President of the National Cattlemens Beef Assocation, John Queen, is one of the speakers at the 64th Annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention & Trade Show this weekend in Huntsville. John is hoping more producers will become involved in working with the various issues that affect the industry.  Report (1:00 wma)
FL AgNet Week In Review February 16, 2007
In this week’s pod cast, the Citrus Crop Forecast February update is released, there are new recommendations for Tropical Soda Apple Management, Florida promotes truthful information about the Animal ID program, the proposed farm bill could help new farmers and ranchers, and Florida Farm Bureau continues work on property tax issues. To hear Florida’s weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast …
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Florida Property Tax Hearings Going Well
Agricultural producers have been turning out for property tax hearings being held across the state, according to Ben Parks with Florida Farm Bureau. Report (1:30 wma)
Record Crowd for Florida Ag Hall of Fame Banquet
A record crowd gathered for the Florida Ag Hall of Fame Banquet Tuesday at the Florida State Fair – Katherine Bush reports. Find out about this year’s inductees at www.flaghalloffame.com. Report (:45 wma)
Conservation Help for New and Low Income Farmers
Beginning and socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers would receive some extra help for conservation efforts under the new farm bill proposed by the Bush administration, something that will help many in Florida according to State Conservationist Niles Glasgow. Report (:45 wma)
Well Water Testing is a Deep Subject
Rural well water testing can be a deep subject but USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama can help landowners keep it simple and safe, according to hydraulic engineer Ken Aycock. Report (1:00 wma)
More Property Tax Hearings
More property tax reform hearings are being held this week and next around the state. Florida Farm Bureau is encouraging producers to attend. Report (1:30 wma)
Gulf Coast Agribusiness Conference
The 1st Annual Gulf Coast Agribusiness Conference will be held this Thursday, February 15th in Jay, Florida. Â Report (:45 wma)
Florida Gulf Coast Ag Conference
The very first annual Gulf Coast Agribusiness conference is coming up this week – Thursday February 12 at the West Florida Research and Education Center in Jay. The conference will be held from 7:30 am to 4:45 pm and lunch will be provided – the cost is $20. Report (:45 wma)