New CEU Article in Citrus Industry Magazine

Tacy Callies Citrus, Florida

Earn one Core continuing education unit (CEU) by reading the Citrus Industry article, “Pesticide law,” and passing the accompanying test. The article, authored by University of Florida’s Stephen H. Futch, is now available online and will appear in the May issue of Citrus Industry magazine. This CEU will be available until April 30, 2014. Earn your CEU here. Sponsored ContentFlorida …

Still Waiting on Correct Soil Temps

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Georgia, Peanuts

In many areas of the Southeast, soil temperatures are still not quite where they need to be before planting peanuts. But as Tyron Spearman reports, they are getting close. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds …

Continue Celebrating Earth Day with Florida NRCS Earth Day Event

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

The official date of Earth Day may have already past, but Mimi Williams, Florida NRCS state agronomist and plant materials specialist, encourages folks to continue to celebrate, by joining them for their annual Earth Day event on May 10, 2013. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The …

Trans Pacific Partnership Could be Beneficial for Domestic Textile Industry

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Georgia

Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton says they have relayed their thoughts to lawmakers regarding the importance of the Trans Pacific Partnership to the cotton industry and more specifically the domestic textile sector. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle …

Border Sprays Could Help Prevent Stink Bugs From Crossing Over

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans

Research has found that cotton fields adjacent to either peanuts or soybeans tend to have more stink bugs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Alabama NRCS Promoting the Benefits of Long Leaf Pine

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Forestry, USDA-NRCS

Alabama NRCS State Forester Tim Albritton says there are several reasons why they continue to promote Long Leaf Pine through their Long Leaf Pine Initiative. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and …

Drought and Salinity Major Factors in Oyster Decline

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops

A recently released report shows that it is not oil harming the oyster populations in the Apalachicola Bay, but drought and increased salinity in the bay contributing to the dramatic drop-off in oyster landings. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, …

A Course Correction for Produce Food Price Inflation

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A USDA Economist explains why what appears to be a large increase in fruit and vegetable prices isn’t as large as it seems. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch …

Florida Agriculture-500 Years in the Making: Origins of Florida’s Cracker Cattle

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, General, Livestock

As part of a series of features called “Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making,” Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the origins of Florida’s Cracker Cattle. Download Audio Click Here to hear Putnam tell numerous other interesting stories about Florida’s agricultural history. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on Charitable Contributions

Randall Weiseman FL Commissioner Report, Florida, General

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam, talks about charitable giving in the aftermath of a tragedy or disaster. All charities soliciting within the state of Florida (excluding religious, educational and governmental entities) are required to register and file financial information with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. To check whether or not a …