ORRTANNA, Pa., May 1, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that applications are now being accepted for new, landmark conservation initiatives created by the 2014 Farm Bill. The programs will provide up to $386 million to help farmers restore wetlands, protect working agriculture lands, support outdoor recreation activities and boost the economy. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …
More Funds Allocated for Biocontrol of Citrus Greening
More funds have been allocated towards biocontrol efforts of the HLB-spreading Asian citrus psyllid. Denise Feiber, public information director with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Citrus Industry This Week: Coping with HLB; Thermotherapy; Labor Update
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes information from CRDF on greening, a report from the citrus thermotherapy field day and a labor update. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe free and view the current issue. Click here to subscribe to the monthly Citrus Industry magazine. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …
U.S. Court of Appeals to Hear COOL Case May 19
A lawsuit was filed by meat and livestock groups in the U.S., Canada and Mexico challenging USDA’s rule that requires country of origin labeling for meat products. And the U.S. Court of Appeals is scheduled to hear that case on May 19. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
TTIP Negotiations Delayed by SPS Issues
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says disagreements regarding sanitary and phytosanitary standards are delaying U.S.-EU Transatlantic Trade and Investment Partnership negotiations. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers …
House Ag Subcommittee Holds Hearing on State of Livestock Industry
A House Ag Subcommittee hearing was held yesterday concerning the state of livestock industry. Some of the topics discussed included Country of Origin Labeling, Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus and the RFS. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
New Citrus Industry CEU Article
Earn one Core continuing education unit (CEU) by reading the Citrus Industry article, “Pest management methods,” and passing the accompanying test. The article, authored by University of Florida’s Stephen H. Futch, is now available online and will appear in the May issue of Citrus Industry magazine. This CEU will be valid for up to one year from the publication date. …
Greening Affects Roots Before Leaves
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Although citrus greening enters trees through their leaves, University of Florida researchers have discovered that the deadly disease attacks roots long before the leaves show signs of damage – a finding that may help growers better care for trees while scientists work to find a cure. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in …
Farmland Now in Theaters; Features Georgia Poultry Farmer
The full-length documentary, Farmland, aims to take an intimate look at the lives of farmers and ranchers in their 20s, all of whom are now responsible for running their farming business. One of those featured in the film is Georgia poultry producer Leighton Cooly. Farmland Film in Theaters: Download Audio Georgia Poultry Farmer Featured in Farmland: Download Audio For viewing …
Thermotherapy Field Day Draws Much Citrus Industry Interest
A citrus thermotherapy field day Wednesday, hosted by the USDA Fort Pierce facility and sponsored by the Citrus Research and Development Foundation, drew nearly 200 growers and citrus industry members. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …