The Beef Checkoff is celebrating its 25th anniversary this year and Roger West from Gainesville, Florida, secretary/treasurer of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, said while the research program isn’t as visible as other checkoff programs it’s no less important. Download Audio Learn more about your Beef Checkoff Program any time at www.MyBeefCheckoff.com. Or access the full anniversary series at Silver Anniversary. …
Alabama Ready for October Beef Month
This morning, leaders with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association visited Governor Bentley who signed a proclamtion declaring October as “Beef Month” in Alabama. ACA’s Erin Beasley said October will be a busy month as various beef promotions will take place across the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Cotton Life Cycle Analysis Completed as Part of Vision 21
As part of the efforts from the Cotton Board’s research and promotion program, Cotton Incorporated has completed a comprehensive life cycle inventory and life cycle analysis of cotton products through the Cotton Foundation VISION 21 Project. Kim Kitchings, Senior Director of Cooperate Strategy for Cotton Incorporated, explains how this effort will help the cotton industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
Peanut Contracts Offered & USDA Purchases RUTF’s
Tyron Spearman has the latest information concerning offers for peanut contracts along with more on yesterday’s announcement concerning the purchase of Ready to Use Therapeutic Foods. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
New and Improved Field Demos Set for Sunbelt Ag Expo
With only four weeks to go until the 34th Annual Sunbelt Ag Expo, Executive Director Chip Blalock gives producers a sneak peak on what field demos they can expect to see. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …
First Public Hearing this Saturday on Proposed Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge and Conservation Area
Here is a news release from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service: The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service is hosting the first of two public meetings this Saturday, Sept. 24 in Avon Park, Fla., to answer questions and take comments on the proposed Everglades Headwaters National Wildlife Refuge and Conservation Area in south-central Florida. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Roka Addresses Labor Costs Of Growing And Harvesting Citrus
University of Florida economist Fritz Roka takes a broad look at citrus labor costs. He addresses the high cost of harvesting labor late this spring, the cost of regulatory compliance and the impact the immigration debate may have had on labor cost and availability, among other things. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Labor Solutions- Bringing People Together! Sponsored …
Changing Trends
Southeast agriculture has a new image, and Everett Griner tells us what this is. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
RUTFs coming from Peanuts
Peanuts higlighted a tele-conference held today where officials discussed the Food for Peace program called Ready to Use Therapeutic Foods, as peanuts have become an important part of that program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
LA Nina Making a Comeback
According to forecasters at the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration’s Climate Prediction Center, La Niña has re-emerged in the tropical Pacific Ocean and should gradually strengthen and continue into winter. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …