retailer partners as 4R advocates. The Fertilizer Institute is set to honor […]
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California Might Have Citrus Trees to Help Fight Citrus Greening
As California joins the fight against citrus greening, they believe they have a trio of citrus trees that could hold […]
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The Basics of Detecting Citrus Freeze Damage in Trees and Fruit
See what factors lead to citrus freeze damage and what symptoms to look for. It’s that time of year when […]
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Florida’s Top Colleges and Universities for a Sunshine State Ag Education
Explore the ag education offering of colleges and universities in Florida. Ranking colleges is a common occurrence, letting students […]
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A Summary of the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD)
Find the details of the Veterinary Feed Directive (VFD) final rule from the FDA that started at the beginning of […]
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A Look at the 2017 Inductees to The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame
Each 2017 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame inductee has put a stamp on Florida ag. The banquet honoring the 2017 Inductees […]
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Q&A on Mycoshield, the Bactericide Oxytetracycline
Read a Q&A about the bactericide Oxytetracycline, marketed under the name Mycoshield. Bactericides are the talk of the citrus […]
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Average Rates for Agriculture Expenses, Part 2: Labor and Custom Work
Knowing the average rates for agricultural expenses like labor and custom work is beneficial for both parties. Last blog […]
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Knowing Average Rates for Agriculture Expenses, Part 1: Pasture Leases
Knowing the average rates for ag expenses like pasture leases can be an important step in negotiations. Pasture leases are […]
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Screwworm Update for Florida Livestock and Pet Owners
We shared in October when the New World screwworm was found in the Florida Keys in Key deer. The New […]
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Field Trials Show Soil Microbial Amendments Not Helpful Against HLB
Citrus growers are looking for anything that will help in the fight against citrus greening, also known as HLB, but […]
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A Look At CHMAs, Part 2: Grower Participation
CHMAs have been shown to offer benefits, but Florida citrus growers seem reluctant to participate. In the first half of […]
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A Look At Citrus Health Management Areas, Part 1: Effectiveness
Florida’s citrus industry is all in for the fight against citrus greening, also called HLB, and one tool that seems […]
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Options for Transitioning the Family Farm to the Next Generation
Wondering just how to transfer the family farm to the next generation? Explore these options. Many farms and ranches […]
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First Major Undercover Florida Citrus Operation Up and Growing
One Florida Citrus Operation is trying to block citrus greening’s access altogether. Citrus greening’s impact on Florida’s citrus industry is […]
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Three Reasons Why the Outlook for Florida Ag is Sunny for 2017
Florida ag has some good reasons to welcome 2017. If you’ve read the ag forecasts for 2017, for Florida ag […]
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New Year’s Resolutions to Consider for Your Agribusiness
Take some time to make a few resolutions for your agribusiness—and plan how you’re going to keep them—going into 2017. […]
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Tips on Getting Your Soil Ready for the Growing Season
The health of your soil determines many aspects of your operation, so make sure it’s as healthy as can be. […]
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Beef Health Products Safety Handling Tips
Follow these tips to ensure beef health products are being handled correctly for optimum benefits for your beef operation. […]
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Bactericide Approval Update for Florida Citrus
The Florida citrus industry has been fighting citrus greening, also called HLB, since its discovery in 2005 in South Florida. […]
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FAWN Tools Available for Citrus Growers
As cold weather approaches, Florida’s citrus growers turn to the Florida Automated Weather Network’s suite of tools. FAWN tools, as […]
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Summary of the State of the Florida Citrus Industry Survey, Part 2
Florida citrus is a major part of the state’s agriculture industry. Even with the hits the Florida citrus industry has […]
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Summary of Florida’s State of the Citrus Industry Survey, Part 1
Florida’s citrus industry is dominating the state’s ag news as it fights citrus greening, also known as HLB. All eyes […]
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Bactericide Trials Update
Bactericides have been the topic of the year for Florida citrus growers, and the results of bactericide trials have been […]
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The Latest on Florida’s Citrus Psyllid Eradication Efforts
There are many different avenues of attack that are being researched to fight citrus greening, also known as HLB, in […]
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Ag Commissioner Putnam Praises Florida Farmers
In a recent article, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture, Adam Putnam, sings the praises of Florida farmers for their environmental stewardship. […]
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Choosing the Right Perennial Forage for the Ranch
If you raise beef in Florida, then you know that the success of your operation is related to your forage. […]
