The University of Florida/IFAS Department of Animal Sciences is hosting the Florida Beef Cattle Short Course this week in Gainesville. Southeast AgNet’s Josh McGill is there and had a chance to talk with Dr. Matt Hersom about what all is being discussed at the annual event. Download Audio
Agriculture Groups Push for FOIA Exemption
Language exempting checkoff programs from federal public records law was added to the pending Fiscal Year 2017 Ag Appropriations bill after a coalition of agriculture groups lobbied for the addition. Download Audio
UGA Researcher Emphasizes Importance of Soil Testing
University of Georgia Extension Soil Scientist Dr. Glen Harris, reminds farmers that soil testing is important no matter what crop you are growing. Download Audio
Low-grade Avian Influenza Discovered in Missouri
A low-grade avian influenza was found at a Missouri Turkey farm has led to federal officials culling 39,000 turkeys at the facility. Download Audio
Citrus Industry This Week: HLB Funding and Research; CEU Article
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes information on the latest HLB research funding from the U.S. Department of Agriculture as well as an opportunity to earn one core continuing education unit. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe. Click here to subscribe to the monthly Citrus Industry magazine. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …
Conservation Innovation Grant Proposals due May 10
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) wants to remind those interested that up to $20 million in competitive grants through the Conservation Innovation Grants program are available. But applications for CIG projects are due by May 10. Download Audio
Winters Warmer Temperatures a Boost for Some Georgia Watermelon Farmers
Winter’s mild temperatures and sunny days helped some Georgia watermelon farmers keep from falling behind with their plantings this spring. Download Audio
El Niño Diminishing?
Everett Griner talks about El Niño beginning to diminish in today’s Agri View. Download Audio 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 Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Therapy for Veterans
Life on the farm is being used as therapy for a variety of people, especially combat veterans, suffering from both physical and emotional trauma. Cathy Isom tells us how farms are helping veterans work, learn and heal. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
More Florida Land Deals to Be Considered
Next Tuesday, Governor Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet will be asked to consider a pair of land deals that would cost the state about $6.6 million, keep nearly 3,800 acres in Osceola County from new development and allow ranch operations to continue on the properties. Download Audio