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Florida Updates BMPs to Strengthen Agriculture and Conservation
Southeast Regional Ag News
Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson has announced the completion of major updates to nine agricultural Best Management Practices (BMP) manuals—the first comprehensive revisions in nearly 20 years.
EU Policy Could Cost American Timber
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.
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.
FDACS Readies Itself for New Headquarters
Southeast Regional Ag News
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture touts funding for new headquarters as a significant victory for Florida agriculture.
Idalia Funds Approved
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.
Legislation to Support Florida Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Coming from Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, Senator Jay Collins, and Representative Danny Alvarez, the legislation which was filed just before the holiday touches on a number of topics of agricultural concern.