Drones have now come to agriculture. This new technology will save the producers time and money. Everett Griner tells us how. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida …
Putnam Pitches Cutting Energy Taxes for Businesses, Shoppers
The News Service of Florida, By Jim Turner, The Capital, Tallahassee – Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam wants an annual sales-tax holiday on energy-saving appliances similar to the back-to-school tax holiday. And he said the sales tax on energy used by businesses needs to be trimmed, with the remaining revenue redirected for school construction and maintenance. The two proposals were among …
Governor Commends Citrus Planting Partners
Gov. Rick Scott Monday commended three companies involved in a 25,000-acre orange grove planting agreement announced this spring. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …
The Truth Behind Food Expiration Dates
According to a new report, many consumers have misconceptions about food expiration dates and labels. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture …
Grassroots Involvement Needed in Farm Bill Process
While the battle over a government shutdown has been the big news today, those involved in agricultural are still waiting for something to transpire with the farm bill. Kristina Butts with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association talks about how important it is for producers to still be involved in the process. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support …
Farmers Advised to Pay Extra Attention to Foreign Materials in Cotton
With cotton harvest picking up steam, Georgia Cotton Commission executive director Richey Seaton reminds growers to keep a close eye on foreign materials in their cotton. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida …
NRCS Values Strong Partnership With Farmers and Ranchers
USDA’s NRCS Chief Jason Weller says that they would not be successful in their mission without the assistance and cooperation from farmers and ranchers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares …
Grower Facing Criminal Charges in Foodborne Outbreak
For the first time a grower is facing criminal charges in relation to a foodborne illness outbreak, with federal charges filed against cantaloupe growers concerning the 2011 cantaloupe-related listeria outbreak that killed at least 33 people and sickened 147 in 28 states. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida …
Some Progress on the Farm Bill
While a new farm bill is not going to be ready when the current extension expires later tonight, at least there was some progress this past week as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work …
Possible Government Shutdown Affecting Agriculture
With the current extension of the 2008 Farm Bill set to expire at midnight, most everyone involved in agriculture is waiting to see what Congress will do in the process of getting a new bill finalized. But obviously the big news on this last day of the month is a possible government shutdown. And if it does happen, Sponsored ContentFlorida …