Seafood Dilemma
by Dan – July 30th, 2010
Today Everett Griner tells us how a dwindling supply is escalating prices.
CBB vs NCBA on Review Findings
by Randall – July 29th, 2010
Yesterday we heard from Cattlemen’s Beef Board Secretary-Treasurer Robert Fountain Jr. concerning the findings of a routine compliance review of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association by an independent CPA firm. Today I had a chance to talk with CBB Chair Dan Dierschke about the review findings and the fact that NCBA has expressed disappointment discussions of these findings didn’t occur prior to the release of the final report to the media.
National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President-elect Bill Donald talks about what was discussed at this mornings press conference with the main concern being the way information from the review findings were handled.
ACA at Conference as Whatley Retires
by Randall – July 29th, 2010
Denver is the setting for the 2010 Cattle Industry Summer Conference as Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association said there are a lot of topics being covered including the proposed governance structure changes…
But one person who has been involved with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association for 40 years is not in Denver as Ed Whatley’s full-time status with the association ends this weekend.
CRP Signup Starts Monday
by Randall – July 29th, 2010
Tyron Spearman has a reminder for growers that the CRP signup starts next Monday, August 2nd and runs for 4 weeks.
Talking Trade and More at Cattle Conference
by Randall – July 29th, 2010
The death tax, GIPSA, and many other topics are being discussed in Denver this week during the 2010 Cattle Industry Summer Conference. Another topic many producers are interested in is international trade as U.S. Meat Export Federation Chairman-elect Keith Miller said U.S. beef exports have posted a strong performance so far in 2010.
Disaster Aid Package has a New Legislative Vehicle
by Julie – July 29th, 2010
Robbie Minnich, senior government relations representative for the National Cotton Council, says that Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Blanch Lincoln has successfully identified a new legislative vehicle for a $2 billion ad hoc disaster aid package that would cover 2009 crop loses.
FDA Food Registry Successful So Far
by Julie – July 29th, 2010
According to agency officials, the first seven months of the Food and Drug Administration’s reportable food registry has helped prevent more than 100 potential food safety problems.
FL Small Farms Conference July 31-Aug 2
by Julie – July 29th, 2010
The Small Farms and Alternative Enterprises Conference will take place this weekend, July 31 through August 1, at Osceola Heritage Park in Kissimmee, Florida.
Reducing Storm Water Runoff
by Julie – July 29th, 2010
Agricultural Research Service scientists have improved on an existing method for removing contaminants from storm water runoff from point sources such as construction sites and urban landscapes.
What’s Your View
by Dan – July 29th, 2010
Agriculture is seen in various ways. Which way are you seeing it? Everett Griner checks this with his view and one important question.
AL NRCS Working with Catfish Farmers for Migratory Bird Initiative
by Julie – July 28th, 2010
Alabama will receive a total of $3 million for the NRCS Migratory Bird Habitat Initiative, with $2 million dedicated to the conversion of catfish ponds through the Wetlands Reserve Program. And in this report we have Alabama State Conservationist, Dr. Bill Puckett, and NRCS Chief, Dave White, explaining how the funds are an important addition for both the migratory birds and the catfish farmers.
Leary GA Peanut Grower Recognized for New State Record
by Julie – July 28th, 2010
During last weeks 12th Annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference, Calhoun County Extension Coordinator, Paul Wigley, says they were able to recognize one of his producers, Leary, Georgia peanut farmer, AL Suddath, for a new state record.
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NRCS WRP Program More Assessable to FL Producers
by Julie – July 28th, 2010
With the USDA’s recent announcement of the largest contiguous easement acquisition in the history of the Wetlands Reserve Program here in Florida, NRCS Chief Dave White says the 26 thousand acre major wetland restoration project is just one example of how the 2008 Farm Bill made WRP a much more assessable option for producers.
How New Forest Service Roadmap will Respond to Climate Change
by Julie – July 28th, 2010
A new action plan is designed to help the Forest Service meet goals towards making our nation’s forests more resilient to climate change.
Seeing the Importance of Nutrition
by Julie – July 28th, 2010
The latest in a series of studies on the subject of eye health and nutrition has found a low glycemic diet could help prevent macular degeneration and other serious eye diseases.
Citrus BMP, Nutrient Criteria Relationship Explained
by Dan – July 28th, 2010
Citrus growers and other agriculturists are rightly concerned about pending Numeric Nutrient Criteria for Florida waters. Fortunately, growers who embrace citrus best management practices will be considered in compliance with the criteria, Rich Budell, director of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Office of Ag Water Policy, says in the first report.
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In the second report, Budell says BMPs already have been embraced on most Florida citrus acreage.
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NCBA Compliance Review Complete
by Randall – July 28th, 2010
In February, the Cattlemen’s Beef Board began the process of conducting a routine compliance review of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association by engaging an independent CPA firm to perform agreed-upon procedures at NCBA. The final report of this routine compliance review is in as CBB Secretary-Treasurer Robert Fountain, Jr. of Adrian, Georgia talks abotu the findings.
Peanut Crop Update
by Randall – July 28th, 2010
Today Tyron Spearman has an update on how the peanut crop looks across our southeastern states.
‘Water Farming’ Could Help Indian River Citrus Growers
by Dan – July 28th, 2010
Indian River Citrus League Executive Vice President Doug Bournique explains a technique being discussed by water management districts that could be an opportunity for Indian River growers who have lost former grove land to disease.
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Cattle Industry Summer Conference Starts Today
by Randall – July 28th, 2010
The 2010 Cattle Industry Summer Conference kicks off today in Denver, Colorado as the conference will focus on industry priorities like USDA’s Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration’s proposed rule on livestock and poultry marketing practices.
For more information or to register, visit: www.beefusa.org
Locally Grown
by Dan – July 28th, 2010
Local growers are supplying more and Everett Griner tells us why.
First CRP General Sign-up in 4 Years Starts Aug 2
by Julie – July 27th, 2010
As about 4.5 million Conservation Reserve Program acres are set to expire on September 30, Farm Service Agency Administrator Jonathan Coppess, says the first general sign-up for the Conservation Reserve Program in four years will begin on Monday, August 2 and will continue through August 27.
For more information regarding the CRP sign-up visit the FSA website.
Potassium Deficiencies Causing Issues for GA Cotton Producers
by Julie – July 27th, 2010
UGA plant pathologist, Bob Kimmerait, says that potassium deficiencies are causing some real issues for Georgia cotton producers.
Food Safety Gaining Steam in the Senate
by Julie – July 27th, 2010
The Food Safety Bill is becoming more of a top priority for the Senate and American Farm Bureau’s Kelli Ludlum says one of the their largest concerns for the Senate version is ensuring accountability.
New Forecast for Food Prices
by Julie – July 27th, 2010
Food shoppers may see the smallest increases in food prices this year in over 18 years, as agriculture economist Ephriam Leibtag has the new forecast for 2010.
Comment Period for New GIPSA Rules Extended
by Randall – July 27th, 2010
USDA has extended the comment period to the Grain Inspection, Packers and Stockyards Administration’s proposed rule on livestock marketing for another 90 days.
FL Pork Group Seeking Delegate Candidates
by Randall – July 27th, 2010
The election of pork producer delegate candidates for the 2011 National Pork Producers (Pork Act) Delegate Body will take place at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, July 29, 2010, in conjunction with a Board of Director’s meeting of the Florida Pork Improvement Group at the Florida Farm Bureau State Office Boardroom, 5700 S.W. 34th Street, Gainesville, Florida.
For more information, contact the Florida Pork Improvement Group at 352-374-1542.
Debating the Climate Bill
by Randall – July 27th, 2010
More discussions are taking place concerning the Climate Bill as Tyron Spearman has an update on what’s being talked about in our nation’s capitol.
Citrus Growers Can Earn 8.5 CEUs At Citrus Expo
by Dan – July 27th, 2010
University of Florida researcher and Expo seminar coordinator Tim Spann says he knows of no other venue where growers can earn so many CEUs in such a short amount of time as they can at Citrus Expo.
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Citrus Growers Urged To Act On Nutrient Criteria
by Dan – July 27th, 2010
The Environmental Protection Agency’s proposed Numeric Nutrient Criteria for Florida water will have a huge impact on citrus growers and other Floridians. Peace River Valley Citrus Growers Association Executive Director Barbara Carlton tells why and urges growers to contact members of their congressional delegation about the issue.
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