Governor Bob Riley and Commissioner Ron Sparks have announced formation of the Alabama Alternative Energy Committee to develop a comprehensive alternative energy policy for the state. Read press release from Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Report (:30 wma)
Food Check Out Day in Ocala
The message of Food Check out day was delivered to consumers at a Publix supermarket in Ocala Tuesday by local and state farm bureau officials. Florida Farm Bureau President John Hoblick (far right) joins Marion County Farm Bureau leaders for the event that provided information about the affordability of food. A few lucky shoppers got their groceries paid for as …
Next Step for Farm Bill Proposal
It’s been a week since the administration released it’s farm bill proposals and in that time USDA officials have been criss crossing the country bringing the plan directly to producers. When I talked with Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns I asked what the next step is for the administration proposal. Report (2:00 wma)
Celebrating Affordable Food
Check out just how affordable food is in this land of ours! In just five weeks, the average American earns enough disposable income to pay for his or her food supply for the entire year, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation. Report (1:00 wma)
Sweet Smell of Success
The first Indy Car Series test of the season on 100 percent fuel grade ethanol at Daytona International Speedway last week was a sweet smelling success. Report (1:00 wma)
FL Property Tax Hearings
A series of legislative hearings on property tax reform are set to begin across the state and agricultural producers are being urged to make sure they participate and make sure their voices are heard regarding agricultural use assessments or Greenbelt. Southeast AgNet’s Gary Cooper talked last week with Representative Baxter Troutman of Winter Haven about the potential for Greenbelt changes. …
Food Check Out Week
Farm Bureau is celebrating the continued affordability of food Feb. 4-10, during Food Check-Out Week. Report (:50 wma)
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson talks about Iris Wall being honored on February 8th as “Woman of the Year in Agriculture.†More information about Iris Wall and the award can be found at: http://www.florida-agriculture.com/news/01-04-07.htm Report (1:00 wma)
Georgia Young Farmer Leaders
The Georgia Young Farmers association held its annual convention in Augusta about a week ago and saw new leadership take over. Report (1:00 wma)
FL AgNet Week in Review February 2, 2007
In this week’s pod cast,the Florida Cattlemen attend the National Cattlemen’s Convention in Nashville, State Conservation is a big topic on the farm bill, the Florida Farm Bureau Citrus Advisory Council meets, and the FDOC gives its outlook on the fresh market. To hear Florida’s weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast .