Cuban trade would benefit southern farmers. Everett Griner has some questions that really need to be answered…by someone. Download Audio
FFB Keeping Close Eye on all of the State Legislative Action
There are still several issues up in the air as the Florida Legislature works on it’s sixth week of the 2010 session. And Florida Farm Bureau President, John Hoblick, says it is imperative that they continue to keep a close eye on all of the action at the state capitol. Download Audio
Preparation Could be Affecting Egg-onomics
Egg consumption on a per capita is expected to drop to 247 for 2010 and extension food expert, Karen Blakeslee, says that the decrease could be related to the fact that many consumers don’t prepare their eggs properly. Download Audio
GCA Honors Hall of Fame Inductees
Pictured to the left is Dr. Frank Thomas, Foundation Director for the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association about to unveil a new plaque at the Georgia National Fairgrounds during last week’s GCA Convention & Trade Show in Perry. Dr. Thomas said this was done to honor those who have been inducted into their hall of fame over the years. Download Audio
FCA Continues to Track Legislature
Executive Vice President of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, Jim Handley, says they are not only concerned about budget cuts to IFAS, but also the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. Download Audio
AVMA Questions Dropping Animal ID Program
The American Veterinary Medical Association is concerned about USDA’s decision to scrap the national animal identification system, as it could could seriously hinder U.S. veterinarians’ ability to track diseased animals and prevent the spread of those diseases. Download Audio
Organics Certification
There are some new laws enforcing the rules. Everett Griner tells us about them. Download Audio
Bishop Addresses Key Issues at GCA Convention Banquet
Georgia Congressman Sanford Bishop attended the Georgia Cattleman’s Convention and spoke on some pressing issues currently facing agriculture. Listen to the interview here: Download Audio
NCBA President on Vilsack Trade Mission to Japan
Cattle producers from various parts of the southeast are in Perry, Georgia this weekend attending the 2010 Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention. One person who was able to stop by is the new President of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Steve Foglesong, who told me he is pleased with the news that U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack will soon be heading …
Farm Groups Prepared for Another Rough Farm Bill Process
Key farm groups are gearing up for the start of hearings on the next farm bill in late April – and ag leaders are already expecting another rough process. Download Audio