Timber has long reigned as one of Florida's top agricultural commodities. Nearly half of the state is coated in forestland and about two-thirds of that is privately owned and managed. Learn more about Florida's Timber industry >> digital.floridatrend.com/publication/?i…

Ag Commissioner Wilton Simpson has announced the opening of the application window for $25 million in Florida Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services' Agricultural Regional projects to protect Florida's water resources. Application now open. Learn more >> tampafp.com/florida-launch…

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson and the Florida Forest Service have announced the application window is open for the 2025 Southern Pine Beetle Assistance and Prevention Program. Learn more >> fdacs.gov/News-Events/Pr…

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced the permanent preservation of The Kip Whaley Ranch, an approximately 2,292-acre cattle and timber operation in Madison County, through the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. Learn more >> flvoicenews.com/florida-saves-…

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced today the permanent preservation of D & D Ranch in Lake County through the FDACS Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. Learn more >> fdacs.gov/News-Events/Pr…

The Florida Farm Bureau Federation has named the top three finalists for the 2026 Florida Farmer of the Year Award to be honored October 29 at the Federation's State Annual meeting in Daytona Beach. Learn more >> centralfloridaagnews.com/2026-farmer-of…

Senator Nick DiCeglie and Representative J.J. Grow were named the 2025 Legislators of the Year by the Florida Farm Bureau. This award is given to Florida lawmakers for their support of agriculture and rural Florida. Learn more >> morningagclips.com/florida-farm-b…

Larry Ford of Ford Farms has grown peanuts for more than 50 years. Peanut farming is a powerhouse in Jackson County, shaping its history and economy for more than eight decades. Read more >> wjhg.com/2025/10/21/jac…

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson today announced the 2026 Florida Farm Bill, SB 290, a proposal to protect freedom, family and farmers. Learn more >> fdacs.gov/News-Events/Pr…

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Wilton Simpson says the new 2026 Farm Bill defends the people who feed the state. Danny Alvarez Sr. and Keith Truenow are sponsors of wide-ranging legislative proposal for protecting “freedom, family, and Florida’s farmers." flvoicenews.com/florida-farm-b…

Our 2026 Florida Farm Bill will protect freedom, families and farmers. We’re doubling down on accountability, opportunity and safety!

Florida’s farming future in the Everglades Agricultural Area is bright. EAA farmers have long been leaders in environmental stewardship. Read more >> palmbeachpost.com/story/opinion/…

Meet Ivan Howard: one of the 2026 Rural and Family Lands Protection Program applicants.   He and his family have been raising commercial cattle in Hendry County, Florida for 20+ years and wish to continue to expand their operation through the program and preserve it from nearby

Today, we broke ground on a new Ag Inspection Station in Jackson County HWY 231 that will serve as a critical checkpoint for protecting Florida agriculture, our economy, and our citizens. Our Ag Law Enforcement is strategically positioned at 23 — soon to be 24 — ag inspection

🚨 BREAKING – BIG NEWS FOR FLORIDA AGRICULTURE!   The incredibly successful Rural and Family Lands Protection Program opens its 2026 application cycle on DECEMBER 15.   If you know a Florida farmer who would like to participate, they must apply.   Learn more:

Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson is inviting Florida families to enjoy a Fresh From Florida Thanksgiving this year, celebrating locally grown ingredients and supporting our state’s farmers. 🦃🍊 Read more: tinyurl.com/5xrxz6xy

Meet Carol Hawkins, one of the 2026 Rural and Family Lands Protection Program applicants.   Hawkins Ranch, a cow/calf operation in Sarasota County, is the last remaining ranch bordering Mayakka River State Park, acting as the last buffer against development for the state park.

#DidYouKnow? Florida Dept. of Agriculture & Consumer Services has a mapping tool for Floridians to find Christmas tree farms where they can cut down their own. The holiday season is here and everyone can enjoy a Florida-grown Christmas tree. Learn more >> bit.ly/4pH4IBX

The #2026FloridaFarmBill (SB 290) cleared the Senate Agriculture Committee today ahead of the 2026 Legislative Session. Thank you, Commissioner Wilton Simpson, Chairman Keith Truenow and Committee members for supporting and defending Florida's farmers, ranchers and growers.

Good to be in Eviston this week with the Florida Cattlemen to see first hand the good work being done with Farmers Feeding Florida, proving every single day that when agriculture steps up, families don’t go hungry. This is real food, real impact, and real families served. We’re