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Budget Cuts to Affect Agriculture

Randall Weiseman February 16, 2011 Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts

Proposed budget cuts in our nation’s capitol will obviously affect agriculture as Tyron Spearman looks at various parts of the peanut industry that would feel it. Download Audio And peanut growers are urged to contact Congress now Regarding Ag Cuts

Peanut Contracts Verses Other Crop Prices

Randall Weiseman February 15, 2011 Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans

National Peanut Research Lab’s Dr. Marshall Lamb was one of the speakers at last week’s Alabama-Florida Peanut Show in Dothan as he talked about markets and had some advice for growers. Download Audio

FAITC to Hold 8th Annual Ag Literacy Day on April 26

Randall Weiseman February 14, 2011 Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Florida Ag in the Classroom executive director Lisa Gaskalla says that one of their premier programs, Agriculture Literacy Day, is scheduled for Tuesday, April 26, 2011. Download Audio Those interested in participating should register online by April 15, 2011.

Statement from Ag Secretary Vilsack on Proposed FY 2012 Budget

Randall Weiseman February 14, 2011 Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar

WASHINGTON, February 14, 2011 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today made the following statement on the proposed FY 2012 budget: “President Obama and I share a vision for building an economy that works for all Americans; one that makes, creates, innovates and expands the middle class. “Since coming to office, we have taken important steps to avoid the potential economic …

Peanut Board Checkoff Update

Randall Weiseman February 14, 2011 Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

Today Tyron Spearman looks at how the National Peanut Board used producers dollars this past year for promotional and research efforts. Download Audio

Ag in Review for the Week of February 7, 2011

Randall Weiseman February 12, 2011 Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Podcast

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast .

FL Congressman Looking to Take Ag Message to DC

Randall Weiseman February 11, 2011 Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Kevin Kelley, Legislative Assistant for Congressman Steve Southerland, says the representative is looking forward to being an advocate of Florida’s Agricultural industry in Washington. Download Audio

Peanut Prices, Argentina Crop Update & USDA Seeking Bids

Randall Weiseman February 11, 2011 Peanuts

Today Tyorn Spearman looks at current peanut prices, the Argentina peanut crop, and the fact USDA it taking bids for peanuts and peanut butter. Download Audio Download Audio

Living Mottos

Dan February 11, 2011 Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

State Symbols honor rural life. Everett Griner tells us how. Download Audio

FL Gov Scott Budget Proposals Startle Many

Randall Weiseman February 10, 2011 Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Florida’s new governor finally released initial budget proposals in recent days, making for interesting discussion in many circles in Tallahassee and around the state. Agriculture interests will want to know just how different Governor Scott looks at things when it comes to crafting a state budget. Gary Cooper has more with this report. Download Audio

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Irrigation Frequency Critical to Fight Tree Stress
During the month of April, Florida rainfall has been scarce. Groves are drying out after some areas enjoyed more rain than normal during the El Niño winter. The dry weather has growers busy running irrigation. Keeping HLB-infected trees well-watered is especially important to reduce plant stress. That was the message Tripti Vashisth, University of Florida […]
The Effect of Soil pH on Nutrient Availability
By Chris Oswalt Soil pH influences nutrient availability. This article considers the specific fate of nitrogen, phosphorus and potassium in soils with elevated pH values. The discussion also assumes that these effects would be similar to conditions in the wetted zone where micro-sprinkler irrigation has raised soil pH. NITROGEN Soil pH can affect several reactions […]