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Florida blueberry and citrus growers working through losses from the freeze share their hopes and fears as the financial toll grows. https://t.co/jhvWBLAKcO
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The freeze affected strawberry growers across Florida, leaving some wondering what the rest of the season would hold. We spoke with growers Bob McDowell and David Lawson to learn how they fared. https://t.co/QCtiPDvoSk
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Preliminary reports from FDACS estimate more than $3 billion in agricultural losses as a result of the recent freeze. https://t.co/jFcBIWafE9
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TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Today, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ preliminary estimates of losses to Florida...
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Florida citrus growers participating in the Cycle 7 field trials of the Citrus Research and Field Trial recently received a boost of financial support. Phillip Rucks explains where the help came from and what it's for. https://t.co/f7gt4b5LqN
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Florida's rise as a strawberry powerhouse is a story of climate, innovation, and tradition. Mild winters, early harvests, and generations of growers have made Plant City the nation's winter strawberry capital. *Sponsored by Farm Credit of Central Florida* https://t.co/TOhvzrOnGR
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Citrus growers may be eager to jump into recovery mode after the recent freeze, but UF/IFAS experts are urging patience. Griffin Fertilizer’s Mike Roberts explains why acting too soon could cause even more stress and damage if another cold snap hits.
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Not all messy hindquarters mean diarrhea. Fecal Water Syndrome is a common condition in which normal manure is followed by a stream of liquid, leaving horses damp and irritated. Polk Equine’s Katie Hennessy talks about causes, symptoms, and management. https://t.co/jyewBauEVI
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From stealing bases to sowing seeds, Dee Strange-Gordon is redefining what it means to make an impact in Central Florida. With his Black Sheep Farms venture, he's turning hydroponic greens into hope. *Sponsored by Visit Central Florida* https://t.co/4AfgHTJ9YU
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With fair season in full swing, Baxter Troutman’s F1 Meat is at the center of it all. From processing hundreds of fair animals to supporting the fairs, he and his team help turn student livestock projects into local food for a real community impact. https://t.co/ApW22jJ42x
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Congresswoman Kat Cammack has announced three Farm Bill Listening Sessions to be held around the state this Friday, February 13, in Lake Wales, Alachua, and Clewiston. https://t.co/hFfbmmDw4S
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UF/IFAS is asking agricultural producers who experienced crop, livestock, or infrastructure losses or damages in recent freeze events to participate in a survey. https://t.co/hoRXkqHREw
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FDACS recently released a statement saying any report that claims a Florida horse has New World Screwworm is false. https://t.co/5SC7AWhpzs
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Have you checked out our photos from the 55th annual Alafia River Rendezvous? Get ready to step back in time... 📸 photos by VENUS SANSOM https://t.co/cjYSfG1SuB
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Join the UF/IFAS Statewide Citrus Team for an update on the recent cold weather and its impacts on Florida citrus on Feb. 11 at 10 a.m. https://t.co/mZzvtHVZxf
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In response to the recent winter storm and freeze events impacting blueberry production, the Florida Blueberry Growers Association will host agrower webinar scheduled forTuesday, February 10, from 9-11 a.m. Details at https://t.co/OOivtRszLU
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The North American Blueberry Council offers guidance for blueberry growers affected by the freeze. https://t.co/iZnBgZ67JV
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What Growers Can Do Now Growers impacted by the ongoing winter storm are urged to take immediate action to protect their eligibility for federal assistance programs and to understand available...
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UF/IFAS Highlands County agent Alissa Hevesh provides post-freeze assessment resources for Florida growers. https://t.co/W90HeqPXDZ
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Kyndall Akins shares a hug with her father after he surprised her at her last county fair.
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There's nothing we love more than going through all the Polk County Youth Fair photos our photographer took. Did he snag a pic of you? https://t.co/zNQJYqbHvR
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photos by THOMAS HAGERTY
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Lake Wales Sr FFA Chapter member Brayden Tyler's steer Donald weighed in at 1,474 pounds! Great job!
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