(SFWMD) — Here is the latest update on inflows into Lake Okeechobee for the calendar year to date. This data is provided by SFWMD’s DBHYDRO database. There has been no back-pumping into Lake Okeechobee from the Everglades Agricultural Area this year. Source: South Florida Water Management District Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …
Oliva Open to Governor’s E-Verify Mandate
(NSF) — House Speaker José Oliva said he is “open” to supporting an E-Verify bill that would meet the goals of Gov. Ron DeSantis, but expressed doubts about the Senate’s version of the legislation. The Senate Judiciary Committee earlier this week carved out the agriculture industry from a bill (SB 664) that would require employers to use E-Verify, a federal …
NCBA CEO at Alabama Cattlemen’s Convention
Cattle producers from across Alabama are in Montgomery for the 77th Annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show. But special guests are also on hand, including National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) CEO, Colin Woodall. He talked with Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman about being at the event and some of the many issues facing producers right now. Woodall will be the guest …
Florida Lawmakers Approve Proposed Budgets
Thursday, both the Florida House and Senate unanimously passed their versions of a record state budget for the upcoming fiscal year. The proposed House budget, at $91.37 billion, is about $1.4 billion less than the Senate’s $92.83 billion spending plan. Both proposals top the $90.98 billion budget for the current fiscal year. According to the News Service of Florida, the proposed …
Ag Bills of Interest in Alabama Legislature
The 2020 Alabama Legislative Session continues as a few bills of interest to agriculture have been discussed. Alabama Agribusiness Council (AAC) Executive Director, Leigha Cauthen, has more details. For more information go to the AAC website: (AAC website: http://www.alagribusiness.org/) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Farmers Need to Examine Irrigation Equipment Now
By Clint Thompson Planting season is just a week or two away for some row crop farmers in the Southeast. University of Georgia Cooperative Extension irrigation and precision agriculture specialist Wes Porter encourages producers to take stock of their irrigation equipment and ensure all the pieces are in working order before crops are planted. “We want to make sure that …
Americans Love Affair With Strawberries
Strawberries are widely appreciated for their characteristic aroma, bright red color, juicy texture and sweetness. And in a story from Stephanie Ho, these are just some of the reasons why Americans have a love affair with the popular fruit. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Cattle Producers Learning More About Sustainability
During last week’s Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio, Texas, various issues were discussed including sustainability. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Senior Director of Sustainability, Ashley McDonald, talked with Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman about sustainability and how the U.S. Roundtable for Sustainable Beef (USRSB) is at the forefront of the effort in getting more producers involved. Learn more about these …
Georgia Legislature Working on Budget Issues
Other than working on budget issues, week five of the 2020 session for the Georgia General Assembly was a quiet one. Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President, Will Bentley, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman that all of the attention this week was on the budget. To keep track of activities during the 2020 Legislative Session go to the GAC website. (http://www.ga-agribusiness.org/) …
Eco-Friendly Valentines Day Gift Ideas
Roses are red, violets are blue. Cathy Isom has some Valentines Day gift ideas that are eco-friendly. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re still trying to figure out what to get your sweetie for Valentine’s Day, go ahead and skip the roses this year. You’ll be doing the planet a favor. Unless you’re in Florida or …