Farm to Fuel Conference

Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson has announced that he is hosting this year’s “Farm to Fuel” summit from July 29-31 at the Rosen Shingle Creek Resort in Orlando. For the fourth year in a row, hundreds of industry leaders in agriculture, energy, academia, banking and finance and government will gather to hear from a broad array of experts. Last July, Bronson’s third Florida “Farm to Fuel” summit attracted nearly 500 participants. Highlights of the summit will include a keynote address by Gov. Charlie Crist. Participants will hear about various efforts to produce biofuels and renewable energy as well as the role of agriculture and forestry in a reduced carbon economy. Bronson believes that Florida can lead the nation in the production of renewable energy as a result of its mild climate, abundant sunshine, ample rainfall and long growing season. Information about the “Farm to Fuel” initiative and the upcoming summit can be found at http://www.floridafarmtofuel.com.