Florida citrus growers ‘cautiously optimistic’ for 2025-2026 season
Hurricanes and greening have made the past couple of citrus seasons quite challenging here in Florida. With the 2025-2026 citrus season officially underway, some growers are more optimistic for the future. “I think we’re expecting a good season,” says Matt Joyner, Executive Vice President and CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual. “Most growers are pretty optimistic about what they’re seeing out there right now.” Morgan McKenna, Operations Manager at McKenna Brothers Inc, seconds this sentiment. More from Central Florida Ag News.
What is quantum computing and why is Palm Beach County so interested in it?
Hoping to build on their success in recruiting financial and technology firms to West Palm Beach, area leaders are setting their sights on a new prize: the closely watched quantum computing industry. Leaders announced their intentions this past week with a splashy conference downtown dubbed “Quantum Beach 2025,” where business and political honchos hobnobbed with tech executives and discussed efforts to make the region the country’s next technology cluster. More from the Palm Beach Post.
Could Clearwater become the first Florida city in 20 years to run its own power utility?
In Florida, 54 utilities provide electricity to residents. They include the big four investor-owned providers — Duke Energy Florida, Florida Power & Light, Florida Public Utilities, and Tampa Electric Co. (TECO). Those four serve approximately 75% of the state’s population, with the remaining 25% provided by 33 municipal electric utilities and 16 rural electric cooperatives, according to the Florida Municipal Electric Association. More from the Florida Phoenix.
Banco Santander plans to add 250 jobs in Miami
Banco Santander, which is replacing its aged office building at 1401 Brickell Ave. with a new 40-story tower, plans to create 250 new jobs with average annual salaries of $115,000 plus additional benefits of $25,000 apiece. The real estate investment in the site is $290 million, the Beacon Council told the county. The bank would maintain its 702 existing jobs here. More from Miami Today.
New ships about to descend on Florida’s big 3 ports
Florida’s red-hot cruise market, which has witnessed a remarkable post-pandemic rebound, is heating up just in time for the Sunshine State’s mild-weather winter season. Accordingly, the big names in the cruising industry are bringing some of their largest and newest ships to Florida’s largest ports, which happen to be the three busiest in the world: PortMiami, Port Canaveral and Port Everglades, in that order. More from the Orlando Sentinel.
Building the future: Why companies should consider partnering with academia for sustainable growth
In today’s fast-paced global marketplace, the competition for highly skilled talent continues to grow. So, too, does the need for innovative solutions that support companies with qualified talent. This search for a competitive edge increasingly points to one strong yet obvious solution: building robust partnerships with universities that not only educate but also actively prepare tomorrow’s workforce. [Sponsored report]
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An endless wave pool for surfers right off I-95 in South Florida?
Surfers could one day have access to an endless supply of big waves, each a perfect swell, thanks to a new surfing oasis built not far from the everyday I-95 gridlock in South Florida. In an oh-so-Florida approach, two new proposals have surfaced to open a “surf park” destination in Boca Raton — just east of Interstate 95 and north of Yamato Road. Spectators could marvel at skilled surfers taming larger waves, or cheer on beginners conquering gentler waves.
» Read more from the South Florida Sun-Sentinel.