An Alternative to Gluten

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

Often dubbed as the world’s smallest grain, teff, may become a big contributor to those looking for a gluten free alternative to wheat. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …

Federation of State Beef Councils Moving to be More Independent

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

A producer-led Federation Structure Working Group, appointed by the Federation of State Beef Councils chairman Scott George and vice chairman David Dick, has identified principles it believes support an independent Federation structure, while also retaining operational efficiencies found in its 14-year relationship with NCBA. Below are comments made concerning this issue by Dr. Billy Powell of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association …

Lt. Gov. Candidate Smith Addresses Florida Citrus Mutual

Dan Citrus, Florida, General

Democratic lieutenant governor candidate Rod Smith summarizes his Wednesday message to the Florida Citrus Mutual Board of Directors. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle …

BCAP Offers $ Help to Forestry & Other Ag for Biomass Development

Gary Cooper Energy, Florida, Forestry, General

Florida USDA/FSA State Director Tim Manning continues to make the rounds to present information about the Biomass Crop Assistance Program (BCAP). Addressing Florida Forestry Association members at their association’s annual meeting today, Manning says more than 24-thousand public comments were submitted about the BCAP program recently. There appears to be great interest in this program designed to help producers establish …

Florida Forestry Leaders Meet in the State’s Panhandle

Gary Cooper Energy, Florida, Forestry, General

Florida Forestry Association pulls members and interested parties together this week for its annual meeting and trade show at Sandestin Resort. As with most ag sectors, the forestry industry is actively engaged in numerous issues presently. Several are on tap under the theme “Markets, Management, Money & More”. Gathering at Sandestin Resort also has its fun side for attendees too. …

Crop Forecasting

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Everett Griner explains how this is not an exact science, but it is close enough. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration …

Going Mobile as an Answer to Food Deserts

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

USDA Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan says the department has gone mobile in an effort to solve the issue of food deserts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …

Forest Research Focused on Productivity

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia

In order for the U.S. forest industry to compete in a growingly competitive biofuels market, Dr. Eric Vance, principal scientist for The National Council for Air and Stream Improvement, says it needs research focused on productivity. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …

FL Cattlemen Building Membership

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, Livestock

At last week’s Fall quarterly meeting, Florida Cattlemen’s Association President Jim Strickland said they have entered into the new social media atmosphere along with putting together an effort which is helping to build membership. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida …

Ag Export Forecast Rises & Funding to Create Rural Jobs

Randall Weiseman General

The numbers for agricultural exports look good as Tyron Spearman runs through those along with passing along information concerning funding that’s been granted for opportunities in rural areas. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In …