According to a newspaper story from late last autumn, Florida farmers have become intrigued by the prospect of cultivating olive trees. The story mentioned that the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences was operating test plots. There’s even a Florida Olive Council. The writer, Michael Stone of Halifax Media Group, reported that soil, climate and other conditions that make Florida suitable for citrus growth are also appropriate for olives.
http://www.theledger.com/article/20140206/NEWS/140209509
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Business People: Clay Keel, Marketing Director at Keel and Curley Winery | TheLedger.com
PLANT CITY | As the old adage goes, if life gives you lemons, make lemonade.
http://www.theledger.com/article/20130128/NEWS/130129227/1001/business?Title=Business-People-Clay-Keel-Marketing-Director-at-Keel-and-Curley-Winery
Blueberries and apples tied to lower diabetes risk | Reuters
NEW YORK (Reuters Health) – Eating more blueberries, apples and pears may be linked to lower risk of diabetes, according to a new U.S. study.These fruits are loaded with flavonoids, a natural compound
http://www.reuters.com/article/2012/03/16/us-diabetes-idUSBRE82F1A920120316