A Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services official tells why citrus growers and beekeepers need to work together to prevent citrus pesticides from harming honey bees. He discusses the advantages of cooperation for both groups. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, …
Soybean Growers to Congress: Your Inaction is Hurting Farmers
FROM THE AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION: ST. LOUIS (Oct. 1, 2013) – With today’s expiration of the one-year extension of the 2008 Farm Bill, coupled with the shutdown of the federal government, the American Soybean Association (ASA) lamented another failed opportunity on the part of Congress to provide the nation’s soybean farmers with the certainty they need to remain competitive and …
One Step Towards Farm Bill, Several More to Go
The Farm Bill has officially expired and even though steps are being taken, it could be weeks before the House and Senate conference on the bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers …
Farm Drones
Drones have now come to agriculture. This new technology will save the producers time and money. Everett Griner tells us how. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From …
Putnam Pitches Cutting Energy Taxes for Businesses, Shoppers
The News Service of Florida, By Jim Turner, The Capital, Tallahassee – Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam wants an annual sales-tax holiday on energy-saving appliances similar to the back-to-school tax holiday. And he said the sales tax on energy used by businesses needs to be trimmed, with the remaining revenue redirected for school construction and maintenance. The two proposals were among …
Governor Commends Citrus Planting Partners
Gov. Rick Scott Monday commended three companies involved in a 25,000-acre orange grove planting agreement announced this spring. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement …
The Truth Behind Food Expiration Dates
According to a new report, many consumers have misconceptions about food expiration dates and labels. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks …
Grassroots Involvement Needed in Farm Bill Process
While the battle over a government shutdown has been the big news today, those involved in agricultural are still waiting for something to transpire with the farm bill. Kristina Butts with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association talks about how important it is for producers to still be involved in the process. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares …
Farmers Advised to Pay Extra Attention to Foreign Materials in Cotton
With cotton harvest picking up steam, Georgia Cotton Commission executive director Richey Seaton reminds growers to keep a close eye on foreign materials in their cotton. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers …
NRCS Values Strong Partnership With Farmers and Ranchers
USDA’s NRCS Chief Jason Weller says that they would not be successful in their mission without the assistance and cooperation from farmers and ranchers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember …