Governor Commends Citrus Planting Partners

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

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 Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

The Truth Behind Food Expiration Dates

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia, Pork, Poultry

According to a new report, many consumers have misconceptions about food expiration dates and labels. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support …

Grassroots Involvement Needed in Farm Bill Process

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

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 Significant …

Farmers Advised to Pay Extra Attention to Foreign Materials in Cotton

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Field Crops, Georgia

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 Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks …

NRCS Values Strong Partnership With Farmers and Ranchers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Vegetables

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 Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move …

Grower Facing Criminal Charges in Foodborne Outbreak

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

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 Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers …

Some Progress on the Farm Bill

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts

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 Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment …

Possible Government Shutdown Affecting Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Seeds, Specialty Crops

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 …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on National Farm to School Month

Randall Weiseman FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about how National Farm to School Month celebrates efforts to connect schools and local farmers to get more fresh fruits and vegetables into school cafeterias. Information about the Florida Farm to School program is available online by clicking on Farm to School FAQ. Download Audio You can follow …

Pecan Scab

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Excessive rain has damaged this year’s pecan crop. Everett Griner tells us what this means for the consumer. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …