Alabama Association of Conservation Districts Holding Meeting

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, General, Livestock

The annual Alabama Association of Conservation Districts Meeting in taking place in Orange Beach, Alabama as those involved in conservation efforts across the state are in attendance. I was able to chat with AACD President Sue Gaines, from Monroe County, Alabama about this event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture …

Cost of Thanksgiving for 2013

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Poultry

The results of American Farm Bureau’s Annual Thanksgiving Dinner survey reveal a slight decrease in the cost of the feast for 2013. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Immigration Likely to Wait Until 2014

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Citing a lack of calendar time, The National Republican Congressional Committee Chairman Greg Walden has said that the House would likely pass immigration reform legislation by the end of next year. And Florida Congressman Steve Southerland agrees, as he gives his thoughts on the issue. Download Audio Listen to Southerland’s complete interview here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical …

Southeast Receives Rural Housing Grants

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Alabama, Florida and Georgia will see dollars come into their states to help with rural housing issues, as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

More Concerns Regarding Food Safety and Modernization Act Rules

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Several groups have submitted comments regarding two proposed rules under the Food Safety and Modernization Act. Download Audio The comment period has been extended a week to November 22, 2013. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida …

Lynetta Griner Named 2013 Women of the Year in Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Florida, Forestry, General

Tallahassee, FL – Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam announced today that Lynetta Griner has been named the 2013 Women of the Year in Agriculture. The award, now in its 29th year, recognizes women who have made outstanding contributions to Florida agriculture. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle …

RFS Proposal Creates Concerns Regarding Future of Advanced Biofuels

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

The newly proposed Renewable Fuels Standard volumes for 2014 would put cellulosic biofuel at 17-million gallons and advanced biofuel at 2.2-billion gallons. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Kubota Offering New Line of Hay Equipment

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock

Kubota is proud to introduce their new line of Hay Tool Implements. David Palmer, Senior Product Manager of Implements, said Kubota is very competitive with with other brands of hay tools. Download Audio For more information simply go to Kubota.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Citrus Commission Tops Calendar

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

A seasonal economic outlook and updates to a 100 percent OJ Nutrition marketing plan are on the Florida Citrus Commission’s Wednesday agenda. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on My Florida Farm Weather

Randall Weiseman FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Weather

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about “My Florida Farm Weather” — a new program that allows growers to get real-time local weather data from their computers or smartphones. More information is available online by clicking on New Farm Weather Program. To get real-time local weather data, click on My Florida Farm Weather. Download …