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ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
November 30, 2012
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Stopping flies before they mature:
An insect growth regulator is one of the latest technologies USDA scientists are adding to their arsenal to help fight house flies that spread bacteria to food. (11/26) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121126.htm

"Shotgun sequencing" of wheat genome:
USDA scientists and cooperators have completed a "shotgun sequencing" of the wheat genome. The achievement is expected to increase wheat yields, help feed the world and speed up development of wheat varieties with enhanced nutritional value. (11/28) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121128.htm

Tracking E. coli bacteria:
USDA scientists have identified sources of Escherichia coli bacteria that could help restore the reputation of local livestock. Studies suggest that in some parts of California, pathogens in local waterways are more often carried there via runoff from urban areas, not from animal production facilities. (11/29) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121129.htm

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IFAS in the News

Good morning. Here is IFAS in the News for Thursday, Nov. 29.

IFAS-Related...

Lionfish Population in Florida Continues to Grow http://www.wuft.org/news/2012/11/28/lionfish/

Autopsy: Roach-Eating Champ Died Choking on Bug Parts, Vomit http://miami.cbslocal.com/2012/11/28/autopsy-roach-eating-champ-choked-on-bug-parts-vomit/

Reports Coming in About Whitefly Swarms
http://www.tbnweekly.com/pubs/belleair_bee/content_articles/112812_bee-02.txt

Extension Connection: Keeping Food Safe (Potluck Party Tips)
http://www.crestviewbulletin.com/news/community/extension-connection-keeping-food-safe-potluck-party-tips-1.56092

Herbs: Seasonings for "The Season"
http://www.claytodayonline.com/ee/claytoday/en/component/fullstory/20121129_002_art_1/herbs-seasonings-for-the-season


Of Interest...

Reports Finds Water Pollution in Florida Costs Up to $10.5 Billion, Annually http://www.enewspf.com/latest-news/science-a-environmental/38672-report-finds-water-pollution-in-florida-costs-up-to-105-billion-annually.html

Palestinians Certain to Win Recognition as a State http://www.chron.com/news/world/article/Palestinians-certain-to-win-recognition-as-a-state-4075612.php

Japan's Retail Sales Fall in October as Car Sales Drop: Economy http://www.bloomberg.com/news/2012-11-29/japan-s-retail-sales-fall-in-october-as-car-tv-sales-fall-1-.html

Waging a Crusade Against Stinkin' Thinkin'
http://online.wsj.com/article/SB10001424127887324020804578147532400735730.html?google_editors_picks=true

Can a Jellyfish Unlock the Secret of Immortality?
http://www.nytimes.com/2012/12/02/magazine/can-a-jellyfish-unlock-the-secret-of-immortality.html?pagewanted=all


Tom Nordlie
IFAS News
Bldg. 116, UF main campus
tnordlie@ufl.edu
(352) 273-3567

8-14 day Weather Outlook

Greetings,

 

With the crop slowing down and cooler temperature, blueberry growers are discussing when to apply hydrogen cyanamide.  NWS Melbourne, FL sent a statement out today that there should be lower than normal temperatures for the Florida peninsula the second week of December (see link below).  Remember this is only an outlook but could be a useful tool in planning upcoming activities in the field.

 

http://www.cpc.ncep.noaa.gov/products/predictions/814day/

 

Please let me know if you have any questions and don’t forget to register for Winter Weather School (http://lake.ifas.ufl.edu/agriculture/citrus/documents/WinterWeatherSchoolAnnouncement.pdf ) scheduled for December 6 in Tavares.

 

Thank you,

 

Gary K. England

Multi-County Extension Agent III – Fruit Crops

Lake County Extension

1951 Woodlea Road

Tavares, FL 32778

(352) 343-4101 Ext. 2729

(352) 343-2767 Fax

gke@ufl.edu

 

 

Forages of Florida app added to IFAS Mobile app

All,

                I’m pleased to announce that the Forages of Florida app, Grasses and Legumes for Florida, has been added to the IFAS Mobile site.  Use your mobile device to go to http://m.ifas.ufl.edu to see the updated site.  Forages of Florida was conceived and developed under the sponsorship of Yoana Newman, Extension Forage Specialist, Agronomy Department.  The main site is http://agronomy.ifas.ufl.edu/ForagesofFlorida/.

 

Dan

--

Daniel H Cromer Jr

Director of Information Technology

Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS)

University of Florida

FW: Opening for Aquatic Technician in South Florida

 

 

From: Florida aquatic plant managers, researchers, and agency personnel [mailto:CAIP-FL-AQUATICS@LISTS.IFAS.UFL.EDU] On Behalf Of Brown,Karen P
Sent: Wednesday, November 28, 2012 6:16 PM
To: CAIP-FL-AQUATICS@LISTS.IFAS.UFL.EDU
Subject: FW: Opening for Aquatic Technician in South Florida

 

See attached.

 

From: Jim Williams [mailto:lakedoc@lakedoctors.com]
Sent: Wednesday, November 28, 2012 10:34 AM

The Lake Doctors, Inc.

Winter Springs, FL 32708

407-327-1080 | Corporate

407-327-7930 | Fax

1-800-666-LAKE (5253)

 

 

IFAS in the News

Good morning. Here is IFAS in the News for Wednesday, Nov. 28.

IFAS-Related...

High Tunnels Yield Better Blueberries
http://www.futurity.org/science-technology/high-tunnels-yield-better-blueberries/

Boosting Local Agriculture
http://www2.tbo.com/business/business/2012/nov/28/ssopeno1-boosting-local-agriculture-ar-576618/

Drones Above
http://fortmyers.floridaweekly.com/news/2012-11-28/Top_News/DRONES_ABOVE.html

Banana Plague Decimates Crops, Threatens US Supermarket Supply http://www.alaskadispatch.com/article/banana-plague-decimates-crops-threatens-us-supermarket-supply

Agriculture Vital to Hillsborough County Economy http://www2.tbo.com/business/business/2012/nov/28/ssopeno2-agriculture-vital-to-hillsborough-county-ar-576616/


Of Interest...

After Meeting With Susan Rice, Republican Senators Say They Aren't Reassured http://www.washingtonpost.com/politics/after-meeting-with-susan-rice-republican-senators-say-they-arent-reassured/2012/11/27/64af3ce6-38b6-11e2-8a97-363b0f9a0ab3_story.html

Intrigue Over Mars Finding Fuels Rumours
http://www.ndtv.com/article/world/intrigue-over-mars-finding-fuels-rumours-298324

In Hawaii, a Coral Reef Infection Has Biologists Alarmed http://www.latimes.com/news/nationworld/nation/la-na-hanalei-bay-20121127,0,4893429.story?track=lat-pick

Northern California to Be Lashed With Heavy Rains, Wind
http://www.usatoday.com/story/weather/2012/11/27/northern-california-rain-floods/1729813/

New Nuclear Engine Could Power Deep-Space Exploration http://www.wired.com/wiredscience/2012/11/radioactive-stirling-engine-exploration/

Oceans Fail the Acid Test as Carbon Emissions Rise http://blogs.telegraph.co.uk/news/geoffreylean/100191727/oceans-fail-the-acid-test-as-carbon-emissions-rise/

Floridians' Consumer Confidence Drops Post-Election
http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121127/ARTICLES/121129685

Tom Nordlie
IFAS News
Bldg. 116, UF main campus
tnordlie@ufl.edu
(352) 273-3567

Upcoming Programs

You may be interested in these upcoming programs and opportunities.

 

Programs

November 29, 30: Sakata Field Trials. Ft. Myers, FL. Please see attachment for details.

 

December 4: Suwanee Valley Watermelon Institute. Please see attachment for details.

 

December 10: Core and Private Applicator Training and Exam: Manatee County Extension Service

Core 9am-11am, Private 11am-1pm, Manatee County Extension Service, Palmetto, FL.

Two exam prep classes will be held to help you prepare for the Core and Private Applicator RUP license exams. Exams will be offered immediately following the Private class. However, you do not have to take the exams the same day.  You may schedule a time to take the exams at your convenience.

If you are already a license holder, 2 CEUs in Core and 2 in Private are offered for both classes, respectively. Light snacks will be offered.

For details and registration visit: http://coreprv121012.eventbrite.com/

 

December 12: Winter Peach Pruning Workshop

DATE:    December 12, 2012

TIME:    9:00 AM – Noon (approximate)

LOCATION:         Indian River Research and Education Center, 2199 South Rock Road, Fort Pierce, FL  34945-3138.  We will have the main auditorium reserved, and you can enter into the main entrance on the right. 

BRING: Please bring a set of clean pruners or loppers for the hands-on section of the workshop.

Please RSVP by November 23^rd, 2012 so that we can get a good head count and arrange for transportation out to the orchard behind IRREC.

If you have any questions, please contact Mercy Olmstead at mercy1@ufl.edu

or Dr. Jose Chaparro know (jaguey58@ufl.edu).

 

December 17: WPS Train-The-Trainer. Manatee County Extension Service.

Need CEU’s?

The WPS TTT workshop provides CEUs in several categories. Even if you don’t need to be WPS certified, don’t miss this opportunity for CEUs. CEUs available: 2 in the following categories: Aerial, Ag. Row, Ag. Tree, O&T, Private, Forest Pest Control, and Soil and Greenhouse Fumigation.

Need to become a WPS certified Trainer?

The Worker Protection Standard (WPS) is a federal program designed to protect agricultural farm workers in the production of agricultural plants. A person is qualified to teach WPS to farm workers if he/she holds a restricted use pesticide license or if he/she has completed the WPS Train the trainer course. Once a person has completed the course he/she is certified for life. 

For details and registration visit: http://wps12712.eventbrite.com/

 

February 21: Florida Strawberry Expo. Gulf Coast Research and Education Center. Details to follow.

 

February 27: New Technology for Commercial Vegetable Production. Teleconference program. Several locations will be hosting. Up to 5 CEUs available in Ag. Row, Private, and Demo and Research. Please see attachment for agenda. Stay tuned for location details

2013 Hydroponics Short Course: See attachment for details.

 

Opportunities:

Leathers Melon Company, Inc. is currently searching for watermelon growers for the upcoming 2013 spring watermelon season.

 

You may contact Jim @ 573-275-6109 or Joey @ 239-410-6403 or the office @ 863-675-6722.

 

Job Announcement: Sarasota-based FL Farm to School Coordinator Position

 

This regional UF position will be based out of the Sarasota County Extension office.  It is for a full-time Coordinator who will provide district-wide leadership and support of the FL Farm to School program’s goals and objectives in each of the five University of Florida IFAS’s Extension Districts.

 

The Coordinator will promote and expand Farm to School activities at the multi-county level within an extensive and diverse statewide network of school authorities, parents, and children; farmers and distributors; University of Florida Extension faculty and administrators; staff of federal and state agencies; and representatives from other public and private organizations.

 

Responsibilities include supporting county and state faculty in the design and development of nutrition education and/or agricultural production training programs to support Farm to School program priorities, maintaining communication among team members as well as designing, leading and participating in extension trainings, outreach events and team meetings.

 

For details on the salary and qualifications of this position, please, see https://jobs.ufl.edu/postings/34558

 

 

 

Crystal Snodgrass, M.S.
Extension Agent, Vegetables
Manatee County Government
University of Florida IFAS Extension
941-722-4524, Ext. 230
Fax: 941-721-6796
crys21@ufl.edu
http://manatee.ifas.ufl.edu

 

November MarketMaker Newsletter - Florida

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Weekly Harvest, November 21, 2012

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Weekly Harvest Newsletter Sustainable Agriculture News Briefs - November 21, 2012 Weekly sustainable agriculture news and resources gleaned from the Internet by NCAT staff for the ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service website. The Weekly Harvest Newsletter is also available online. News & Resources USDA Farm to School Grants Announced Farm Energy Webinar Series Begins December 4 Report Reveals Economic Value of Organic Dairy Production APHIS Seeks Suggestions for Projects Funded by Farm Bill Section 10201 Beginning Farmer Network of Massachusetts Launches Website MOSES Organic Farming Conference Calls for Poster Proposals Funding Opportunities North Carolina Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund California Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Frontera Farmer Foundation Coming Events Practical Farmers of Iowa Annual Conference Cascadia Grains Conference Direct Marketing Conference News & Resources USDA Farm to School Grants Announced USDA announced more than $4.5 million in Farm to School grants to help schools respond to the growing demand for locally sourced foods and increase market opportunities for producers and food businesses. Grants will also be used to support 68 agriculture and nutrition education efforts spanning 37 states, such as school gardens, field trips to local farms, and cooking classes. The full list of awards granted for fiscal year 2013 is available online. Farm Energy Webinar Series Begins December 4 The University of Wisconsin-Madison will present a series of 10 agricultural energy webinars this winter. Topics for the hour-long webinars include energy efficiency in irrigation, animal housing, greenhouses, grain drying, milk production, and field crop production. A complete schedule is available online, along with registration information. Report Reveals Economic Value of Organic Dairy Production The organic dairy sector provides more economic opportunity and generates more jobs in rural communities than conventional dairies, according to a report released by the Union of Concerned Scientists. Cream of the Crop: The Economic Benefits of Organic Dairy Farms calculated the economic value of organic milk production in Vermont and Minnesota. Vermont's 180 organic farms contribute $76 million annually to the state's economy and support 1,009 jobs. In Minnesota, 114 organic farms add $78 million to Minnesota's economy annually and have created 660 jobs. The report also compared the economic value that would be generated by conventional and organic farms in the two states if both experienced the same hypothetical level of increased sales. Related ATTRA Publication: Dairy Resource List: Organic and Pasture-Based APHIS Seeks Suggestions for Projects Funded by Farm Bill Section 10201 USDA's Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) is inviting stakeholders to submit suggestions for fiscal year 2013 projects to implement Section 10201 of the 2008 Farm Bill. There are six Section 10201 goal areas: enhancing plant pest/disease analysis and survey; targeting domestic inspection activities; enhancing and strengthening pest identification and technology; safeguarding nursery production; enhancing mitigation capabilities; and conducting outreach and education about these issues. APHIS will accept suggestions for FY 2013 projects through December 7, 2012. Beginning Farmer Network of Massachusetts Launches Website The Beginning Farmer Network of Massachusetts has introduced a new website that is the product of a collaborative process involving beginning farmers and farm service providers throughout the state. The site features a searchable resource map for beginning farmers, a Resource Finder, a statewide calendar of beginning farmer events, profiles of successful farmers in Massachusetts, and blog posts with useful advice for beginning farmers. MOSES Organic Farming Conference Calls for Poster Proposals The Midwest Organic and Sustainable Education Service (MOSES) is inviting researchers to submit poster proposals for display at the 2013 MOSES Organic Farming Conference as part of the Organic Research Forum. Government scientists and staff, academic faculty and staff, graduate/undergraduate students, and farmer researchers are invited to submit poster proposals by January 9, 2013. The conference will be held February 21-23, 2013, in LaCrosse, Wisconsin. >> More Breaking News Back to top Funding Opportunities North Carolina Agricultural Development and Farmland Preservation Trust Fund This fund supports the farming, forestry, and horticulture communities within the agriculture industry. The fund supports the purchase of agricultural conservation easements; funds public and private-enterprise programs that will promote profitable and sustainable family farms; and funds conservation agreements targeted at the active production of food, fiber, and other agricultural products. North Carolina county governments and nonprofit groups may apply. The current application period is open until December 17, 2012. California Specialty Crop Block Grant Program The California Department of Food and Agriculture is now accepting proposals for the 2013 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, which is designed to enhance the competitiveness of the state's specialty crops. Grant awards will range from $50,000 to $400,000 per project. Eligible non-profit organizations; local, state, and federal government entities (including tribal governments); for-profit organizations; and public and private colleges and universities may apply. Concept proposals must be submitted by December 7, 2012. Frontera Farmer Foundation The Frontera Farmer Foundation will award grants of up to $12,000 for capital improvements to small and medium-size, individually owned farms that sell their food products to customers in the Chicago area at farmers markets and otherwise. Applications must be received by February 28, 2013. >> More Funding Opportunities Back to top Coming Events Practical Farmers of Iowa Annual Conference January 10-12, 2013 Ames, Iowa Explore how different farming systems and practices help build the soil and the communities of plants, animals, and people who depend on the soil. The conference features three short courses and two days of in-depth workshops on grazing, field crops, fruits and veggies, marketing, recordkeeping, and other topics. Cascadia Grains Conference January 12, 2013 Tacoma, Washington The Cascadia Grains Conference brings together farmers, bakers, brewers, distillers, brokers, investors, policy-makers, and others to help rebuild the regional grain economy. Farmers will learn about grain production, connect with scale-appropriate buyers, and learn strategies for increasing demands for cereals used for poultry and livestock feeds, artisan breads, brewing, and distilling. Direct Marketing Conference January 13, 2012 South Royalton, Vermont NOFA Vermont's annual Direct Marketing Conference provides networking and educational opportunities for farmers market managers and vendors, as well as farmers marketing through Community Supported Agriculture and farm stands. >> More Events Back to top Subscribe to the Weekly Harvest Comments? Questions? Contact us Weekly Harvest and ATTRAnews Archives Digital versions of recent and archived Weekly Harvest and ATTRAnews newsletters are available online. ATTRAnews is the newsletter of ATTRA - National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service. The National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service - ATTRA - was developed and is managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT). The project is funded through a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Visit the NCAT website for more information on our other sustainable agriculture and energy projects. © 2012 NCAT Back to top	New Publication Understanding Organic Pricing and Costs of Production Question of the Week How do I price my farm products when selling to restaurants? Ask a Sustainable Agriculture Expert Submit questions to our professional staff online ATTRA Webinars November 29 — Understanding Whole-Farm Insurance for Specialized, Diversified, and Organic Farms Jeff Schahczenski will explain Adjusted Gross Revenue Lite. Farmers who grow diverse specialty crops, organic crops, or who have mixed crop/livestock operations are especially encouraged to attend, along with educators and other professionals who serve these growers. The webinar will feature regionally appropriate examples from the Southeast. ATTRA Spanish Newsletter Subscribe to Cosecha Mensual (Monthly Harvest), ATTRA's Spanish-language e-newsletter ATTRA is on Facebook! We feature breaking news on sustainable agriculture topics several times a week. Add us to your FaceBook friends list today!

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ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
November 23, 2012
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Protecting troops from sand flies:
USDA scientists are helping deployed American troops protect themselves against sand flies, which are major pests in Afghanistan, Africa and the Middle East. Sand flies are vectors of Leishmania parasites that cause leishmaniasis, a devastating disease for which there is no vaccine or medication. (11/19) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121119.htm

Producing peaches with less water:
USDA scientists are helping peach growers make the most of dwindling water supplies in California's San Joaquin Valley. The researchers have found a way to reduce the amount of water given post-harvest to early-season peaches so that the reduction has a minimal effect on yield and fruit quality. (11/21) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121121.htm
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ARS Newslink

ARS News Service
USDA Agricultural Research Service
November 16, 2012
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Battling insects to protect troops:
As part of ongoing studies to protect U.S. troops from disease-causing insects, USDA scientists are studying toxic sugar-based baits to lure and kill mosquitoes, and are evaluating insecticides and designing innovative technology to fight biting insects and arthropods. (11/13) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121113.htm

Turning grass into fire logs:
Artificial logs that create a cheerful and welcoming blaze in your fireplace can be made from a perhaps surprising source: grass clippings. USDA scientists have shown that lawn clippings can be mixed with other natural compounds to yield ecofriendly fire logs that burn brightly and evenly. (11/15) http://www.ars.usda.gov/is/pr/2012/121115.htm
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IFAS in the News

Good morning. Here is IFAS in the News for Friday, Nov. 16.

IFAS-Related...

UF Scientists Nearing Crazy Ant Cure
http://www.wcjb.com/local-news/2012/11/uf-scientists-nearing-crazy-ant-cure

UF Researchers Offer Advice on Crazy Ants http://www.msnbc.msn.com/id/49841320/ns/local_news-orlando_fl/t/uf-researchers-offer-advice-crazy-ants/

Strategies to Control Crazy Ants Taking Shape for Researchers http://phys.org/news/2012-11-strategies-crazy-ants.html

UF Coming Up With Ways to Control Crazy Ant Populations http://miami.cbslocal.com/2012/11/15/uf-coming-up-with-ways-to-control-crazy-ant-populations/

Deadly Mushrooms Could Be Growing in Your Backyard http://www.wuft.org/news/2012/11/15/poisonous-mushrooms/

Lifetime of Work in Agriculture Recognized http://www.heraldtribune.com/article/20121115/ARTICLE/121119736/-1/news?Title=Lifetime-of-work-in-agriculture-recognized

Farm Tour Highlights Equine Industry
http://www.ocala.com/article/20121115/ARTICLES/121119809

The Garden Scribe: Select Hedges Emerge to Replace Whitefly-Infested Ficus http://www.palmbeachdailynews.com/news/news/local/the-garden-scribe-select-hedges-emerge-to-replace-/nS7gn/

Garden Q&A: Christmas Cactus Might Need Some Fertilizer or a Break From Direct Sunlight http://jacksonville.com/entertainment/home-and-garden/2012-11-15/story/garden-qa-christmas-cactus-might-need-some-fertilizer

"Little Gem" Magnolia a Mini Beauty
http://www.tallahassee.com/article/20121116/NEWS01/311160015/-Little-Gem-magnolia-mini-beauty?odyssey=nav%7Chead


Of Interest...

Gaza Cease-Fire Collapses, Egypt PM Backs Palestinians as Israel Drafts 16,000 Reservists http://worldnews.nbcnews.com/_news/2012/11/16/15210767-gaza-cease-fire-collapses-egypt-pm-backs-palestinians-as-israel-drafts-16000-reservists?lite

Caffeinated Drink Cited in Reports of 13 Deaths http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/15/business/5-hour-energy-is-cited-in-13-death-reports.html

Hostess, Maker of Twinkies and Ding Dongs, Says Closing Business
http://www.nbcnews.com/business/hostess-maker-twinkies-ding-dongs-says-closing-business-1C7112898


Tom Nordlie
IFAS News
Bldg. 116, UF main campus
tnordlie@ufl.edu
(352) 273-3567

IFAS in the news, 11/15

Good morning. Today’s IFAS news roundup:

25 years later, UF biotech center still producing genomic breakthroughs

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121114/ARTICLES/121119753/-1/news?p=1&tc=pg

Interim president named for Coppin State (CALS grad)

http://www.baltimoresun.com/news/maryland/education/bs-md-ci-interim-coppin-president-20121114,0,4735673.story

Pahokee health fair set for Saturday (Palm  Beach/EFNAP)

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/news/pahokee-health-fair-set-for-saturday/nS43X/

Southern Belles make for a winter wonderland-scape (Clay)

http://www.claytodayonline.com/ee/claytoday/en/component/fullstory/20121115_002_art_1/southern-belles-make-for-a-winter-wonderland-scape

Community Briefs (Clay – 2^nd item)

http://www.claytodayonline.com/ee/claytoday/en/component/fullstory/20121115_012_art_3/community-briefs

 

 

 

UF, local and national:

 

Search committee preps for UF presidency hopefuls

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121114/ARTICLES/121119772

 

University of Florida graduate students seek to end fees, rally outside Library West

 

http://www.wuft.org/news/2012/11/14/graduate-students-rally-outside-library-west/

 

BP near settlement with U.S. over Gulf spill

http://www.usatoday.com/story/money/business/2012/11/15/bp-near-settlement-with-us-over-gulf-spill/1706209/

Alzheimer’s Tied to Mutation Harming Immune Response

http://www.nytimes.com/2012/11/15/health/gene-mutation-that-hobbles-immune-response-is-linked-to-alzheimers.html?_r=0

Commentary: Why search for UF president matters to all of Florida

http://www.palmbeachpost.com/news/news/opinion/commentary-why-search-for-uf-president-matters-to-/nS6NH/

GIF takes Word of the Year Title for 2012

http://www.alligator.org/news/local/article_f09ab13c-2ed8-11e2-9c5f-0019bb2963f4.html

Trader Joe’s set to open on Dec. 12 (Alachua)

http://www.alligator.org/news/local/article_f9a6e5f2-2edd-11e2-9e86-0019bb2963f4.html

Yankees may bring minor league team to Ocala

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121114/ARTICLES/121119804?tc=cr

The Giving Exchange: How you can help (Alachua)

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121114/ARTICLES/121119768/1183?Title=The-Giving-Exchange-How-you-can-help

Chamber's Shop GNV campaign runs Thursday through Sunday (Alachua)

http://www.gainesville.com/article/20121114/ARTICLES/121119800/1183?Title=Chamber-s-Shop-GNV-campaign-runs-Thursday-through-Sunday

 

 

 

Whole-farm insurance webinar Nov. 29

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Understanding Whole-Farm Insurance for Specialized, Diversified, and Organic Farms November 29 webinar will discuss AGR-Lite and other options The National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT) will offer a webinar on Thursday, November 29, to explain Adjusted Gross Revenue Lite (AGR-Lite)— a unique type of federally subsided crop insurance that holds great promise to serve the needs of smaller, diverse, specialty crop, organic, and direct-market farmers.   While most insurance products are tied to a specific crop or commodity, AGR-Lite is based on whole-farm revenue and allows farmers who grow several specialty crops, high value crops (including organic), or diverse crops and livestock products, to insure their production based on the farm’s historic revenue.   The free, hour-long webinar, "Understanding Whole-Farm Insurance for Specialized, Diversified, and Organic Farms" will explain how AGR-Lite works and also will demonstrate NCAT’s new AGR-Lite Wizard assessment tool. This tool allows farmers to evaluate the usefulness of whole-farm revenue insurance for their own situation, and is available as a free download from www.agrlitewizard.com, or by calling 1-800-346-9140. Farmers who grow diverse specialty crops, organic crops, or who have mixed crop/livestock operations, are especially encouraged to attend, along with educators and other professionals who serve these growers. The webinar will feature regionally appropriate examples from the Southeast, although people from all parts of the country are welcome and will find it useful. There will be time for attendees to ask questions. The webinar presenter will be Jeff Schahczenski, an Agricultural Economist with NCAT. The webinar is funded by the USDA Risk Management Agency. The webinar will begin at 1 p.m. Eastern Daylight Time on Thursday, November 29, 2012. It is funded by the USDA Risk Management Agency. Title: Understanding Whole-Farm Insurance for Specialized, Diversified, and Organic Farms Date: November 29, 2012 Time: 1 p.m. EDT To learn more or to register, go to  https://attra.ncat.org/whole_farm                                                       The National Sustainable Agriculture Information Service - ATTRA - was developed and is managed by the National Center for Appropriate Technology (NCAT). The project is funded through a cooperative agreement with the United States Department of Agriculture's Rural Business-Cooperative Service. Visit the NCAT website for more information on our other sustainable agriculture and energy projects. © 2012 NCAT

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