Southeast AgNet This Week: Hoping Avian Flu Is Not an Issue; Peanuts Still Coming In

Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes an interview with the Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture, Gary Black, on avian influenza, as well as information about the lagging peanut harvest. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …

Praises for Provision Saving Federal Crop Insurance

From the House Committee on Agriculture: House Agriculture Committee Chairman, Rep. K. Michael Conaway (R-TX), issued the following statement concerning the inclusion of a critical provision in the Highway Bill conference report that will save Federal Crop Insurance from devastating changes that had been slipped into the Bipartisan Budget Act signed into law last month. “I strongly commend House Speaker …

Students Taking Part in Georgia Beef 101 Tour

On Wednesday, a group of culinary students will get a chance to learn more about the beef industry. Executive vice president of the Georgia Beef Board, Will Bentley, says the board will take these students on a Beef 101 Tour. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted …

Think Florida Beef for Holiday Meal Planning

If you are already looking ahead to meal planning for the holidays, Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council has some ideas for you. Download Audio More information can be found on the Florida Beef Council website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …

Educating Alabama Students about the Beef Industry

Erin Beasley, director of consumer marketing for the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, talks about a recent event where the association was able to help educate a group of students about the beef industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, …

Georgia Hoping Avian Influenza Is Not an Issue

While the poultry industry nationwide has been preparing for the potential return of avian influenza, Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black knows it would be a major challenge if found in the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June …

Peanuts Still Coming In

Peanut harvest is still lagging in some areas as late peanuts are still coming in. Tyron Spearman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, …

Good Weather for Florida Farmers

After seeing quite a bit of rain in some areas of the state, Florida farmers were able to get some work done in the fields this past week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Citrus Irrigation Scheduling Methods Compared

Scheduling citrus tree irrigation based on soil moisture sensors versus evapotranspiration models was addressed by University of Florida researcher Kelly Morgan at a recent irrigation field day. Morgan summarizes the discussion. The late-November field day was hosted by Extension agent Gary England at the Mid Florida Citrus Foundation grove near Winter Garden. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Protecting Children from Identity Theft

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about how Florida parents and guardians can protect their children from identity theft. Download Audio To learn more click, Protect Your Child’s Identity. You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …