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Rural Recharge Ep 38: Nathan Palardy – A Guide to Conservation Easements

In episode 38 of the Rural Recharge podcast, Florida Farm Bureau President Jeb S. Smith sits down with Dr. Nathan Palardy, a UF/IFAS assistant professor in the Food and Resource Economics department and Extension economist, to explore agricultural conservation easements in Florida. Listen to the episode to learn more about why conservation easements matter, how easements work and the programs available to help farmers and ranchers…

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National Mental Health Awareness Week

Mental health challenges affect people of all ages and backgrounds, in rural and urban communities alike. However, there is no shortage of people who care and are ready to help. From financial stress and natural disasters to long, isolating hours and uncertainty about the future, the pressures of…

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Prepare for the 2026 Hurricane Season

Florida residents should prepare for a below-normal 2026 Atlantic hurricane season, according to the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) National Weather Service. [caption id="attachment_27270" align="alignleft" width="300"] Cone Graphic image courtesy of the National Hurricane Center[/caption] In addition to a below-normal hurricane season,…

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Rural Recharge Podcast

A monthly podcast hosted by Florida Farm Bureau Federation President Jeb S. Smith. Featuring authentic conversations with Florida farmers and ranchers. Listen on your favorite podcast platform.

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Florida Farm & Family Magazine

Florida Farm & Family is a quarterly magazine for Florida Farm Bureau members featuring stories on farm families, local travel, recipes, gardening tips and much more.

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Connect to agriculture through the lens of Florida farm families. Learn where your food comes from and meet our state's farmers and ranchers.

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For interview requests, background information or additional media inquiries, please contact Public Relations Director Rachael Smith 352.374.1521, [email protected] or Communications Coordinator Shelby Martin 352.384.2655, [email protected].