AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoHurricane Readiness: Category 2 Hurricane Isaias is driving evacuations along Florida’s Gulf Coast, with dangerous winds, storm surge and flooding possible. Panhandle growers and ranchers should follow local emergency guidance and protect people, livestock and equipment. Grower Priorities: Rep. Darren Soto visited Highlands County citrus groves and Buck Island Ranch, hearing concerns about citrus disease, storms, water quality and rising costs. Agricultural Investment: Lee County has earmarked up to $50 million for improvements at Mike Greenwell Regional Park, including plans for an agricultural education center, barns and event space. Citrus Outlook: Florida grapefruit is showing a higher Brix reading for the 2026–27 crop, a measure of fruit sweetness. Working Lands: Polk County and the state have protected 375 acres of cattle ranchland near Alturas, keeping it in agricultural use. New Farm Opportunity: UF is leading a regional effort to put fallow winter acreage to work and create economic opportunities.
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