WASHINGTON, DC–January 27, 2014–National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) President Earl Garber praised Farm Bill conferees for their leadership in passing a strong conference report out of committee. “The conference report is evidence of a strong, bipartisan understanding of the true value that conservation brings to the landscape and to the Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The …
Patrick Smith, Beloved Author of “A Land Remembered” Remembered
It is with a heavy heart we report that Patrick Smith, beloved by so many as the author of several novels about Florida, has passed. Smith is legendary in Florida agricultural circles for his acclaimed book, “A Land Remembered”. In its entertaining novel format, it tells the story of Florida’s true history that the vast majority of residents and visitors …
Citrus to Get $125 Million for Research
$125 million in federal funding for research into combating and eradicating citrus greening disease, or HLB, is on the way to passing Congress, U.S. Sen. Bill Nelson of Florida announced Monday afternoon. Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks, who has worked with Nelson to obtain the funding for years, reacts and offers more details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud …
Increased Interest in Peanut Contracts
Due to a rise last week in peanut contract prices being offered, there has been an increase in interest. Tyron Spearman has that story along with a reminder about a variety of meetings going on this week in Georgia and the annual Alabama-Florida Peanut Show in Dothan. Contracts: Download Audio Meetings: Download Audio Peanut Show: Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers …
Cattle Industry Convention is Next Week
The 2014 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show is coming up next week, as it will take place in Nashville, Tennessee February 4-7. Attendees going through the trade show will be able to take in two educational areas, including Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial …
Well-Run CHMAs Have Low Citrus Psyllid Numbers
The psyllids that spread HLB are “significantly reduced” in well-run Citrus Health Management Areas (CHMAs), says Brandon Page, CHMA program assistant. Page also tells where to find the CHMA website and what can be found on it. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For …
Fresh Items at Retail Key to Growing Exports to Caribbean
U.S. beef and beef variety meat exports to the Caribbean last year were slightly below the 2012 pace, while U.S. pork and pork variety meat exports enjoyed a nice increase over 2012. With more, here is Joe Schuele with the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, …
Some Surprises for Livestock Analysts
For some livestock analysts, there were a few surprises in Friday’s USDA Cattle on Feed report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman GeneticsMay 15, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on Florida State Fair
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the upcoming Florida State Fair, February 6 th through the 17th in Tampa. More information is available online at FloridaStateFair.com. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, …
Farm Bill Agreement Possible This Week
Agriculture has been waiting and waiting for a new 5-year Farm Bill. But according to a report from Tyron Spearman, an agreement to get one finally put together could take place yet this week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through The Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, …