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Southeast Regional Ag News
The Commissioner’s office outlines key provisions in the 2026 Florida Farm Bill aimed at agriculture, public safety, and consumer protection.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Applications are open through November 14 for Florida’s 2025 Southern Pine Beetle Assistance and Prevention Program.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Thousands of products pulled in first round of inspections aimed at child-focused packaging and labeling violations.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida students ages 7–13 can now enter a statewide cooking competition celebrating fresh Florida ingredients, creativity, and school meal inspiration—with a chance to win up to $5,000 in college savings.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida’s 2025 Farm Bill is now law. With strong bipartisan support, the legislation brings sweeping changes aimed at strengthening agriculture and consumer protections across the state.
Southeast Regional Ag News
The rule, set to take effect in December, aims to prevent deforestation but imposes stringent compliance measures on the U.S. timber industry despite the country being designated as a low risk for deforestation.
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.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Sandra Moore, of Hillsborough County, is the first Woman of the Year in Agriculture winner representing the tropical fish industry.
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture touts funding for new headquarters as a significant victory for Florida agriculture.
Southeast Regional Ag News
On Tuesday, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that more than $4.5 million has been approved for farmers impacted.
Southeast Regional Ag News
With damage from Hurricane Idalia being assessed, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is doing what it can to assist.
Southeast Regional Ag News
For the first time in history, citrus yellow vein clearing virus has now been found in the United States.