Programs at the 2011 Southern Peanut Growers Conference get underway tomorrow morning in Panama City, Florida as Tyron Spearman is there and has a review of what to expect. Download Audio
Specialty Crops will Require Special Attention in Farm Bill Talks
When it comes to the 2012 Farm Bill, budget cuts are almost inevitable. But Florida Congressman Tom Rooney says his job on the Ag Committee is to ensure those cuts are not only done responsibly, but fairly as well. Download Audio
Strong Support for All Children are Equal Act
There is bipartisan support for new legislation that would fix a situation where funding is not going to rural and mid-size urban schools as intended. Download Audio
Update on DOHA Talks
As we continue to monitor the ongoing Doha negotiations within the WTO we hear from Gary Adams, Vice President of Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council on some background, where we stand now and the latest efforts. Download Audio
Meat Forecast Lowered, Milk Forecast Raised
The latest USDA forecast for meat production is down a bit from earlier predictions, but the milk production forecast is showing strong numbers. Download Audio
Peanut Candy Maker Increasing Production
Today Tyron Spearman has news about a candy maker who many are familiar with when it comes to peanut candy favorites that has announced an expansion to their production efforts. Download Audio
Citrus Industry eNews: New Citrus Commission Chair Elected
If you would like to receive the eNews version directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. DON’T MISS THIS New Citrus Commission Chair Elected Yesterday, the Florida Citrus Commission elected a new chairman. He addresses the work on Chapter 601 and discusses the position of executive director at the Florida Department of Citrus. Learn who it is and hear his reports.
Less Research
Everett Griner tells us today how agriculture research is slowing down. Download Audio
Citrus Commission Chair McKenna On Chapter 601 & FDOC Chief
The new Florida Citrus Commission Wednesday elected grower Marty McKenna as chairman. The commission instructed its new Strategic Structures Planning Committee – originally called the Kitchen Sink committee – to address changes to Chapter 601 of Florida Statutes, which governs the Citrus Commission, before tackling other industry issues. McKenna addresses the work on Chapter 601 in the first report. Download …
Reminder for Georgia Cotton Commission Board Nominations
A quick reminder to Georgia cotton producers about the application deadline for three positions on the Georgia Cotton Commission’s board of directors. Download Audio