Since man has planted the first field weeds and grasses have been a problem Everett Griner talks about the challenge of Palmer Amaranth (Scientific name: Amaranthus palmeri) in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Photo: Palmer Amaranth (Amaranthus palmeri). Photo courtesy of USDA Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted …
Daily Exercise Program
For many of us, a daily exercise programs starts first thing in the morning. But even if you have a good workout for at least a half hour or longer, that doesn’t mean you’re done for the day. In part 3 of her series on Fitness Health Cathy Isom explains why it’s important to keep our body moving all day, …
Protecting Backyard Poultry from Avian Influenza
Nationwide, the poultry industry is preparing for the potential return of avian influenza. And while avian influenza can have large economic impacts on commercial poultry and egg production, backyard poultry owners can also be affected. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has several recommendations on how you can help prevent your backyard birds from getting sick, and help stop the spread of …
Trade Team Talks Peanuts in Japan
A group representing the U.S. peanut industry recently made a trip to Japan to talk about exporting more of our peanuts to that country. Tyron Spearman has the details. 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 …
Issues Management Side of Beef Checkoff
In our weekly “Getting to know your beef checkoff”, brought to you by your beef checkoff, Roger Butler from Loredo, Florida discusses the importance of the issues management side of the checkoff. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff, go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
Keeping Cotton Competitive
Cotton growers depend on others in the industry to sell the product they grow each year. And while there is competition Kim Kitchings, Vice President of Corporate Strategy for Cotton Incorporated, explains how they work to keep cotton garments competitive with other fibers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
UF/IFAS Researchers Get Grant to Study Organic Strawberry Production
Thanks to a new $2 million federal grant, researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (IFAS) will address production constraints for organic strawberry producers. 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 …
Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Conference is Next Week
The annual Alabama Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association’s conference and tradeshow is coming up next week, November 19-20 at the Clanton Conference and Performing Arts Center in Clanton, Alabama. This year’s conference will feature bus tours to local farms on Thursday November 19, and will provide an in-depth hands on learning experience for growers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
A Veterans Day Note to USDA Employees from Secretary Vilsack
Secretary Vilsack shared his thoughts on Veterans Day with USDA employees, many of whom are veterans themselves: Dear Employees, I’d like to take a moment to honor the men and women of our military. Every day, they confront and triumph over those that threaten our national security in order to keep us safe. America’s veterans embody the values that stand …
Egg Industry Not Yet Recovered from Effects of Avian Influenza
The latest numbers on egg production show continued lower output from effects of avian influenza. Gary Crawford has more information. 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, …