Pesticides Just One Piece of Pie for Colony Collapse Disorder

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops

David Westervelt with the Florida Department of Agriculture says here recently the discussion surrounding Colony Collapse Disorder has been focused on pesticides, but he notes that the issue is just not that simple. Download Audio For more information regarding honeybees listen to the complete interview with FDAC’s David Westervelt. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work …

Schirard: Solution to HLB Needed Fast

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

Recent Florida Citrus Hall of Fame inductee Brantley Schirard was at the March 6 HLB grower day in Lake Alfred, where scientists summarized international research on HLB. In this report, Schirard tells why he was at the meeting and what he learned, and says an HLB solution is needed quickly. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s …

Alabama Cattlemen Welcome Temple Grandin

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, General, Livestock

The 70th annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show is coming up this Friday and Saturday in Birmingham, and they are pleased to welcome Temple Grandin as one of their guest speakers. Download Audio For more information go to the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef …

More Beef Cuts Certified by American Heart Association

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

It was announced this week by the Beef Checkoff Program that three additional fresh beef cuts have been certified to display the American Heart Association’s Heart-Check mark. Georgia Beef Board’s Josh White said this is great news for the beef industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, …

Georgia Cotton Commission Programs Reaffirmed with 93% Vote

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Georgia

The Georgia Cotton Commission, in business since 1965, was reaffirmed in the referendum held February 4 through March 5, 2013. A total of 3,507 ballots were mailed, with 1,020 returned, representing 29% grower participation. Of those returned, 93% voted “yes.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares …

Florida Beef Council Promoting MBA Program

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Livestock

This Thursday, March 21st, Florida beef and dairy producers are being urged to take part in the Masters of Beef Advocacy program. Florida Beef Council’s Ashley Hughes says they will be conducting this program at their office in Kissimmee. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator …

Dollar Foods

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Everett Griner tells us about a challenge to supermarkets. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

Beets for Biofuels

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Florida, General, Georgia

New research is looking at the potential of winter-grown, energy beets for biofuel usage here in the Southeast. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To …

Neither House nor Senate Budget Proposals Particularly Good for Ag

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

With the recent release of both the Senate and House budget proposals, we take a quick look at how the numbers bode for agriculture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle …