Grants Awarded For Development of Innovative Agriculture Approaches to Benefit FL

Randall Weiseman Florida, USDA-NRCS

Gainesville, FL., Aug. 27, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced $25 million in Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) awarded to 58 entities across the nation for projects that test and prove innovative approaches to conserving America’s private lands. Recipients will demonstrate innovative approaches to improving soil health, increasing pollinator and wildlife habitat, addressing livestock manure management, producing on-farm energy …

After 30 Years as a Livestock Veterinarian, Yoho is Ready to Bring Repair to Washington

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, General, Livestock

This was sent to us from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association as is an Opinion Editorial By Ted Yoho, Candidate for U.S. Congress: Last week, I was incredibly honored as the people of north central Florida’s third congressional district chose me to Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Citrus Growers Breathing Easier After Isaac

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Weather

This morning I was able to talk with Florida Citrus Mutual spokesman Andrew Meadows as a follow-up to how growers fared from the effects of Tropical Storm Isaac, and as he said, overall the industry weathered this thing pretty well. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! …

FL Utilizing Proactive Steps to Prevent Medfly Outbreak

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Paul Hornby, with USDA APHIS explains how they are utilizing the sterile insect technique as the key component to their Mediterranean Fruit Fly Preventive Release Program. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember …

FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Xtreme Cuisine Junior

Randall Weiseman FL Commissioner Report, Florida, General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

On this week’s Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight, Commissioner Adam Putnam talks about the “Xtreme Cuisine Junior” program, which teaches second and third grade students how to prepare nutritious meals and snacks using age-appropriate recipes that are wholesome and delicious. Download Audio More information is available online by clicking on Xtreme Cuisine Cooking School and Xtreme Cuisine Junior. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …

Expo Speaker: Florida Needs More Specialty Citrus Varieties

Dan Citrus, Citrus Expo News, Florida

Consumption of specialty citrus is up, but Florida’s production is down, Citrus Expo speaker Allen Morris says. He explains the problem and offers a solution in this report. Download Audio Citrus Expo online coverage sponsored by and Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and …

Pigeon Fever

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Equine, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock

Everett Griner explains that this is affecting horses, not poultry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025

Ag in Review for the Week of August 20, 2012

Randall Weiseman Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Podcast, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …

Weekly Livestock Market Report

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

Here are the weekly cattle market numbers for Alabama and Georgia for the week ending August 24th as put together by the Livestock Market News Service in both states. AL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work …

Farm Groups Want a Farm Bill Now

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts

A variety of farm groups across the country have come together to let out leaders in Washington D.C. know they want a Farm Bill Now, as Tyron Spearman has the latest. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the …