The 2015 Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Trade Show continues today in San Antonio, Texas. And unfortunately while not all issues discussed are positive Jennifer Houston, Vice Chairman of the Federation of State Beef Councils, does pass along good news for the beef industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps …
Alabama Producer Benefits from USDA Programs
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack held a media conference call Thursday to provide a one-year progress report on the implementation of the 2014 Farm Bill which was signed by President Barack Obama on February 7, 2014. One of the featured guests on the call was Edgar Pruitt, an Alabama farmer who has worked with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama …
Florida Woman Presented the Swan Family Leadership Award
From the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association: SAN ANTONIO, TEXAS (Feb. 6, 2015) – JoAnn Smith of Micanopy, Fla., was awarded the Swan Family Leadership Award at the Best of Beef Breakfast in San Antonio, Texas, Feb. 6, 2015. This award recognizes worthy individuals who have made a difference during a lifetime of dedication and leadership to the beef industry. Smith …
Watch for this Citrus Disease during Bloom Season
An old citrus nemesis re-emerged last year in Florida; University of Florida researcher Megan Dewdney tells what it is and why growers should scout for it during bloom season. 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 …
Georgia Agribusiness Council Meets with Legislators
The Georgia Agribusiness Council held their annual meeting and their state legislative breakfast this past week in Atlanta. GAC President Bryan Tolar says they were able to meet with state legislators to discuss agriculture. 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 …
Aging Farmer Population Poses Big Problems for Future
One concern for many in agriculture is how the average age of farmers continues to rise. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says a problem for agriculture is easing the way for new farmers to take over as thousands of farmers near the end of their working life. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …
Georgia Peanut Commission Research Report Day is Wednesday
The Georgia Peanut Commission will hold their annual Research Report Day next Wednesday, February 11. Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio The agenda for the GPC Research Report Day is available online at www.gapeanuts.com. 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 …
USDA Seeking Comments on EQIP
USDA is seeking public comment on how it intends to improve the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, or EQIP, one of USDA’s largest conservation programs. But that comment period ends next week on February 10th. To make a comment go to www.regulations.gov. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Food Safety
Everett Griner talks about our food reserves being properly protected 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
NCBA President Pleased with Past Year
The 2015 Cattle Industry Convention and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Trade Show has been a busy event with cattlemen and women from across the country in San Antonio for the annual event. Victoria, Texas cattleman, Bob McCan, will see his year as NCBA President end this Saturday. A year he has truly enjoyed. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly …