AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCitrus Disease Breakthrough: UF researchers say a newly approved citrus greening–resistant tree, CarriCea T1, could offer a more permanent, less costly alternative to antibiotic injections, with EPA approval for more than 300,000 trees. Policy & Markets: Florida AG Ashley Moody held a teletown hall with farmers on crop insurance and regulations, while Florida also moves to distribute 5.7 million eggs from an antitrust settlement tied to alleged egg price manipulation. Local Housing Fight: Sarasota County faces four Live Local Act lawsuits from developers seeking to advance projects totaling 4,000+ apartments, with the county pushing to dismiss. AgTech Regulation: Biotalys won California state registration for its protein-based biofungicide EVOCA, clearing a tough human health and environmental safety bar. Youth & Extension: SWFL Ag Expo scholarship winners were announced, and UF/IFAS Extension awards added support for Southwest Florida agriculture students. Livestock & Food Safety: Florida’s egg settlement deliveries continue through Feeding Florida’s network to food banks and foster families.
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