AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoWater and Land: Florida announced $100 million for projects to restore springs, upgrade wastewater systems and protect water supplies. Manatee County voters will also decide Nov. 3 whether to approve up to $75 million for land conservation, including farmland. Farm Costs: A proposed Florida tax amendment could exempt farm equipment from property taxes, offering farmers savings but potentially reducing revenue for rural local governments. Pests and Crops: Pasture mealybug has spread to more than two dozen Florida counties, raising concerns for pasture and hay producers. In Polk County, extreme weather has sharply cut citrus yields. Florida Agriculture: A Plant City family is growing Mexican marigolds for its Day of the Dead celebration, while a Parrish sod grower is bringing a more pest- and disease-resilient St. Augustine grass blend to market. Florida grapefruit has also entered the Fair Trade Certified market for the first time.
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