Citrus Growers Reminded to Report ‘Escape Trees’

Citrus growers who have trees that have escaped symptoms of HLB in areas of high disease pressure are asked to tell their Extension agents about them. Such trees might hold a key to solving HLB. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click here to contact Farm Credit of Florida …

Career Starts

Everett Griner tells us today how the 2013 college grads are ready to start their careers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Peanut Loan Rates Announced as Posted Price Holds Steady

New peanut loan rates have been announced, as Tyron Spearman runs through those, along with an update concerning peanut prices. Loan: Download Audio Price: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers …

Georgia Cotton Commission Pleased with Acreage Report

USDA’s recent acreage report showed cotton acres across the belt this year would be down 17%. But Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton is pleased to to see the numbers in their state this year are actually up. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …

NRCS EWP Projects from 2011 Storm Now Complete

Alabama NRCS State Conservationist Dr. Bill Puckett says they recently wrapped up their work with various sponsors in the state concerning clean-up efforts after the storms from two years ago. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle …

Florida NRCS Works with Partners

Chad George, State Rangeland Management Specialist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida, talks about how they work with various partners to implement their various programs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

Health Care Reform: FFVA Urges Farmers to Get Ready

Health care reform change forces postponement for FFVA meetings Wednesday 0703/13 The Obama administration unexpectedly announced Tuesday evening that it is delaying the employer mandate under the Affordable Care Act until 2015, forcing FFVA to postpone its series of meetings at several locations July 8-11 on the topic. The Treasury Department is expected to release formal guidance soon. You can …

2013 Alabama Best Steak Contest is Underway

The 2013 Alabama Best Steak Contest is underway, and Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association said they’ve made a few changes to this year’s promotion which she hopes consumers will have fun with. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through …

Florida Beef Council Working with ProStart Teachers

ProStart works with high school students looking to enter the food service industry, and Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council said it’s important for them to be involved so beef will be a product these students will feel comfortable using throughout their careers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …

Georgia Beef Promotions Roll from June to July

When it comes to beef promotional events in Georgia, Suzanne Black with the Georgia Beef Board said even though it’s following June Beef Month, July will be a big month too. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida …