Sam Ard, Director of Governmental Affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, talks about one bill being discussed during the Florida legislative session that’s of major importance to cattle producers in the state. Download Audio For more information on next week’s legislative meetings, go to the Florida Cattlemen’s Association website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work …
Poor Argentina Peanut Crop Might Help U.S. Prices
There are no changes to peanut contracts this week, but Tyron Spearman reports if poor weather conditions continue in Argentina, they could end up with a much smaller crop which might eventually affect peanut prices here at home. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares …
USDA Priorities Hinging on Need for Five-Year Farm Bill
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack laid out several priorities during his speech at last week’s Commodity Classic, but said all of the work depends on the completion of a five-year Farm Bill. 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, …
Growers Break Records Again at 2013 Commodity Classic
ST. LOUIS (March 7, 2013) – Attendance records continue to be broken at Commodity Classic. This year, record attendance totaled 6,214, including a record number of 3,324 corn, soybean, wheat and sorghum growers. There were also 1,078 first-time non-exhibitor attendees, another record set. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, …
Unexpected Cold Temps Damage Sweet Corn and Bean Crop
An unexpected freeze that hit South Florida the overnight hours of March 4th has damaged both the sweet corn and bean crop. 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 …
Vilsack Says Furloughs Won’t Compromise Food Safety
During a hearing with House Ag Committee Republicans this week, possible furloughs of meat inspectors was discussed as U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said these furloughs will not compromise the safety of meat and poultry products. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of …
Citrus Grower Newlin on HLB and its Management
Orange-Co Vice President Jerry Newlin, final speaker at Wednesday’s HLB grower day in Lake Alfred, tells how his company manages for HLB. He also shares his view of the industry’s struggle with the disease, and tells what HLB research appears most promising. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click …
Tomato Suspension Agreement Webinar
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), Agricultural Marketing Service’s (AMS) Fruit and Vegetable Program and the U.S. Department of Commerce’s (USDOC), International Trade Administration (ITA) will host a free, interactive webinar on the newly amended Tomato Suspension Agreement. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares …
Alabama Junior Beef Expo to Broadcast State Show Online
The annual Alabama Jr. Beef Expo & Southeastern Livestock Exposition officially kicks off today at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery, Alabama and it was announced this morning that you will be able to see the 2013 Alabama Junior Beef Expo on your laptop, desktop, mobile phone or tablet computer. Thanks to a unique Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion …
Citrus Industry eNews: HLB and Root Health; Grower Optimism
If you would like to receive this eNews directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive sponsor: YaraLiva – Deliver More Profits Pound For Pound DON’T MISS THIS HLB and Citrus Tree Root Health Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle …