Daily News Article - December 14, 2010
1. How are Florida farmers using helicopters to save their vegetable crops? Be specific.
2. What previous weather event is causing farmers to worry more over the crops they're trying to save now?
3. a) How did farmer John Hundley respond when asked what he would do if he were not able to use helicopters due to high winds?
b) What do you think of his response?
4. How much does it cost to use the helicopters?
5. a) What methods are strawberry and citrus farmers using to save their crops from a freeze?
b) How are tropical fish farmers coping with the unusually cold weather?
6. How will consumers be affected if Florida farmers lose large amounts of their crops?
7. Has this article given you a new appreciation for American farmers? Explain your answer.