AGP Executive Report
Last update: 35 minutes agoCitrus Outlook: USDA forecasts Florida orange production down 23% from last season, with smaller declines for grapefruit and specialty citrus. Growers blame winter freezes but report healthier trees and better fruit quality; state support includes $160 million for new plantings and citrus-greening research. Working Lands: A $7.48 million conservation easement will keep a 498-acre Martin County cattle ranch in agriculture, with the county contributing half the cost. Fertilizer Supply: Rep. Scott Franklin is urging federal action over a sulfur shortage affecting Florida fertilizer production. Crop Research: University of Florida scientists found that a century-old disease damaging button mushrooms involves a diverse mix of bacteria, a finding that could help growers develop better controls.
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