by Shep Eubanks | Oct 17, 2014
Agritourism is an industry that provides alternative income opportunities for Panhandle agricultural producers, while providing recreational opportunities for tourists, schools, churches, and other organizations. Agritourism activities also promote agriculture, and...
by Doug Mayo | May 22, 2014
From farm gate to dinner plate, consumers are looking for more local food options. According to the latest USDA Census of Agriculture, Industry estimates valued local food sales at $7 billion in 2011, reflecting the growing importance of this new market. While...
by Blake Thaxton | Apr 25, 2014
The local foods movement is a trend which has turned into a game changer. In 2012, local food sales in the Florida Panhandle alone have been valued at $543 million. Indicators suggest more consumers are seeking local produce. On average 20 percent of household food...
by Doug Mayo | Jun 7, 2013
The Panhandle Fresh Marketing Association (PFMA) is seeking new growers in the panhandle. They currently market fresh produce to area Wal-Mart stores, Sysco Gulf Coast, and several other area vendors. Panhandle Fresh is seeking additional small to medium sized...
by Les Harrison | May 3, 2013
Dryland field corn is up and flourishing in the Big Bend Region of Florida. Rains have been well spaced and delivering sufficient water. Corn acreage is forecast to be at its highest point in three quarters of a century. The 97,282,000 acres nationally is an...
by Doug Mayo | Apr 26, 2013
Timber Mart-South Summary, 1st Quarter, 2013 Source: Chris Demers, UF/IFAS Forest Stewardship Coordinator The information in the following table of average Florida timber prices was extracted from the Timber Mart-South first quarter 2013, released in April 2013. This...
