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Ensuring Heat Safety for Outdoor Employees
Southeast Regional Ag News
In Florida, Representatives Anna Eskamani and Mike Gottlieb have introduced Florida House Bill 35 in an effort to safeguard outdoor workers from heat-related illnesses.
Be On the Lookout for Swamp Eels!
Southeast Regional Ag News
The University of Florida, in partnership with the U.S. Geological Survey, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and other agencies, encourages the public to report sightings of the invasive Asian swamp eel, detected in Florida’s waterways over two decades ago.
Let the Building Begin on Florida Ag Facility
Southeast Regional Ag News
Slated for completion by late 2027, the 256,000-square-foot complex will consolidate workers currently spread across two outdated buildings
A WIDE Range of Milton Impact Estimates
Southeast Regional Ag News
As of Friday, the UF/IFAS Economic Impact Analysis Program (EIAP) estimates Hurricane Milton caused between $190.4 million and $642.7 million in agricultural production losses in Florida.
Easements, Ag Leaders, and Chronic Wasting Disease
Southeast Regional Ag News
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$4.3M Easement Awarded to Florida Ranch
Southeast Regional Ag News
Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson has announced the permanent protection of Bar Rocking C Ranch, a 1,070-acre cattle operation in Highlands County, through the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program.
As Much as $162.2M in Ag Damage from Helene
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida farmers are still tallying up the losses after Hurricane Helene, with estimates ranging from $40.3 million to as high as $162.2 million. That’s according to a preliminary report from the University of Florida.
FL Agricultural Hall of Fame Inductees Announced
Southeast Regional Ag News
On October 23, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson, alongside the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Foundation, announced the 2025 Hall of Fame inductees: Cary and Marcia Lightsey, Madeline Mellinger, and Jim Strickland.
$8M Loss for One Company from One Hurricane
Southeast Regional Ag News
That is the reality now being reported by Pilgrim’s Pride, an American, multi-national food company who is one of the world’s largest poultry producers.
A Hurricane-Sized Swing at Strawberries
Southeast Regional Ag News
Danny Munch, American Farm Bureau economist, tells that 99% of Florida's strawberry acreage is in the counties within Hurricane Milton's path.
A Potential $1.6B Loss for Florida Vegetable Producers
Southeast Regional Ag News
"Vegetable production is the largest agricultural sector in those counties impacted by Hurricane Milton," says AFBF economist Danny Munch.
Dairy Family Donates $100K to Operation Outdoor Freedom
Southeast Regional Ag News
Operation Outdoor Freedom, which is supported by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services and led by the Florida Forest Service, offers wounded veterans no-cost access to outdoor activities like hunting, fishing, and camping at facilities designed just for them.
Fewer Acres, More Production for Florida Citrus
Southeast Regional Ag News
Despite a 17% drop in citrus acreage, Florida is seeing an increase in citrus production.
A Lab-Grown Lawsuit in the Sunshine State
Southeast Regional Ag News
Remember that ban on lab-cultivated “meat” in the state of Florida? Alabama has similar legislation but, it’s that ban in the Sunshine State that has now prompted litigation.
Young Farmers, Bermudagrass, and Interest-Free Loans
Southeast Regional Ag News
Across the Southeast, young farmers are receiving accolades, entries are open for a Burmudagrass hay contest, and low- and no-interest loans are available in Hurricane Debby's wake.
USDA to Pay Out in Discrimination Lawsuit
Southeast Regional Ag News
Breaking it down by state, USDA shows this impacting 6,494 producers and 4,413 planned producers in Alabama, 329 producers and 217 planned producers in Florida, and 1,191 producers and 979 planned producers in Georgia.
Marketing Hemp to Children
Southeast Regional Ag News
Two companies in the state of Florida – Just Brands, LLC and High Roller Private Label LLC – are now seeing enforcement actions from the state following food inspections that revealed hemp products attractive to children.
FL Ag Bill Vetoed Over Illegal Alien Concerns
Southeast Regional Ag News
Citing concerns that it could facilitate housing for undocumented foreign workers, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis on Friday vetoed a bill supported by the agriculture industry that aimed to simplify the construction of housing for farmworkers.
Commissioner Simpson Praises State Budget
Southeast Regional Ag News
This week, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson applauded the 2024-2025 state budget for its investments in Florida agriculture, natural resources, and consumer protection.
New Ag Committee Stacked with Florida Members
Southeast Regional Ag News
With 11 appointees to the Seasonal and Perishable Agricultural Products Advisory Committee, eight are from the Sunshine State.