More Winter Farmers Markets Opening More Market Opportunities for Farmers

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The USDA National farmers Market Directory is now boasting 1864 winter farmers markets, something that Arthur Neal, USDA deputy administrator for Transportation and Marketing Programs, says is giving farmers expanded market access for their 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 Florida …

Army Corps Taking First Step to Maintain River Navigation on Mississippi

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

Without significant rainfall, the National Weather Service is predicting that portions of the Mississippi River could fall to a depth of 9 feet late this month, at which point the U.S. Coast Guard says further restrictions on barges may be necessary. An action that would leave seven-million tons of ag products worth 2.3-billion dollars at risk. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida …

Citrus Industry eNews: Are You Prepared for a Citrus Freeze?

Tacy Callies Citrus, Florida

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Steps to Take When a Citrus Freeze is Imminent

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

Multi-county citrus Extension agent Chris Oswalt discusses the active cold protection measures Florida growers can employ during a freeze, and offers some tips. 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! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida …

Nuts to You

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Big nut crops of all kinds are everywhere in 2012. Will this help the price of nuts to consumers? Everett Griner tells us. 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 …

Florida Citrus Growers Launching Branded Tangerine Product with Conservation Mission

Tacy Callies Citrus, Florida

Two well-known Florida citrus growers are launching a branded tangerine product aimed at getting healthy snacks to children while saving an endangered species. Lake Wales growers Vic Story and Marty McKenna have created the LEGEND OF SUN LION Florida Tangerines brand for the 2012-2013 season. The new venture is pledging 10% of company net profits to Florida panther conservation efforts. …

Real Christmas Tree Sales Showing Promise

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Forestry, General, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

Real Christmas tree growers have been losing the sales to artificial tree manufacturers for quite some time. But Rick Dungey with the National Christmas Tree Association says it seems that trend may be shifting. 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 …

Media Reports on Sugar, Calories in Juice Concern Citrus Growers

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

Florida Citrus Mutual’s directors hear much about negative media reports concerning the amount of sugar and calories in fruit juice. They endorse a Florida Department of Citrus plan to be more proactive in the effort to counteract such reports. More details are in this report. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll …

Ag Exports Up and Imports Down for First Month of 2013 Fiscal Year

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Pork, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The first month of the new fiscal year had agricultural exports hitting a record high. 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 Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, …

Beef Checkoff Helps to Increase Consumer Demand

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

In this week’s “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by the beef checkoff, Dale Williamson from Wilcox County, Alabama is a true believer in the checkoff and hopes cattle producers realize why their support is needed. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and …