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Department of Agriculture
The Buzzzzz on Mosquito-Borne Viruses & Bird Flu in Florida
The plague of mosquito borne viruses threaten us in Florida all year round, and bird flu is rising through our poultry and dairy industries. Are we in danger? Join us and find out from our...
Florida’s citrus forecast takes a hit
A report estimates that Florida growers will produce 18.8 million 90-pound boxes of oranges and 2 million boxes of grapefruit this season.
Florida reaches rural land deals to protect agricultural lands in Polk and Putnam Counties
Owners of three farms have signed deals with Florida, totaling nearly $9 million, to restrict future residential and commercial development.
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson reports a $20.6 million net worth
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson had a net worth of $20,618,000 as of Dec. 31, 2022.
Advocates demand reversal of Hillsborough County’s “no go” on expanded free school meals
Proponents demand child nutrition programs in Hillsborough County schools are extended and expanded. Earlier this week, several activists gathered near Miles Elementary in East Tampa on the first day of school. They were drawing attention...
