Consumers are never too young to learn about the benefits of ethanol. The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) has developed an “Ethanol in the Classroom” course, providing a fun and interactive way for students to learn about the renewable fuel. The e-Learning program is broken down into three levels: Grades 3-5, Grades 6-8, and Grades 9-12. After selecting the appropriate level, …
Florida Forever Ready for Senate Approval
A measure to set aside $100 million a year through the Florida Forever land-preservation program moved a step closer Wednesday to Senate approval. According to a story from the News Service of Florida, the Florida Senate positioned the bill (SB 370) for a vote next week. It would use money from a 2014 voter-approved constitutional amendment aimed at increasing land …
Secretary Perdue Announces USDA’s 2018 Farm Bill Principles
Wednesday, Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue unveiled USDA’s 2018 Farm Bill and Legislative Principles. Stephanie Ho has the details. Secretary Perdue Announces USDA’s 2018 Farm Bill Principles Read more on Secretary Perdue’s announcement of the 2018 Farm Bill and legislative Principles. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Cattle Industry Meeting Next Week
Cattle producers from not only here in the Southeast, but from across the country will be in Phoenix, Arizona next week for the 2018 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show. Southeast AgNet will be there and our coverage will be brought to you by GrazonNext HL from Dow AgroSciences. GrazonNext HL herbicide gives you a simple, lasting solution for …
Georgia Organics Conference & Expo Coming in 3 Weeks
Farmers, consumers and those interested in the organics industry are invited to attend the Georgia Organics Conference & Expo, February 16-17 in Augusta, GA. Michael Wall, director of farmer services at Georgia Organics, has more details. Georgia Organics Conference & Expo Coming in 3 Weeks Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …
Wiregrass Cotton Expo Set for February 2
Southeast cotton growers are encouraged to attend the 2018 Wiregrass Cotton Expo, February 2 at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds in Dothan, Alabama. The free event will include an exhibitor show and various cotton management presentations from Alabama Extension specialists, seed companies, Florida’s state climatologist and the Alabama Cotton Commission. The luncheon speaker will be Dr. Don Shurley, extension economist …
Dairy Production Forecast Up, Price Forecast Down for 2018
USDA’s latest look at dairy shows trends of more production and lower prices for the next 12 months. Rod Bain has more information. Dairy Production Forecast Up, Price Forecast Down for 2018 Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
How to Build Your Own Tomato Cages
If you would like the very best tasting tomatoes you can grow, Cathy Isom has a few great tips about how to build your own tomato cages. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. How to Build Your Own Tomato Cages There is no better taste than your own home grown tomatoes. So why not give your garden the …
New York Times: How NAFTA Shapes Beer, Bacon and Blue Jeans Trade
The New York Times recently outlined what the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) means for three items notorious for their association with American culture. Combined, what should be considered for a country song title, the article details the cross-border trade of beer, bacon and blue jeans. The article notes that a change in trade policy could change the future …
Partnership Formed to Improve U.S. Water Quality
A new partnership seeks to assess agricultural practices and strategies to further improve water quality in the United States. The Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, along with the Sand County Foundation, the Noble Research Institute and Farm Foundation, launched the National Agricultural Water Quality Practice Assessment this week. The groups say the assessment seeks to better understand how …