THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – By Brandon Larrabee THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, March 7, 2013…….A House panel unanimously approved a bill to update the restoration plan for the Everglades over the objections of environmental groups Thursday, setting the stage for what could be a complicated battle over the next phase of repairs for the “River of Grass.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …
New YouTube Series Promotes Animal Wellness on Modern Farms
Twelve veterinarians and farmers from several states are speaking out for responsible livestock farming by allowing a film crew to document their work. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch 27, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, …
Florida Cattlemen Ready for Legislative Session
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril …
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About …
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch 27, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida …
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch 27, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley …
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch …
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 Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About …