University of Florida News

GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida commodities expert says he’s optimistic the U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) will give relief to the nation’s vegetable growers, hit hard the past two years by surging imports of tomatoes and peppers from Mexico.

GAINESVILLE — Reluctance to buy big-ticket items, brought on by job loss, fears of inflation and the lack of further reductions in interest rates, dampened consumer confidence this month, University of Florida economists reported today (May 28).

GAINESVILLE–In a rapidly changing health-care system, fear strikes at the heart of many health professionals who are finding their specialized training does not meet new marketplace demands.

GAINESVILLE —Moderate job growth should contribute to a favorable panorama for Florida’s economy over the next two years, according to the latest issue of “The Florida Outlook,” released today (5/2).

GAINESVILLE –Rising gasoline prices and long-term interest rates may cause consumer confidence in Florida to dip slightly in May after leveling off in April, University of Florida economists reported today (4\30).

BRADENTON—It’s been a rough year for Florida-grown Easter lilies. Unseasonably cold weather earlier this year will cause some plants grown outside the warmth of a greenhouse — about 30 percent of the state’s crop — to bloom well after the April 7 holiday.