There is only one week remaining for beef and dairy producers to become Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) certified for free online. Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. will pick up the $25-$50 online training fee for every person who signs up for BQA training by April 15th. Melissa Jackson has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
Foreign Vegetables
Imported vegetables are affecting our American farmers. Everett Griner talks about why foreign-grown vegetables threaten our producers. 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
Climate Change Wine
Scientists are learning that climate change may actually be producing better wine. Cathy Isom tells us how climate change could be a good thing for wine lovers. 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 …
Scott Signs ‘Legacy Florida’ for Everglades, Springs
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By JIM TURNER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, April 7, 2016………. Gov. Rick Scott on Thursday signed a bill known as “Legacy Florida” that opens a tap of cash to help restore the Everglades, the state’s natural springs and Lake Apopka. The measure (HB 989), which was a priority of legislative leaders and had the support …
ACA Offers $1,000 Reward for Aide in Mid State Stockyards Cattle Theft Investigation
From the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association: MONTGOMERY, Ala. — The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is offering a $1,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of the man who stole 18 head of cattle from Mid State Stockyards during the early morning hours of April 6. As a member of the ACA, Mid State Stockyards in Letohatchee falls under …
USDA Provides Nutritious U.S. Peanuts in Humanitarian Effort for Haiti
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing nutritious U.S. peanuts in humanitarian effort for Haiti. Tyron Spearman has the details. 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 …
Feed a Bee Program Helping Pollinators
Bayer is gearing up to make a significant impact on pollinator health in 2016 by planting more forage and spreading the word about the importance of pollinators through their Feed a Bee program. 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 …
NCBA to Hold Legislative Conference
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association will hold their Legislative Conference next week in Washington, D.C. The event is an opportunity for producers to spend some time meeting with key congressional and agency influencers to discuss issues of importance to the industry. Colin Woodall, NCBA vice president of government affairs, says they are excited about the annual event. Download Audio Sponsored …
Hoping Congress Does Not Wait to Pass TPP
While the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade deal has been reached by the member nations, we are all waiting for U.S. congressional approval. But there are some who feel that beings this is an election year, not much action is expected until after all of that is done. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO, Phillip Seng, hopes that is …
EPA Proposal to Approve Dicamba use on GE Soybeans and Cotton
If an EPA proposal to approve Dicamba for use on genetically engineered soybeans and cotton is approved, growers would have a new tool at their disposal. EPA said weeds are becoming increasingly resistant to glyphosate-based herbicides, and the availability of dicamba will help reduce the spread of glyphosate-resistant weeds. The comment period on the EPA proposal ends April 30. Sponsored …