The latest installment of an annual report from the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences reveals some good news about the state’s economy – from 2007 to 2016, the portion of Florida’s Gross State Product (GSP) generated by agriculture, natural resources and food industries grew at a faster rate than the state’s total GSP, a statistic commonly …
USDA Announces Investment to Expand Markets for Specialty Crop and Other Farmers
Under Secretary Greg Ibach announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing $102.7 million to increase opportunities for farmers, ranchers and other growers across the country through five grant programs. The funding supports a variety of locally-led projects intended to expand markets for local food promotion and specialty crops. “Every state has agricultural priorities that contribute to the …
Change Important for Auburn College of Agriculture
In today’s world we are seeing constant change. According to Paul Patterson, Dean of Auburn University’s College of Agriculture and Director of the Alabama Agriculture Experiment Station, it’s important for them to keep up with those changes. Change Important for Auburn College of Agriculture Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Florida Youth Institute Challenging High School Students
The University of Florida (UF) has enjoyed seeing skyrocketing enrollment in its College of Agricultural and Life Sciences. The Florida Youth Institute was developed to make sure UF produces enough graduates to fill job vacancies, says Jack Payne, UF senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources. Florida Youth Institute Challenging High School Students Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Georgia Cotton Commission Chairman on Crop
The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) invests many dollars each year in research efforts. During the recent University of Georgia Cotton and Peanut Research Field Day in Tifton, GCC Chairman Bart Davis talked about those research efforts and how the crop looks in his area. Georgia Cotton Commission Chairman on Crop Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation is now accepting scholarship applications from high school seniors looking to head to college next year. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Executive Vice President Erin Beasley encourages eligible students to apply. Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Accepting Scholarship Applications Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Florida Beef Council Working with Registered Dietician
When the Florida Beef Council (FBC) met last month, it heard a report from Sarah Krieger, a registered dietician who works with the council on a contract basis. FBC CEO Jim Handley said the council has been talking with her about possibly doing some work with medical students at the University of Central Florida in Orlando. Florida Beef Council Working …
Training Georgia Collegiate Beef Teams
With a new school year underway, the Georgia Beef Board is once again putting together its collegiate beef teams. Kaytlyn Malia says the board is working with students at both Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and the University of Georgia. Training Georgia Collegiate Beef Teams Image credit: Georgia Beef Board / Spicy Cheeseburger Sliders / Get the recipe Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
Celebrating National Cheeseburger Day
Break out the grill and grab the buns. Cathy Isom lets you know why you’ll want to get your hands on America’s favorite sandwich today. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Celebrating National Cheeseburger Day America’s favorite sandwich – the hamburger – with a slice of cheese – and all of the trimmings – is being honored today. It’s …
U.S. Continues Demand for Dairy Fix in NAFTA
The United States still demands a dairy fix in the North American Free Trade Agreement, but Canada still wants to protect its dairy industry. While Canada may be ready to give some concessions on dairy market access, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and his allies have strong political motivations to stand firm. A trade lawyer told Politico this week that much …