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There's nothing quite like the taste of a fresh Florida mango! Erickson Farm, Inc. isn't just growing incredible fruit; they're literally "spreading sunshine" by making their Florida-grown mangoes available nationwide. floridafarmfamily.com/farm/erickson-… Photo credit: James Jackman

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the preservation of 421 acres of Alachua County farmland. Holt Agricultural will stay in private hands – feeding Floridians, resisting sprawl, and protecting rural values. Read more: tinyurl.com/34yuw28c

After several years of USDA engagements with the dairy industry, changes to the Federal Milk Marketing Orders take effect over the weekend. Read more about the changes and what this means for dairy farmers below. loom.ly/dRqlbG0

As mental health month comes to a close, it’s important to remember that a healthy farm or ranch is nothing without a healthy you. Visit #FarmStateOfMind for more resources: bit.ly/3maQxdr

With the new #MAHA report out, American Farm Bureau has released a statement with concerns about the negative impacts this report will have on farmers and ranchers. AFBF President Zippy Duvall shares his thoughts here: loom.ly/Yju-K5k

North Florida Elderberry Farms is thriving, growing incredible elderberries and becoming a true gem in the local agricultural scene. Discover how they're bringing this sought-after superfood from their farm to you: floridafarmfamily.com/farm/north-flo… Photo credit: Chris Watkins

It's #NationalDairyMonth! Did you know Florida Milk dairy farmers are working 365 days a year to bring you fresh, local milk AND protect our environment? floridafarmfamily.com/food/sustainab… 📸: Florida Dairy Farmers

We’re proud to share the 2025 Statewide Report from the Mind Your Melon Farmer Wellbeing Survey—a first-of-its-kind statewide survey focused on the mental health and wellbeing of our farming and ranching communities. 📥 Read the full report here: loom.ly/5k8BXvQ

Boynton Beach farmer Jim Alderman, owner of Alderman Farms will provide testimony before the U.S. Senate Special Committee on Aging airing today at 4:15 EST. Watch Alderman’s full remarks here: loom.ly/0al2snY

Dinner party, game night, or just a Thursday? There's a cheese recipe for that! floridafarmfamily.com/food/recipes/c… 📸: Jessi Heggan, Nathan Lambrecht

South Florida farmer, Jim Alderman testified before U.S. Senate on Aging Workforce yesterday. You can watch the full hearing here: loom.ly/0al2snY And see Jim Alderman's written testimony here: loom.ly/T_m4y74 Photo credit to U.S. Senate Special Committee.

Final days to apply for the 2025 Ag Innovation Challenge! Applications are now open through Monday, June 9th! Apply here: loom.ly/iLheQbI American Farm Bureau is offering a total of $145,000 in startup funds for top entrepreneurs addressing farmer and rural challenges!

This month's Rural Recharge Podcast guest is Vice President of FFBF, Mr. Steve Johnson! Mr. Johnson is a fourth-generation farmer from Wauchula, Florida producing beef cattle, citrus and custom harvesting in Hardee and Manatee Counties. Listen here: FloridaFarmBureau.org/Podcasts

"I thought it was rather groundbreaking, and actually, I thought it was probably past time that we did something like that," said Michelle Williamson, operations manager of G&F Farms. Thank you Spectrum Bay News 9 for coverage on this important matter. Read more: loom.ly/f21cfaA

Innovation is at the heart of everything farmers and ranchers do. If you’re a food & ag innovator, apply TODAY for the #AgInnovationChallenge, in partnership with @FarmCredit. Applications now close June 15: 🚨 bit.ly/3Ye7sJ5

Registration for this year's Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference is closing soon! Don't miss out on all the breakout learning sessions, keynote speaker, farm tours, and fun! Use the link below to sign up today. Register here: loom.ly/wqJCg3U

"The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act is set to expire at the end of 2025. If it’s not renewed, farmers and ranchers will face significant tax hikes." Says Chad Smith, Associate News Service Editor, NAFB. Read the full article here: loom.ly/aR59eF8

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) is now accepting entries for Florida Future Chef 2025. Learn more >> fdacs.gov/News-Events/Pr…

U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins today announced the release of Congressionally mandated Emergency Livestock Relief Program (ELRP) payments to cover grazing losses due to eligible drought or wildfire events in 2023 and/or 2024. Read more: loom.ly/T6J0bUc

Nearly 2,600 acres of working Florida farmland in Alachua, Bradford, Clay, and Putnam counties has been preserved through FDACS’ Rural and Family Lands Protection Program with the approval of the Governor and Cabinet today. Read more: tinyurl.com/b578y6zb