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Polk’s AGRICULTURE MagazinePolk’s AGRICULTURE Magazine®

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PublisherKaren Berry

Editor-In-ChiefAl Berry

Senior Managing Editor and Writer

Sarah Holt

Editor Patsy Berry

Offi ce ManagerBob Hughens

SalesTina Richmond

Christa PattersonAshley Swafford

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Art DirectorLourdes M. Sáenz

DesignerJuan Carlos Alvarez

Staff WritersAl Berry

Carol WeathersbeeSandy Kastor

James FrankowiakKayla Lewis

Nick ChapmanTracy Cox

Rhonda WalkerAnita Whitaker

Contributing WritersWoody Gore

Dave GallowaySean Green

PhotographyKaren Berry

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From the EditorVOL. 4 • ISSUE 7

MARCH

9 Farm Bureau President’s Letter

12Fishing Hot Spots

14Equine Vaccination

16CREC Highlight

Dinne Bright

19Recipes

21Danielle WingateGrand Ch. Steer

36Business Up Front

Mine & Mill Supply Co.

40Rocking Chair Chatter

46State Fair Results

52Florida Parsley

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The LORD make his face shine upon you and be gracious to you.Numbers 6:25

Hello spring! I am so glad you are here. I know the cold weather has been a topic of conversation for months now, but I think it is worth mentioning again, as hopefully it is behind us. Here’s hoping we don’t see another winter like this one in the near future.

With spring comes new growth, a new beginning. It is a perfect time to get outdoors and check out all that Florida has to offer. While you are out and about be sure to stop by your local fruit stand to stock up on all the fresh fruit and vegetables Florida has to offer.

Our values are instilled in us early in life from a variety of places. It is up to us, as adults, to abide by these values. Unfortunately, in this day and age, values are radically different then in bygone years. The people you could do business with by a handshake are not as numerous as they once were. Are you living true to your values? Are you happy with your life? Can you look in the mirror and say to yourself, I am proud of who I am? I think most people involved in agriculture can answer a resounding yes to these questions. It makes me feel blessed to be involved in such an industry.

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Thank you to our advertisers! You allow us to continue to cover what is growing and we appreciate each and every one of you.

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His start in agriculture and showmanship wasn’t by accident. It was deliberate and well thought out on his part. He made the decision to become involved one day when all of the students who were participating in the youth fair were gone. He, along with the rest of the students who were not participating, sat in class with a substitute. The then seventh grader wanted to know what they were doing – what was going on – he didn’t want to be left out.

Since that day, Jayson Keen has been participating in youth fair hog showmanship and, this year, he and his hog, Smokey, won Grand Champion.

“I have always been interested in showing but this year my dad said I could get a hog,” said the Bartow Middle School eighth grader.

Eager to learn, Keen started working with Rick Sowell. Sowell showed him the proper way to feed and exercise the hog.

“I’ve learned everything from him about taking care of my hog,” Keen said. Keen said that he believes the secret to doing well while showing is ensuring the animal

is in the best spot to be judged. “The hog can’t be too far away or too close to the judge,” Keen said. “The judge has got

to be able to see everything on the hog.”Although this was only Keen’s second showing, he said he wasn’t nervous during the

judging at the Youth Fair.“I just kept thinking about my hog and making sure I kept him the right distance from

the judge,” he said.And, like Keen said, he must have shown him “real good” because the 275 pound solid

white hog won the competition. “This kid has really paid his dues,” said Michele Parmer, Keen’s agriculture instructor at

Bartow Middle School. “He really didn’t get involved until this year.”She said that it is rare that a student do so well their fi rst year of owning, raising and

showing a hog.“Once he sets his mind to do something, he gives it 110 percent,” Parmer said. Keen is also a part of the parliamentary procedures and forestry team. Recently, the

parliamentary team placed fi rst at sub district and district. In June, they will compete at the state level.

Keen said that part of the reason he likes to show animals is because he likes being outdoors.

“I’m country. I like being outside,” Keen said. He has plans for the future and being able to make a living in other ways besides sitting

behind a desk. His goal is to become a Florida Fish and Game Offi cer. Some of the things he learns during these years in agriculture will most likely benefi t him then. However, how to raise a hog probably won’t be one of them.

“It is really important to give them a lot of exercise to build a good balance of muscle and fat,” he explained.

He said that he plans to exercise his next hog even more than Smokey.In addition to feeding and exercising the winning porker, there was one more detail that

Keen said he had to take care of – brushing him.“I had to brush him every day … ,” Keen said. “… because he had really spiky hair.” Bad

hair day are not an option for Smokey!

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This spring, legislators from across Florida will convene in Tallahassee for the 2010 legislative session. Our decision makers will have tough decisions to make in this challenging economic climate. I am looking forward to Farm Bureau days in mid-March, when Farm Bureau members will travel to Tallahassee during the session to meet with our local elected offi cials. We have a great story to tell, as our industry continues as a powerful economic engine for the state. We can thank our leaders for recently reversing automatic triggers that substantially raised unemployment tax rates. This is key for all employers in Florida, but especially agriculture, with our large seasonal workforce.

Some of the legislative priorities set by Florida Farm Bureau this year include local business tax exemptions for agriculture and exemptions for non-residential farm building and fence permits. Our state organization continues to look for innovative avenues to help our businesses compete in our global markets by eliminating unnecessary and duplicate permits, fees, and taxes.

At the county level, your Farm Bureau is active with private property rights issues. Polk County is adopting the Evaluation and Appraisal Report for the Comprehensive Plan. We are also monitoring the Gateway, Bone Valley, and Southeast Select Area Studies and Plans. These studies and adopted plans will shape growth for areas of Bartow, West Lake Wales and the Southeastern area of the county. As the county develops, we want to ensure policies are friendly to agriculture and our private property rights. We want to keep agriculture strong, and help shape Polk County’s future.

Industry members, 4-Hers and FFA members will go into classrooms around the state on March 23rd to celebrate Ag Literacy Day. Ag Literacy Day is organized by Florida Ag in the Classroom to make students aware of our diverse agriculture industry. Purchases of the Florida Agriculture license plate fund this great program.

Industry members and volunteers are preparing for the 22nd annual Polk County Agri-fest. This event is scheduled for April 5-9 and 19-23 in Bartow at the Polk County Extension Offi ce. More than 6,100 4th graders are registered to attend this year’s event. Students and their teachers will explore interactive exhibits and attend hands-on workshops on citrus, beef cattle, beekeeping, horticulture, blueberries, forestry, phosphate and soil and water conservation. Volunteers are needed daily, contact the PCFB Offi ce in Bartow if you are interested in helping out—863-533-0561.

Polk County Farm Bureau is strong because of our members. Thank you for supporting Farm Bureau with your membership.

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Copper thefts, cut fences, stolen equipment, motors and fuel… these are just a handful of theft examples happening to agricultural land owners in Polk County. Mark your calendar to attend the annual luncheon with the Polk County Sheriff’s offi ce to get tips on protecting you and your business. Agriculture Industry members are invited to attend a luncheon with the Polk County Sheriff’s Offi ce on Thursday, April 29 from 11:30 am-1:00 pm at the Polk County Farm Bureau offi ce, 1715 Hwy 17 South in Bartow.

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TAMPA BAY’S FISHING REPORT

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Everything eats shrimp even… anglers.Most saltwater shrimp breed and

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Pressure of work got you stressed and you need to relax, just go fi shing. If you’re looking to forget the world’s problems or feel like taking the kids out for some afternoon rod and reel fun, shrimp would be a great way to do it.

Free-lined on a hook, under a popping cork or one of my favorites, a jig tipped with the body section of a fresh shrimp.

Regardless of the species you’re trying to catch you won’t go wrong by having a few dozen shrimp along. Every angler has their own preference. However, they all unanimously agree that nothing rates higher for catching fi sh than a shrimp.

Simply put, everything in Florida waters eats shrimp. Therefore, if you’re searching for something that catches fi sh all year, this highly adaptable bait catches everything from pinfi sh to tarpon. On days when artifi cial’s fail and cut bait seems futile, shrimp will catch fi sh.

Using shrimp practically guarantees fi sh. However, even though shrimp are prime natural baits, proper presentation is the key to fi shing success. Whether fi shing from a boat or shore bound you quickly realize that shrimp is usually the bait of choice. An abundant creature, they’re available at most local bait and tackle shops.

Hook em’ right: Because presentation is the key, it’s important to hook them properly. If head hooking, avoid the black spot located just under the horn. Piercing this

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HEAD HOOKING: If you’re casting into sandy potholes or around

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BODY HOOKING: When you’re trying to catch those bait stealing

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If you’re like me and extremely fond of these tasty little rascals, what I don’t use I take home and enjoy a little shrimp cocktail before supper. Just pop the heads off, bring a couple of cups of water to a boil, add two tablespoons of seafood boil, add one tablespoon of sugar and boil until pink. Drain, cool, peel and eat.

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Vaccinations are an important part of proper equine health care. When thinking of a vaccination program for horses, there is not a “standard” protocol that applies to all horses. Instead, the owner and veterinarian must consider several factors when deciding the best vaccination protocol for an individual horse. The fi rst consideration is the risk of the horse developing a given disease. This includes the an-ticipated exposure, environmental factors, geographic factors, age, breed, use, and gender of the horse. Second, one must consider the consequence of the disease (meaning the sever-ity of illness or chance of death and potential for spread to humans). The third consideration is the anticipated effective-ness of the selected vaccine (which in most cases, vaccines are very effective). Fourth, one must consider the potential ad-verse reactions to the vaccine (which are generally mild, such as swelling and sensitivity at the injection site). Severe, life-threatening reactions may occur, but are uncommon. Because of the possibility of a severe reaction, vaccines should always be administered by a veterinarian. The fi nal consideration for a vaccine protocol is the cost of the immunization compared to the potential treatment cost of the disease, which typically favors the immunization because the cost of a vaccine is nomi-nal compared to treatment of many of these diseases.

As mentioned, a good vaccination program is essential as part of being a responsible horse owner. Owners must un-derstand, however, that good managerial practices directed toward maximizing the health, productivity, and performance of the horse is important along with a good vaccination pro-tocol. Occurrence of infectious disease in populations of horses tends to increase with (1) increased population den-sity of susceptible horses at a facility, such as breeding farms, sales grounds, and boarding facilities, (2) movement of horses on and off the facility property, and (3) environmental and managerial infl uences such as stress, over-crowding, parasit-ism, poor nutrition, inadequate sanitation, contaminated wa-ter source/supply, concurrent disease, and inadequate rodent, bird, and insect control. Furthermore, owners must under-stand that vaccination minimizes the risk of infection but does not prevent disease in all circumstances, and each horse in a population is not protected to an equal degree or for an equal duration following vaccination. The fi nal important concept that must be understood is that the primary series of vaccines and boosters must be administered prior to the disease expo-sure in order to be effective against that disease.

Vaccinations can be categorized into “core” vaccines and “risk-based” vaccines. Core vaccinations are those that pro-tect from diseases that are endemic to a region, those with potential public health signifi cance, required by law, virulent/ highly infectious, and/ or those posing a risk of severe disease. Core vaccines have clearly demonstrated effi cacy and safety, and thus exhibit a high enough level of patient benefi t and low enough level of risk to justify their use in the majority of patients. These vaccines include Tetanus, Eastern/Western Equine Encephalomyelitis, West Nile Virus Encephalomyeli-tis, and Rabies. Risk-based vaccines, on the other hand, vary based on the region, the population within an area, and be-tween individual horses within a given population. Examples of these vaccines include Botulism, Herpesvirus (Rhinopneu-monitis), Infl uenza, and Strangles.

EQUINE VACCINATIONEQUINE VACCINATIONBy Christina Ellis, DVM, MS


EQUINE VACCINATIONA brief review of the diseases follows:

TETANUS Also called “lockjaw.” It is caused by a toxin-producing bacteria found in the intestinal tract and soil. It can enter the body through

wounds, lacerations, or the umbilicus of newborn foals. Clinical signs include muscle stiffness and rigidity, which leads to inability to eat or drink. More than 80 percent of affected horses die. This disease is not contagious.

EASTERN/WESTERN EQUINE ENCEPHALOMYELITISWEE has been found throughout North America, while EEE appears in the east and southeast. Transmission is by mosquitoes. Clinical

signs begin with fever, depression, and appetite loss. Later, the horse might stagger when it walks and can progress to paralysis. About 50 percent of WEE-affected horses die, while approximately 90 percent of EEE-affected horses die. This disease is not contagious.

WEST NILE VIRUS ENCEPHALOMYELITIS WNV has been found throughout the United States and affects both horses and humans (although it is not contagious from horse to horse

or horse to human). It is transmitted by mosquitoes. Clinical signs are similar to WEE and EEE, with approximately 33 percent mortality rate of affected horses.

RABIESWhile this is an infrequently encountered neurologic disease, it causes death and can be transmitted from horse to human.

BOTULISMAlso called “forage poisoning” in adult horses and “shaker foal syndrome” in young horses. The toxin-producing bacteria can enter the

body through wounds or by ingestion. It causes weakness, which can lead to paralysis, inability to swallow, and death. This disease is not contagious.

HERPESVIRUS (RHINOPNEUMONITIS)Two strains of virus (EHV1 and EHV4) cause respiratory tract disease. EHV1 also causes abortion, foal death, and paralysis. Infected

horses may have fever, lethargy, loss of appetite, nasal discharge and a cough. Rhinopneumonitis is contagious and spreads by aerosol and direct contact with secretions, buckets, or drinking water.

INFLUENZAThis is a common respiratory disease. Clinical signs include cough, nasal discharge, fever, depression, and loss of appetite. It is highly

contagious and transmitted by aerosol or direct contact.

STRANGLESA bacterial disease caused by Streptococcus equi. Clinical signs include fever, nasal discharge, dysphagia, anorexia, and enlarged lymph

nodes (+ abscessation). This disease is contagious.

It is best to discuss your horse’s particular situation with your veterinarian to determine the appropriate vaccination protocol for your horse. If you have any questions or would like to schedule an appointment, please contact me at 813-643-7177 or [email protected].

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In the war against citrus diseases, Diane Bright found her calling in the fi elds of biology and plant pathology. A graduate of the University of North Carolina at Asheville with her B.A. in biology and her M.S. in plant pathology from the University of Georgia, Bright came to the University of Florida/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) in Lake Alfred in 1998.

Bright saw a job posting from the American Phytopathological Society that had been placed by Dr. James H. Graham, Professor of Soil Microbiology at UF/IFAS/CREC. The research for Bright’s Masters degree was on root-infecting fungi in pines and she wanted to continue to work with tree diseases. Her major professor, familiar with Dr. Graham’s research on mycorrhizal fungi, root pathogens and citrus, encouraged her to apply for the position. Now 12 years later, she is an integral part of Dr. Graham’s research program.

In natural soil situations, plants enjoy mutually-benefi cial relationships with many other organisms, many of them microscopic, and all these biological elements - plant roots, fungi, bacteria, earthworms, and other life forms - play some role in the lives of the others. Research has shown that over millions of years, mycorrhizal fungi and plants have formed a mutual dependence. The fungi are nourished by root exudates, and in return, supply soil nutrients to their host plants. A mycorrhizal plant can uptake 100 times or more nutrients than one without the benefi cial fungi.

“My main areas of work are with Phytophthora disease (i.e., root rot, brown rot of fruit) and other fungi. I process samples for diagnostic analysis and maintain the lab’s fungal culture collection.” Bright is also involved in running trials to determine the effectiveness of chemical fungicides against citrus brown and root rot and collaborates with other groups in screening new citrus rootstock varieties for tolerance to Phytophthora. Cooperative research between labs is often key at CREC, as Bright also works closely with Dr. Larry Duncan, Professor of Nematology, and his lab, assisting with the isolation and identifi cation of fungi attacking microscopic worms called nematodes.

Although Phytophthora research is still a very important issue, Bright has seen a shift in research to the new bacterial disease epidemics, citrus canker and citrus greening. As a result, Bright is learning new techniques and even more about bacterial pathogens. “When needed, I assist our post-docs with canker screening in the greenhouse, DNA and RNA extractions, cloning reactions, and running PCR and GELS,” explains Bright.

Dr. Graham does not currently have students working in the lab at CREC, but in the past Bright has assisted in training graduate students to culture and inoculate with Phytophthora and how to differentiate between different species of Phytophthora attacking citrus. However, in the near future, Bright will be assisting a new stu-dent with her Master’s degree in mycorrhizal research. “I’m looking forward to working with her in the project,” states Bright.

Away from work and research, Bright lives with her family in Lakeland. “I’ve been married to Dave, a general crimes detective, for 9 years. We have two boys, Rob-bie, 5 years, and Colin, 19 months,” said Bright. When asked if her boys show any interest in science, although they are quite young, Bright replied, “Robbie is interested in science and is fascinated by germs and white blood cells. Colin may have a future in demolitions or as a wrestler.” In addition to spending time with her family, Bright enjoys reading, gardening, and playing the Wii. “When I can fi nd the time,” she states, “I’m also trying to teach myself to crochet.”

CREC HighlightCREC Highlight By Kathy Snyder UF/IFAS Citrus Research and Education Center

DIANE BRIGHT, SENIOR BIOLOGICAL SCIENTIST


On March 23 hundreds of farmers, ranchers, and other ag-ricultural industry volunteers, including several from Florida Cit-rus Mutual, will descend on classrooms across the state to teach thousands of students how Florida farmers implement “green” environmental practices to help conserve the state’s natural re-sources.

Taking part in Florida Ag in the Classroom’s seventh annual Florida Agriculture Literacy Day, volunteers will read “Green Florida Farms” – a rhyming book developed by the Florida De-partment of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Division of Marketing. “Green Florida Farms” follows a group of students as they travel through Florida’s agricultural industry learning about the many practices that farmers use to protect, conserve and manage the land that provides food, fi ber and foliage for their everyday lives.

Florida Agriculture in the Classroom, Inc. (FAITC) is a non-profi t organization that develops and trains teachers and agricul-ture industry volunteers in its agricultural curricula and materials, which they in turn use to educate students about the importance of agriculture.

It also provides grant money to teachers and volunteers for

projects that teach students where their food comes from, and the important contributions Florida Farmers make to their communi-ties and their state.

It is important that members of our industry support ven-tures like Ag Literacy Day, especially in a time when agriculture is facing so many challenges and misconceptions related to envi-ronmental practices. But you don’t have to volunteer just on Ag Literacy Day.

All year long there are many teachers and organizations looking for someone to come in and teach their classes about the many and varied aspects of what we are each blessed to do for a living. And it’s our responsibility as the growers and stewards of our land to help educate these children. After all, they are our future – our future farmers, our future consumers and our future leaders.

I encourage each of you, if you don’t participate this year, to go to Ag in the Classroom’s website – www.faitc.org - and learn more about Ag Literacy Day and what you can do to support the cause. And then when the time rolls around next year, sign up to read to your child, grandchild or neighborhood class.

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Preparation Remove outer leaves from cabbage and cut about 1-inch off the bottom (stem end) of the head. Steam cabbage stem side down until leaves can be removed easily. Set aside. Cook chicken and onions in a large skillet until chicken is done and onions are browning. Remove chicken and onions from skillet. Set aside. Cook mushrooms and bell pepper in skillet until they begin to brown. Add water chestnuts, parsley and cooked chicken and onions to the skillet; heat thoroughly. Remove skillet from heat and let mixture cool.Prepare cabbage by removing the thick stem in the center of each piece. Roll one tablespoon of chicken mixture in each of the cabbage leaves. Serve warm or at room temperature.

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Red Bean SaladIngredients

1 15 ounce can kidney beans• 1 cup chopped Florida celery• 1 small Florida zucchini, chopped• 1 small Florida cucumber, chopped• 2 green onions, chopped• 1 cup low-fat mozzarella cheese, cubed• 1/2 cup grated Florida carrots• 1/3 cup chopped fresh parsley• 2 tablespoons lemon juice• 2 tablespoon olive oil• Salt to taste•

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By Anita Whitaker

At fi rst, the backwards r didn’t have any signifi cance. Itwas just something Danielle Wingate included in her fi rst steer’s name - Sirus. But, now, it is a tradition that has continued throughout high school and helped to name several steers along the way.

“The backwards r just kind of stuck,” said the Lake Wales High School senior. “Now, we even have it on my cow trailer.”

Wingate recently won Grand Champion Steer at the Polk County Youth Fair with Roscoe – yes, with a backwards r. But, don’t think that she’s new at this or it is her fi rst win – it’s just one of many in her agri-culture career.

She started out showing hogs. Back then, she was a seventh grader at McLaughlin Middle School who took agriculture because she saw it as interesting and fun.

“I just loved it from the beginning,” she said. “I love animals.”As a high school freshman, she began to show steers at the sugges-

tion of her teacher, Brandi Padgett. She said before Padgett mentioned it to her, she didn’t even know that a halter could be put on a steer. Al-though she wasn’t very successful with Sirus, she said she learned a lot along the way.

“I took him to several prospect shows, but he never placed or won anything. He placed second in his class at the Polk County Youth Fair,” Wingate said. “I was so excited he fi nally did good. After the sale, I cried for a long time. He was my best friend. He sold for $1.50 a pound.”

She didn’t even break even.Once Wingate was feeling better, her mother, Debbie Rheiner, had a

talk with her concerning agriculture. Rheiner told her daughter that she needed to make up her mind - she either had to be in or out.

So, she and her mother came up with a strategy. They asked Brad Babicz, a friend, to fi nd the best calf possible. They also agreed to work hard every day and to remember their new slogan - “We are in it to win it!”

So, Babicz set about fulfi lling his end of the deal by fi nding the best Continued on page 22

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calf in this neck of the woods. Enter Borus, with a backwards r.

“He did a lot better. I worked hard every day with him - washing, brushing, walking, and tying him up for hours everyday,” she said. “He did well at all the prospect shows. He won Reserve Steer at the Kissim-mee Prospect Show and went on to win Reserve Champion Steer 2009 at the Polk County Youth Fair.”

Her mother and Babicz wanted Wingate to have the best steer and year possible as a senior. So, they came through with Roscoe - of course, with a backwards r.

“He was so mean when he fi rst came home, you could hardly go near the pen. Needless to say, he needed a lot of work,” Wingate said. “After weeks of working with Roscoe, he settled down and became very nice. In the end, he was awesome.”

So awesome, that he was named 2010 Grand Champion Steer at the Polk County Youth Fair.

“With a lot of favor and luck, I won,” she said.Favor, luck and hard work.Wingate said the steers are fed twice at the same time every

day. They are also worked, walked, washed and tied up. Even though it is considered work by most, Danielle said she loves it and particularly likes one aspect of taking care of the steers.

“I love the hair. It requires a lot of work, but the calf looks really good when clipped and groomed,” Wingate said.

“The shows are won at home, not at the show,” Rheiner said.

Add tenacity to the list of what it takes to be successful and the picture of how much time and effort Wingate has put into this becomes clear.

Her brother, Chris, begins agriculture classes.“It takes a lot of hard work and dedication,” she said. “You

have to stick to it and be determined no matter what.”Wingate has had to use that tenacity quite a bit over the

years. She has been kicked in the face right, drug through the dirt and burned by ropes.

But, it has paid off.“Danielle was told that she was the fi rst person to win

Grand Champion Steer from Lake Wales in more than 20 years,” Rheiner said. “She has put her high school FFA ag department in the spotlight two years in a row.”

In addition to her mother, Padgett and Babicz, Kalynn Brewer has been instrumental in Wingate’s success.

“Kalynn has taught me showmanship skills that I would have never have learned without her,” Wingate said. “Without the help of those four people I would have never have made it to the top.”

Wingate said that although they work hard, “We also have a lot of fun.”

Danielle is a Senior Chapter Offi cer and has competed Ag Issues, Ag Communications,

OH Demo, Opening and Closing Ceremonies, Vet Assist-

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vious to some.“Steers – that’s my hobby,” she said.

Continued from page 21

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Polk County Farm Bureau members attended the recent EPA public hearings to testify against the pro-posed numeric nutrient criteria for fl owing waters in the State of Florida.

It is imperative that the voice of agriculture is heard and that EPA understands the negative impacts the pro-posed water quality standards could have on many indus-tries including agriculture. Florida agriculture, municipal wastewater treatment utilities, stormwater utilities, and a range of commerce and industry will bear the substantial costs of complying with this unsound regulatory policy. The costs will be passed down to Floridians in their utility bills and will put Florida agriculture, commerce and industry, at a competitive disadvantage with the rest of the country, where such non-science based federal standards do not exist

Florida’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) estimates the proposed rules would declare 80 percent of Flor-ida’s most pristine rivers and streams “impaired”. The EPA announced they will extend the public comment period for the proposed rules by 30 days, adding three more public hearings. Industry members are encouraged to submit written comments to EPA as well. For more information and guidelines on sub-

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Top: Polk County Farm Bureau past-president Vic Story spoke to the local news media about the affects of the proposed water nutrient criteria on the agriculture industry. Story also testifi ed at the public hearing.

Above: Citizens pack the ballroom at the Crown Plaza in Orlando at the February 17th EPA public hearing.

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Springtime is here. It is a time of renewal and rebirth. Eggs of all sorts will color the season with new life and abundance. Coloring eggs for festive celebrations predates modern chemistry but the science and methods involved are relatively unchanged. The symbolic sig-nifi cance of the egg and its nearly universal cultural tradition make it a common element in human history, often involving the coloration of the egg similar to contemporary tradition. In nearly every culture, the egg is symbolic of life. This month’s activity is a celebration of spring and natures renewal. In January, we featured a natural dye for clothing. This month, let’s honor the springtime by coloring our eggs with colors from nature. Our modern agriculture community provides all of us with the same resources that were available to our ancestors in the earliest days of crop cultivation and the establishment of incorporating colored products into civilization.

Boil eggs in water with 2 teaspoons of white vinegar. (except • when using Onion Skin)Add the natural dye material to the water. *• Some dye ingredients must be boiled to bring the color out, if • you are boiling a dye material, boil in small amounts and add the entire solution to the water the eggs are in. Bring the water to a boil• Reduce Heat, simmer 20 minutes (or until desired color is • achieved)Remove the eggs and let them air dry.•

POSSIBLE INGREDIENTS: LAVENDER - Violet Blossoms + 2 tsp lemon juice BLUE-VIOLET - Red Onion Skins, 2 cups for strong color. (Boiled, NO VINEGAR) BLUE - Blueberries, Grapes, Red Cabbage, Cherry Roots, (Boiled) GREEN - Artichoke, Spinach Leaves, Grass, Peach Leaves, 2 cups for strong color YELLOW-GREEN - Yellow Delicious Apple Peels, Chamomile, (Boiled) YELLOW-ORANGE - Lemmon Peel, Orange Peel, Carrot Tops, (1-2 cups), Ground Cumin or Turmeric (4 tblsp) YELLOW-BROWN - Fennel, Marigold Blossoms, Celery Leaves, Dandelion BROWN - Oak Bark, Walnut Shells, Dandelion Roots, Coffee (use judgment) ORANGE - Yellow Onion Skins, 2 cups for strong color. (Boiled, NO VINEGAR) PINK - Cranberries, Red Raspberries, Cherries, Strawberries, or Beets 2 cups for strong color MAGENTA - Camellia + 2 tsp lemon juice and salt PURPLE - Hibiscus Flowers (Dark Red or Purple)

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A Closer Look- FL Blue Centipede (Hemiscolopendra marginata)

By Sean Green PHOTO CREDIT - BILL FRANK

Florida Blue CentipedeNow that spring is here again we can look forward to fi nding some

pretty fascinating benefi cial insects in our gardens and crops. One of the coolest is in fact believed to be one of the earliest species of terrestrial predators in the animal kingdom. Myriapoda is the name given to insects that have a “myriad” of legs. The term Myriapoda stems from the Middle French word “myriade,” meaning “ten thousand.” Although the name is suggestive of a larger number of legs, all known myriapods have no more than 750 legs. Myriapoda are a “subphylum” of Arthropods and are further defi ned by fi ve “classes” of insects. Two of the fi ve classes are Centipedes (Chilopoda) and Millipedes (Diplopoda). Both classes of insects are valuable agents in our ecosystem. This month we will focus on the Centipede (Chilopoda), one of earth’s fi rst terrestrial predators.

Centipedes (Chilopoda) are a class of insects that are composed of fi ve orders that describe the variety of centipede families. In Florida, we have established populations in all fi ve orders of centipede (Chilopoda). According to evolutionary theory, centipedes are distant relatives of lobsters, crayfi sh, and shrimp and have an ancestry dating back 420 million years. Centipedes derive their name from the Latin prefi x “centi” meaning “hundred” and “pedis” meaning “foot.” Centipedes are often confused with Millipedes because both share the physical characteristic of having from 10 to more than 100 legs depending on the species. Beyond the crude resemblance, centipedes have very little in common with millipedes. In general, Centipedes are predators and hunt their food. Millipedes are detrivores, and consume decomposing organic material. Neither centipedes nor millipedes are agriculture pests. In fact, they both fulfi ll complementary benefi cial niches.

Centipedes can be easily distinguished from millipedes by their fl attened, elongated bodies. Centipedes have only one pair of legs on each body section; millipedes have two pairs. Centipedes have jointed antennae and a jaw like front appendage with which they grasp and envenom their prey; actually, each leg is connected to venom glands making them formidable predators. This feature makes the centipede an exclusively predatory group, an uncommon trait in most animals. Its popularity as an exotic pet is understandable considering its fascinating characteristics. Centipedes range in size from a few millimeters in the smaller Lithobiomorphs and Geophilomorphs to nearly 30 centimeters in the largest Scolopendromorphs.

One large species, The Haiti Giant Centipede Scolopendra alternans, averages between twenty and twenty-three centimeters and is native to Southern Florida in Monroe, Dade, and Collier Counties. Many popular pet store exotics can be found right in our backyards. The Florida Blue Centipede (Hemiscolopendra marginata) is a moderately sized native averaging between fi ve and ten centimeters. Its range includes all but the

hardwood terrestrial regions in Florida. Scolopendra virid is an entirely separate species and genus that lacks an established common name and is often misidentifi ed as H. marginata. Nearly identical in appearance, S. viridis populates central Florida and has confi rmed populations in Pinellas, Pasco, Polk and Manatee Counties. S.viridis and H.marginata can be distinguished by their habits. Both are found primarily under the bark of decaying pine logs and stumps. S.viridis is extremely fast and will evacuate its habitat the moment it’s uncovered. H.marginata on the other hand is a sluggish species and will often remain stationary or retreat comparatively slower than S.viridis making it much easier to catch.

Mid to late March is a great time to look for adult centipedes. Centipedes spend winters in seclusion and mate in the summer, laying 35 eggs or more. Centipede eggs are typically joined together in clusters in the hollows of rotting logs or are rolled in soil for camoufl age. Centipede eggs are white, creamy yellow or brown in color, somewhat resembling perlite but smooth and spherical. Eggs are prone to fungus growth and will often die without grooming from the adult female to ensure they complete incubation. Most females will curl their bodies around their brood for protection and some protect the hatchlings for a short period of their lives. When the eggs hatch, the centipede larvae initially have either four or seven pairs of legs (8-14 individual legs). Additional body segments and legs continue to grow with each molt. As the larvae grow, they change coloration from light yellow to darker brown and begin to display their adult markings making them easier to identify. Adult centipedes have fl attened bodies comprised of between 15 and 177 body segments, each segment bearing one pair of legs. A centipede can live as long as six years and make fascinating pets. When kept with a sense of caution and respect we can admire its unique characteristics and hopefully, appreciate its vital role in our coexistence with the natural world. If captivity is not an option, the compost pile will be welcome.


Need CEUs? An opportunity for licensed pesticide applicators to earn CEUs will be held March 30, 2010 from 8:30 to 4:00 EST. The event will be conducted via polycom from participating UF/IFAS county extension offices and research and education centers. An applicator will be able to attend any or all of the 6 sections for pesticide licensing recertification credit. A total of 6 FDACS-approved CEUs are available for the entire day in the following categories:

Agricultural Row Crop Agricultural Tree Crop Aquatic Pest Control Demonstration & Research Forest Pest Control Natural Areas Weed Management Ornamental & Turf Private Applicator Agriculture Right-of-Way Pest Control Pest Control Operator - Lawn & Ornamental Limited Commercial Landscape Maintenance Limited Lawn & Ornamental Pest Control

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1 9:00 – 9:50 How Different Kinds of Herbicides Work Greg MacDonald 2 10:05 – 10:55 Plant Anatomy: The Route of Herbicides Into

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3 11:10 – 11:35 New Herbicide Registrations and Use Patterns

Mike Netherland

11:35 – 12:00 Managing Herbicide Applications Against Development of Resistance

Bill Haller

4 1:00 – 1:50 New Weeds to be on the Look-out for Colette Jacono 5 2:05 – 2:30 Integrating Biological Controls and Herbicides Jim Cuda

2:30 – 2:55 What is NPDES and How it May Affect Herbicide Applicators

Mark Mossler and Fred Fishel

6 3:10 – 3:35 Which Herbicide to Use Jason Ferrell 3:35 – 4:00 Minimizing Non-target Herbicide Effects Ken Langeland

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Jack Payne has been selected as the University of Florida’s next senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources, UF President Bernie Machen announced.

Payne currently serves as the vice president for extension and outreach at Iowa State University in Ames, Iowa, a post he has held since 2006. He worked in a similar position at Utah State University prior to joining ISU. He begins his new role at UF on June 1.

“Jack Payne’s wealth of experience from both in and out of land-grant institutions gives him a keen vision to guide UF to meet the 21st Century challenges facing the state’s agriculture industry and to

educate a new generation of students,” Machen said. “We look forward to his contributions as a member of the senior leadership team.”

Payne, 63, has spent much of his career helping solve agronomic problems for the benefi t of farmers and wildlife while at several large land-grant institutions and with Ducks Unlimited, the world’s largest private wetlands conservation organization.

“It is an honor to become a part of UF, one of the country’s great land-grant universities,” Payne said. “UF’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences is the heart of that land-grant ideal and it will be important to build upon its strengths and existing strong foundation and to continue to produce tangible and conspicuous benefi ts to its two most important stakeholders: our students and Florida residents.”

As senior vice president, Payne will lead IFAS, which includes the College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, the School of Natural Resources and Environment, the School of Forest Resources and Conservation, portions of the College of Veterinary Medicine, the Florida Agricultural Experiment Station, 13 research and education centers and the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, with offi ces in each of the state’s 67 counties.

Payne holds a master’s degree in aquatic ecology and a doctorate in wildlife ecology, both from Utah State University. He is a graduate of the Institute for Educational Management at Harvard University and earned his bachelor’s degree at Temple University.

He has served on the faculty of four land-grant institutions: The Pennsylvania State University, Texas A&M University, Utah State University and Iowa State University. The Pennsylvania native spent most of his career in the agriculture-rich states of Texas, California, Washington, Iowa and Utah, working to meet the needs of ranchers and farmers.

“Everything I have done in my career, I believe, has prepared me for the great challenges and wonderful opportunities that await me at the University of Florida,” Payne said.

He serves as chairman of the board on agriculture for the Association of Public and Land-grant Universities and represents the land-grant system in the annual federal appropriation process. His work with the APLU has included developing the land-grant systems’ needs for the Farm Bill legislation. He also is a key representative on policy changes with the U.S. Department of Agriculture as they apply to land-grant universities.

Payne succeeds Larry Arrington, who was appointed interim senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources last year when Jimmy Cheek left to become chancellor of the University of Tennessee in Knoxville.

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Not many things last 101 years. If a person makes it to 100 years old Willard Scott puts their face on a Smuckers jar. But Mine and Mill Industrial Supply is an exception to the rule. What began in 1909 as the Mulberry Explosives and Supply Company, today’s Mine Mill has not only outlasted people, and even some of the communities it served, but nearly every other business in Polk County.

Wayne Hart, a south Plant City native, is currently the company’s president. Hart began his career in 1980 as a commissioned sales rep and has worked his way up to his current position. Hart is proud of their longevity.

“The company has survived by adapting to the changing industry,” Hart said. “We also have survived by giving our customers the personal service and attention they deserve. Our business relationships are what have sustained us and helped us grow and what will keep us successful in the future.”

Mulberry and surrounding areas were the hub of mining activities around central Florida during the beginning of the 20th century. Alexander B. Hull Jr. was an Alabama native who followed his uncle Joseph Hull to Florida in 1901. Joseph Hull was the founder of Prairie Pebble Phosphate Company and had begun mining the area around Mulberry, which earned the name Bone Valley for its rich phosphates.

Hull Jr. worked in the phosphate industry with his uncle for a few years but was ambitious to begin a company of his own. He recognized a need to supply the mining operations with dynamite to blast the ground when digging for phosphate. So in 1909, along with friend Charles Cecil Martin, Mulberry Explosives and Supply Company was born.

The company was now a major supplier to both the phosphate mining companies and the sawmills surrounding Mulberry. In addition to explosives, the company carried small items, such as blades, belts, chains, ropes, and tools. It also carried larger items, such as boilers, engines, pumps, and machinery. It continued to expand, and in February 1915, the capital stock of the company was increased to $100,000 (1,000 shares of stock).

At the Annual Stockholders Meeting of March 14, 1916, A.B. Hull Jr. proposed that the company change its name to the “Mine and Mill Supply Company” in order to better identify the company’s business. The motion was passed unanimously, and the name was offi cially changed on March 22, 1916.

By the early 1920’s, the Mine and Mill Supply Company had increased their customers to include the citrus groves, packing houses, and canning plants.

In 1924, the Mine and Mill Supply Company moved to new facilities in Lakeland. The company purchased approximately 4.5 acres south of the Atlantic Coast Line tracks at the corner of Central Avenue and Main Street. The collapse of the land boom in Florida in the 1920’s hit the company hard. Diffi cult times continued through the late 1920’s and, with the Great Depression, into the 1930’s.

The company survived for several reasons. Management had wisely diversifi ed into the citrus industry, supplementing the business from the phosphate mining and lumber industries. The belt-tightening initiated in 1926 carried through the 1930s. Best of all, the company had good men in charge --- men like A. B. Hull Jr., George W. Mershon, and Frank H. Thompson.

By 1966, the Mine and Mill Supply Company had outgrown its facilities on Central Avenue in Lakeland. In 1967, the company moved to new, modern facilities at 2500 South Combee Road in Lakeland. The 9-acre site, with offi ces and an 84,000 square-foot warehouse, allowed for ample future expansion. The move coincided with an initiative by the company to diversify its products even further. In addition to the citrus and phosphate industries, it supplied companies involved in fabrication, utilities, light and heavy industry.

Hart credits a majority of the company’s success to the employees.

“Without the people behind the scenes a business doesn’t stay afl oat for 100 years,” Hart said. “We have been extremely fortunate to have had people like Driscoll Hanley who worked with us from 1918 until 1965. And now his son Leon is in his eighties and still a board member. I could go on and on mentioning names that have made this company survive for 101 years.”

Today the company no longer just caters to the citrus and mining industry and its showroom is open to the public. From saws, wrenches, and power tools, to janitorial supplies, Mine and Mill offers one stop shopping for thousands of products.

“You know we have always been open to the public and invite people to stop by our showroom,” Hart said. “A lot of people think we only deal with commercial industry but we welcome the general public to stop in and if they can’t we want them to go to our website (minemill.com) and see the diverse inventory we offer. If we don’t have it then we will work extra hard to fi nd it and get it in the hands of the customer.”

The tight economic times have been a bit of a hurdle for the company, but like other tough times the company is in a great position to survive and prosper.

“Tough times have been a part of our industry numerous times over the last 100 years,” Hart said. “Honest, fair, and treating our customers with the respect they deserve.”

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Last month my wife and I were driving to north Georgia to spend a few days in the mountains. After about three hours on the road it was time to make a “potty stop.” While waiting for Patsy to come out, I sat down on a bench under a tree just outside the entrance to the restrooms. There was a nice middle age gentleman waiting for his wife, too. As Patsy came out a lady passed her almost in tears. It was the wife of the man I had been talking to. “What’s wrong?” he asked her. “You won’t believe what a terrible time I have just had. You know, Fred, how bad I had to go. Well, I got inside and every cubicle was occupied. Finally, a door opened and I dashed in, and in the process I nearly knocked down the lady coming out. I quickly pushed the door shut, only to fi nd there was no latch on it. At that point I really didn’t care because I was just about ready to wet my pants.”

“Quickly I reached for the paper seat covers, but it was empty. There was no hook to hang my bag on, so I quickly draped it around my neck. No way would I put it on the fi lthy fl oor, and no way was I going to sit on that toilet seat either. So, I pulled down my panties and assumed the “female stance!” My thighs started to tremble as I reached over to the toilet paper dispenser, only to fi nd that it was empty. Boy did I have to go, and my thighs started to tremble even more. Then I remembered a tiny tissue that I wiped my nose with the other day was in

my handbag. There I was about to strangle to death with my handbag wrapped around my neck, as my thighs were about to give out. Finally I found the small tissue, and then someone pushed against the unlatched door. When they did it hit the bag around my neck knocking me backward against the tank of the toilet. I hollered ‘OCCUPIED!’ as I reached for the door and at the same time dropped the small tissue on the fl oor. I lost my footing altogether and fl opped down on top of the toilet seat. It was wet of course, so I jumped up knowing all to well that it was too late. Fred, I know my bare bottom had just made contact with every germ imaginable and on the uncovered seat. Heaven only knows what kind of disease I’m gonna get. At the same instant the automatic sensor on the back of the toilet went into action, and propelled a stream of water like a fi re hose against the inside of the toilet bowl and sprayed a fi ne mist of water that covered my rear end and then ran down my legs into these shoes. That thing fl ushed with such force I grabbed onto the empty toilet paper dispenser for fear it would drag me in, too. At that point I gave up. My thighs gave in and I was exhausted. I tried to slip out inconspicuously to the sink. I couldn’t get the sink sensors to work, so I spit in my hands and wiped them dry with a paper towel. As I walked past the line of women waiting, one of them pointed out to me a piece of toilet paper hanging out of my shoe. I have no idea where that came from. I yanked it out of my shoe, slapped it in the woman’s hand and said, ‘here, you just might need this.’”

It was all we could do not to laugh until we got back in our car. As I relived her story I now know why women go to the bathroom in pairs.Let me change the subject and close by explaining life to

you. On the fi rst day, God created the dog and said, “Sit all day by the door of your house and bark at anyone who comes in or walks by. For this, I will give you a life span of 20 years.” The dog said, ‘That’s a long time to be barking. What about 10 years and I’ll give you back the other 10?” So God agreed. On the second day, God created the monkey and said, “Entertain people, do tricks, and make them laugh. For this I will give you a 20-year life span.” The monkey said, “Monkey tricks for 20 years? That’s a really long time to perform. Let me give you 10 back like the dog did!” God agreed. On the third day, God created the cow and said, “You must go into the fi elds with the farmer all day long and work under the sun, have calves and give milk to support the farmer’s family. For this, I will give you a life of 60 years.” The cow said, “That’s a long tough job – I’ll keep 20 and give you back the other 40.” Again God agreed. On the fourth day, God created humans and said, “Eat, sleep, play, marry and enjoy your life. For this I will give you 20 years.” “Only 20 years?” the human said. “Could you, maybe give me the 20 plus the 40 the cow gave back, the 10 the monkey gave back and the 10 the dog gave back? That will be 80 years!” “I’ll do that,” God replied. “You asked for it. So for the fi rst 20 years you will eat, sleep, play and enjoy yourself. For the next 40 years you will slave in the sun to support your family. For the next 10 years you will do monkey tricks to entertain your grandchildren. And for the last 10 years you will sit on the front porch and bark at everyone.” So there my friends, you have just had life explained to you.

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Res. Grand Champion Female - Jack Burns, Alachua, Ms Orr

BlairGrand Champion Bull - Nicholas Maute, Davenport, MDR

NitroReserve Grand Champion Bull - Dusty Cook, Plant City, R&S

Old SchoolALL OTHER BREEDSGrand Champion Female - Jordan Richburg, Deltona, RSE Miss

Georgia 74Res. Grand Champion Female - Clayton Brock, Plant City,

ValentineGrand Champion Bull - Jeffrey Mitchell, Zephyrhills, Big BenReserve Grand Champion Bull - Miranda Mayo, Lithia, FSC

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YOUTH DAIRYAYRSHIREGrand Champion Female - Trent Johnson, Plant City, McKeen

Tommy Little GingerRes. Grand Champion Female - Armwood FFA (Chenoa

Meddleton), Seffner, Armwood #4BROWN SWISSGrand Champion Female - Kelley Jorgensen, Bradenton, R-Bay

Dans 448Res. Grand Champion Female - Brianna Smith, Odess, Hug-M-

All Clarena PiperGUERNSEYGrand Champion Female - Fallon Curren, Okeechobee, Walnut

Ridge Darth LisaRes. Grand Champion Female - Taylor Langford, Newberry,

Dusty Lane Buddy déjà veHOLSTEINGrand Champion Female - Shelbi McCall, Mayo, Ms Maple

Slope Cir Eyes—ETRes. Grand Champion Female - Fallon Curren, Okeechobee,

Eskdale Talent VermouthJERSEYGrand Champion Female - Brooke Freeman, Plant City, Lucy LuRes. Grand Champion Female - Mariah Shelton, Umatilla, IOF

Goldenboy Kilo So SweetMILKING SHORTHORNGrand Champion Female - William Curren, Okeechobee,

Halpin’s MaryettaRes. Grand Champion Female - Caitlyn Albers, Okeechobee,

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YOUTH DAIRY GOATALPINEGrand Champion Female - Rachel Johnson, Monticello, Sand

Dance SundownRes. Grand Champion Female - Laura Glassey, St. Augustine,

Terk’s Acres NBP SadiLAMANCHAGrand Champion Female - Kyle Weaver, Crawfordville, Twin

Cypress PL ElectraRes. Grand Champion Female - Kyle Weaver, Crawfordville, Tad

Mor DGR Rio DeneideNUBIANGrand Champion Female - Rachel Ugalde, St. Augustine, Parade

Rest JodyRes. Grand Champion Female - Rachel Ugalde, St. Augustine,

Parade Rest W Lil BrieTOGGENBURGGrand Champion Female - Mattie Martin, Dunnellon, Belle-

Fields T VictoriaRes. Grand Champion Female - Kyle Weaver, Crawfordville, Tad-

More Up RyleeALL OTHER PUREBREDSGrand Champion Female - Taylor McKenna, Lithia, Old Creek

Farm TessaRes. Grand Champion Female - Laura Glassey, St. Augustine,

Royal Flush WRA EdelRECORDED GRADEGrand Champion Female - Mia Herrera, LaBelle, Big N Farm

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NIGERIAN DWARFGrand Champion Female - Halie Weber, Groveland, Gotta B Kin

N Sugar Is GoldRes. Grand Champion Female - Halie Weber, Groveland, The

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EdgewaterGrand Champion Percentage Doe - Ashlyn Banks, Balm, RHBG1

Second EdRes. Champion Percentage Doe - Jade Banks, Balm, RHBG1

AJSB FireballGrand Champion Purebred/Fullblood Doe - Ashlyn Banks, Balm,

RHBG1 Lugars JewelRes. Champion Purebred/Fullblood Doe - Jade Banks, Balm,

J&J1 Brass JessicaGrand Champion Purebred/Fullblood Buck - Hailey Huffman,

Masarytown, Nature Walk ChiefRes. Champion Purebred/Fullblood Buck - Ashlyn Banks, Balm,

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YOUTH POULTRYOverall Champion - Joshua Duff, DavenportBest Purebred of Show - Joshua Duff, DavenportBest Commercial of Show - Michaela Polmann, DunedinChampion Standard - Krystina Thompson, BellReserve Champion Standard - Victoria Perkins, Haines CityChampion Bantam - Joshua Duff, DavenportReserve Champion Bantam - Joshua Duff, DavenportChampion Waterfowl - Savannah Cannon, Dade CityReserve Champion Waterfowl - Brittany Wagner, LithiaChampion Goose - Brittany Wagner, LithiaReserve Champion Goose - Savannah Cannon, Dade CityChampion Female Commercial - Michaela Polmann, DunedinRes. Champion Female Commercial - Krystina Thompson, BellRooster Crowing Contest - Tyler & Eric Margita, Arcadia

YOUTH RABBITBest in Show - Alex Osborn, Bradenton1st Runner Up—Best in Show - Renee Hoover, Tampa2nd Runner Up—Best in Show - Kaleigh Ferreira, Wesley ChapelAmerican Fuzzy Lop Best of Breed - Brett Naugler, BrooksvilleBest Opposite Sex - Kayleigh Murdock, TampaCalifornianBest of Breed - Johnathon Howell, Dade CityBest Opposite Sex - Tristen Walling, LakelandDutchBest of Breed - Alex Osborn, BradentonBest Opposite of Bree - Alex Osborn, BradentonDwarf HototBest of Breed - Breanne Goodman, Land O LakesBest Opposite of Breed - Breanne Goodman, Land O LakesENGLISH ANGORABest of Breed - Brett Naugler, BrooksvilleENGLISH LOPBest of Breed - Ashlyn Miller, LakelandBest Opposite of Breed - Elizabeth Burch, WimaumaENGLISH SPOTBest of Breed - Eisenhower Middle FFA, (Rebecca Hamm), GIBSONTONBest Opposite of Breed - Jordan Olson, Duette FRENCH LOPBest of Breed - Leandro Marante, TampaBest Opposite of Breed - Leandro Marante, TampaHAVANABest of Breed - William Jameson, Lake PanasoffkeeBest Opposite of Breed - Eisenhower Middle FFA (Kasey Elder),

GibsontonHIMALAYANBest of Breed - Eisenhower Middle FFA, (Terilee Magda),

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Parsley is an herb in the Umbelliferae family, which also includes carrots, fennel, celery and dill. More than just a garnish, parsley is highly nutritious and full of fresh fl avor. Both its leaves and stalks are edible. Parsley is a popular garden vegetable nationwide. According to the University of Florida Extension Offi ce, this herb is grown throughout Florida, both as a commercial crop in Central and South Florida, as well as in gardens throughout the entire state.

NUTRITIONAL PROFILEParsley is an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K. It is

also a good source of folate and iron. Parsley is high in benefi cial fl avonoids and volatile oils which function like antioxidants in preventing diseases.

According to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) National Nutrient Database for Standard Reference, two tablespoons (7.5 g) of fresh parsley contains 2.7 calories, 0.22 g protein, 0.06 g fat, 0.47 g carbohydrate, and 0.25 g of dietary fi ber. It also provides 153.8 percent of the Daily Recommended Value (%DV) for vitamin K, 16.6 percent for vitamin C, 12.2 percent for vitamin A, 2.9 percent for folate, 2.6 percent for iron, and plentiful amounts of other valuable nutrients. In other words, a tiny portion of parsley provides more than your entire day’s vitamin K requirements and other nutrients for almost no calories.

VITAMIN C: FIGHT COLDS AND FREE RADICALSParsley is an excellent source of vitamin C, a water-soluble

antioxodant that helps support the immune system. This vitamin is important for a healthy immune system, cancer prevention, healthy blood circulation and wound healing. Parsley and other foods high in vitamin C may help reduce the severity and duration of cold symptoms.

This vitamin also acts as a potent antioxidant in the body, neutralizing harmful free radicals and preventing its damaging effects in cells. As a result, vitamin C has been associated with reduced severity of infl ammatory conditions, such as asthma, osteoarthritis, and rheumatoid arthritis. Several large scientifi c studies have shown that a high consumption of vegetables and fruits rich in vitamin C is associated with a reduced risk of death from all causes including heart disease, stroke and cancer.

VITAMIN A: FIGHT MORE FREE RADICALSVitamin A, in the form of beta-carotene, is a fat-soluble

antioxidant that fi ghts free radicals and cell damage much like vitamin C. Required for optimal functioning of the immune system, this vitamin helps to maintain the integrity of cells in the skin and mucosa, which function as a barrier to germs. It is also involved in the development and differentiation of white blood cells, which are part of the body’s immune response to infection.

In addition, vitamin A plays an important role in vision. Inadequate retinol available to the retina may result in “night blindness.” It also acts as a hormone to regulate gene expression in a number of physiological processes, including the production of red blood cells.

FOLATE: STRENGTHEN YOUR HEARTParsley is a good source of the important B vitamin folate.

This heart-healthy vitamin is involved in converting dangerous homocysteine to less harmful molecules in the body. High levels of homocysteine can damage blood vessels and increase the risk of heart attack and stroke in people with atherosclerosis.

Additionally, folate is also essential for growth and development and plays a key role in DNA formation. This vitamin is involved in normal cell division and is important in preventing cancer in the colon and cervix, two areas of the body that have rapidly dividing cells.

Folate can reduce the risk of birth defects of the brain and spinal cord (neural tube defects) in the fetus. Pregnant women should consume a diet high in folate, and eating parsley and other vegetables and fruits every day can help.

HOW TO SELECT AND STOREChoose fresh parsley that is deep green in color with fresh,

crisp leaves. Avoid those that have wilted or yellow leaves. To store parsley, place it in a plastic bag in the refrigerator. If it wilts, sprinkle water on the leaves to refresh them. Parsley can also be dried by laying it out at room temperature. After it is dried, store it in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark place. Curly leaf parsley also freezes well and can be added to soups and dishes without thawing fi rst.

HOW TO ENJOY Finely chop parsley and garnish the sides of the plateCombine chopped parsley with bulgur wheat to make

tabbouleh, a popular Middle Eastern dishAdd parsley to salads, soups, and tomato saucesGarnish grilled fi sh or poultry with fresh parsley before

servingCombine chopped parsley with garlic and lemon juice and use

as a marinade or rub for meatChew on parsley after eating to freshen your breathMince and add to coleslaw, potato salad, spreads, or salad

dressing Enjoy fresh Florida parsley today. With its fresh, vibrant fl avor

and exceptionally low calories, parsley makes a nutritious addition to any raw or cooked dish.

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More than a GarnishBy Sandy Kaster, M.S. Clinical Medicine, B.S. Nutrition Science

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58 INTHEFIELD MAGAZINE MARCH 2010 58 INTHEFIELD MAGAGAZINZINEE M MARCH 2010

Citrus Hall ofFameFameHarold McTeer

By Anita Whitaker


For most professionals, an occasional pat on the back or “you did good” from the boss is the standard of recognition usually received. There probably aren’t too many who will ever be considered the best of the best and be included in the hall of fame for their occupations.

But, Harold McTeer isn’t the ordinary professional or person. In fact, ask most anyone who knows him, has met him, or even heard of him and they’ll say he’s extraordinary.

Proof positive of that is his recent selection to the Florida Citrus Hall of Fall – his second - yes – second, hall of fame induction. His fi rst selection was in 1985, when Dupont named him as only one of 15 profes-sionals to be chosen for the top honor, recognizing marketing excellence.

The recognition for marketing excellence is glowing and reads “Throughout Florida’s citrus industry sales representative McTeer has earned the highest esteem for his technical competence, integrity and helpful attitude. Aware of grower needs, his peers continually seek Har-old’s professional and practical knowledge of citrus production and pro-tection.”

But, the humble man of God hasn’t let the tributes go to his head. He’s a gentleman whose handshake still means something and is just as good as his John Hancock on the dotted line.

To him, the accolades are appreciated, but what is really important goes much deeper.

“My dad was a Christian and he taught me to pray and read the Bible,” McTeer said. “He also taught me that hard work never hurt any-one.”

The recognition that McTeer has received is evidence that he has followed those life instructions given to him by his father, Herbert. As a grove owner, as well as a Dupont employee for 27 years, he worked hard to

provide for his family – Mary, his wife, and their three children.He and his brother, Louis, got their starts early in the family groves.

His dad moved to Florida in 1917 and started his citrus career as a care-taker for Scott Groves in Winter Haven. In the early 1920s, he and his wife, Ruth, bought their fi rst grove, 40 acres, in Haines City.

At the height of the McTeer family’s grove ownership, they owned 270 acres. But, over the years, he hasn’t been just a grove owner. He gath-ered experience in the citrus industry by working in various positions for different agriculture companies.

“I started out at (University of Florida) CREC (Citrus Research and Education Center) in the citrus training program,” McTeer said. “It was much like on the job training. I worked in three different areas for six months each.”

From there, the couple moved to Tampa where Harold worked for Clark Fruit Company and was in charge of spraying for diseases and fer-tilizing.

The family’s next stop was Kaiser Ag Chemicals in Wauchula, where McTeer was the store manager. He said that is when he was approached by two sales representatives from Dupont about coming to work with them as a Sales and Marketing Crop Protection Chemical professional.

The variety of jobs he has held has been invaluable in experience and education for McTeer, whose always had the best interests of the citrus industry at heart.

“Harold has always been well respected by the members of Haines City CGA (Citrus Growers Association), as evidenced by his being re-elected to the Board for eight consecutive terms for a total of 25 years, longer than any other Haines City CGA Board member in the 100 year

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The Florida Citrus Hall of Fame news release announcing his selec-tion reads: “Known as the ‘go-to’ guy for many growers in the produc-tion area, McTeer served 25 years as one of the longest-standing board members of the Haines City Citrus Growers Association. McTeer was a key grower-cooperator with the Citrus Research and Education Center Plant Improvement Team in Lake Alfred. He was always available to pro-vide land, time and materials for CREC’s rootstock and scion trials. His contributions allowed many fi eld research projects to become realities and benefi t the entire citrus industry.”

Harold Browning, immediate past center director, UF CREC, wrote in a letter to McTeer, “Many of the accomplishments over your years of service were successful due to your input and expertise.”

In the 1990s, in an effort to help secure the future of citrus, McTeer made the decision to allow 20 acres of their groves to be used solely by the UF CREC to conduct research.

“He (McTeer) has provided land and other resources well above the norm. Those contributions allowed many fi eld research projects to be-come realities,” said Bill Castle horticulturist and professor, UF CREC. “We are very lucky to have not only an excellent cooperator in Harold, but someone we also recognize and value as a friend and a teacher. Those of us who spend a great deal of time in the fi eld are happy to have mo-ments and experiences when a grower-cooperator knows just about as much as what goes on in an experiment on his property as the scientist.”

An expert in his fi eld, of course. But, what he has always worked even harder at is being a good hus-band to Mary, now in their 53rd year of marriage, and father to Emory, Herb, and Susan (Walker). He is also the proud grandfather to fi ve and great grandfather to one.

He maintains a close relation-ship with all of them and recently received a letter from Cessenie, one of his granddaughters, that reads, “What makes you who you are is the fact that you love to share your wisdom with anyone and everyone. It brings joy to your life to share your wisdom and to do all you can to make people happy. You are the greatest, most caring man that I’ve even known.”

Another granddaughter, Shau-na, lives in Birmingham and travels home monthly, like clockwork, to visit her “Papa.” Between visits she sends cards of love and encourage-ment.

Mary, probably the person who knows Harold best in the world, said his integrity and his thoughtfulness are two qualities that come to mind when asked about him.

“In the more than 50 years we’ve been together, I have never heard him speak badly of someone,” she said.

“He is a caring and gentle man.”McTeer’s career and life hasn’t been without its challenges. In the

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In his position with Dupont, he said that it was a challenge to con-vert growers to chemicals for weed control.

A colleague of McTeer’s recently sent him an email. It was particu-larly touching and revealing, written to let him know of a list he’d created. The list included fi ve people who had made a difference in his life and the colleague wrote that McTeer was included on that list as someone he’d looked up to him as a role model.

With the second induction to a hall of fame, McTeer said that he thinks he may begin to take it easy for a while … a well-deserved rest after a lifetime of giving.


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