Many now realize it will most likely be September before Congress will be able to resolve the WTO dispute over Country of Origin meat labeling. Director of Legislative Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Kent Bacus, says there were efforts to try and make it work through the Highway Bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
USDA NASS Begins Project to Gather Conservation Data
A few farmers and ranchers in Alabama, Florida and Georgia may be contacted by the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (USDA NASS) from now through September as part of a national survey of conservation practices. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of …
New CEU Article in Citrus Industry Magazine
Earn one core continuing education unit (CEU) by reading the Citrus Industry article, “Personal protective equipment: proper use, storage and maintenance,” and passing the accompanying test. The article, authored by University of Florida’s Cami Esmel McAvoy, is now available online and will appear in the August 2015 issue of Citrus Industry magazine. This CEU will be valid for up to …
Citrus Expo Update – Tree Steaming Demonstrations
We’re down to just two weeks until the world’s premier Citrus Expo, August 19-20, at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers. The seminar program this year, “Meeting Challenges. Moving Forward,” will be filled with the latest advancements from researchers, testimonials from growers and engaging group discussions. Our sold-out trade show will be packed with industry professionals ready to …
Beer Product for University of Florida/IFAS Beef
If you were to hear that University of Florida/IFAS researchers were taking a product used for beer to beef animals, it might raise your eyebrow a bit. So Dr. Jack Payne, Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources explains what this effort is all about. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …
FDACS Hosting Webinar on How to Export to Asia
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services will be hosting a webinar on how you can export to Asia this Thursday, August 6. Download Audio To learn more click here. 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 …
Cuban Trade
Everett Griner talks about Cuban trade good for agriculture in today’s Agri View. 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into …
Secretary Vilsack Proclaims August 2-8 National Farmers Market Week
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has declared Aug. 2 through 8, 2015, as “National Farmers Market Week.” The declaration was made official by proclamation signed by Secretary Vilsack. This year marks the 16th annual National Farmers Market Week in honor of the important role that farmers markets play in local economies. Throughout the week, Sponsored …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending July 31, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, Avian Influenza vaccines were discussed during a House Agriculture Subcommittee public hearing this week, diesel prices are at their lowest levels since 2009 which is good news for farmers, but hot, dry weather is really being felt by some dry land crops. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our …
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the Alabama and Georgia cattle market numbers for the week ending July 31st, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for both states. AL: Download Audio GA: 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 …