University of Florida researcher Tom Burks updates efforts to create a viable over-the-top mechanical harvester that could be used in high-density groves. High-density planting is one aspect of an advanced citrus production system intended to obtain early and high production in the face of greening, or HLB. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. …
Senate Closing in on Final Farm Bill Vote
A final vote on the Senate farm bill could come as early as Thursday – but is more likely next Monday. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid filed cloture on S. 954 late Tuesday evening – with a cloture vote set for 10 o’clock Eastern time Thursday morning. If the 60-vote threshold is met – a vote on final passage would …
Southeast AgNet E-News: Farm Bill; Beef Industry Events; Sunbelt
This week’s issue of Southeast AgNet E-News includes an update on the Farm Bill as well as details regarding some beef industry events and the upcoming Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Day. Want to hear more about these topics? Click here to subscribe today and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …
June Citrus Industry to Address Many Grove Issues
Control of the psyllids that spread HLB, ways to improve fertilization programs, herbicide resistance and blight are among the issues to be addressed in the June issue of Citrus Industry magazine. Editor Ernie Neff has the details. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! …
Bee-ware
Where are the killer bees? Everett Griner ponders this today. 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 Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, …
Alabama NRCS Receives More Funds for StrikeForce Initiative
Alabama NRCS State Conservationist Dr. Bill Puckett says they have recently received more funding through the StrikeForce Initiative. 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 …
Georgia Cotton Commission Supports Continuation of MAP Funding
Among the Farm Bill debate currently happening on the Senate Floor this week is discussion surrounding funding for the Market Access Program. And Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton says they are among those fighting for the continuation of funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
New Florida NRCS State Conservationist Committed to Local Partnerships
New Florida NRCS State Conservationist Russell Morgan says he intends on maintaining and growing their many local and state partnerships. 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, …
Georgia Grown Farmers Showcase Expanding for 2013
Thanks to last year’s success, Georgia Ag Commissioner Gary black says that the Georgia Grown Farmers Showcase is expanding for 2013. 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 …
Putnam Not Expecting Anything to Change Regarding Ethanol Repeal
Even though the 2008 Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act has now been repealed, Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam says that he doesn’t expect anything to change. 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 …