When vying for consumers’ attention and business, personal communication seems to be the small farmers’ best tool. Direct communication with customers, providing great customer service and being approachable are all key factors when interacting with customers, a...
When it comes to local food, consumers’ definitions range from within 10 miles to within United States borders, a recent study by the PIE Center shows. The study showed that Floridians’ flexibility with the concept of local food ranges from a preference for local...
February 2013 The groundwater resources that Florida so heavily depends on are being depleted because of high population growth, urban development and the agricultural needs of the state. As one of Florida’s most contentious issues, water conflict is difficult...
After more than two years of preparations, PIE Center researchers are ready to unveil their newest undertaking. Faculty and staff will conduct four public opinion trend panels each year that focus on key issues in Florida, such as water quantity and quality,...
When it comes to technical terminology, policy makers might have a hard time telling the public about hypoxia. When surveyed by the PIE Center, Floridians showed low concern about hypoxia, which is more commonly associated with terms like dead zones or red tides. The...
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