Sept. 1 Deadline for Florida Ag Hall of Fame Nominations

Jim Rogers Florida

The Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association reminds its members that the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for its next class of inductees. Nominations must be received by Sept. 1 at 5 p.m. The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame has recognized 173 inductees since 1980. Their contributions have helped advance the industry moving forward. Inductees are chosen from …

Nominations for Florida Ag Hall of Fame Due Sept. 1

Jim Rogers Florida

TAMPA, Fla. – The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame, which honors producers, commodity leaders, educators, scientists and others who have contributed to agriculture in the Sunshine State, is accepting nominations for its class of 2024 inductees. There are two ways to nominate: Nominations and supporting materials must be submitted electronically no later than Sept. 1.  “The Hall of Fame celebrates …

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Nominations Open for the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame

Jim Rogers Florida, General

TAMPA, Fla. – The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame is accepting nominations for its class of 2023 inductees. The Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame honors producers, commodity leaders, educators, scientists and others who have made significant contributions to the production of food in Florida. The online nomination form is available on the Florida Ag Hall of Fame website. Visit floridaaghalloffame.org …

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Sweet Corn Production: Yields Up, Market Down

Jim Rogers Corn

By Clint Thompson John L. Hundley, veteran farmer and newest member of the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame, produced a quick response when asked how sweet corn production has treated growers this year. “Production’s going good, the marketing isn’t,” Hundley said. “That’s the summary. Nothing else I can tell you other than that.” That’s all growers and consumers need to …