The Florida phosphate operation is set to stop running in the second quarter of 2027 after Nutrien missed a third-quarter profit estimate.
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November 4, 2026
Hines Wins Florida Collegiate Discussion MeetUniversity of Florida student Braley Hines took first place at the Florida Farm Bureau Federation's state contest and advances to the national competition.
October 26, 2026
Florida Voters to Decide on Amendment 2 Property TaxThe proposed measure would exempt qualifying agricultural equipment from property taxes to help lower operational costs.
October 25, 2026
Florida Protects 5,610 Acres of Hendrie Ranch LandState officials approved a $12.9 million conservation easement on December 17, 2024, to block future development.
October 22, 2026
Atkins Challenges Simpson for Florida Agriculture CommissionerTrial attorney Joey Mendoza Atkins is challenging incumbent Wilton Simpson for the state agriculture commissioner seat.
October 13, 2026
Representative Franklin Sought Fertilizer Supply ReliefThe congressman urged federal officials to mitigate sulfur shortages threatening domestic fertilizer production and farm costs.
October 7, 2026
Florida Grapefruit Brix Levels Have RisenImproved internal quality for Florida grapefruit arrives despite a recent freeze and ongoing weather delays.
September 24, 2026
DeSantis Updated Executive Order for Pasture MealybugThe governor expanded emergency measures as an invasive pest spread across 25 Florida counties since May.
September 22, 2026
Florida Completed Rural Business Resource TourState officials concluded a year-long outreach program aimed at supporting businesses in 27 rural Florida counties.
