NCBA: Study Confirms Beef’s Role in a Heart-Healthy Diet —Study Concludes Beef Can Improve Cholesterol Levels by 10 Percent WASHINGTON (Dec. 15, 2011) – In a first of its kind study, researchers at The Pennsylvania State University demonstrated that eating beef everyday as part of a heart-healthy diet can improve cholesterol levels. Texas medical doctor and cattleman Richard Thorpe said …
Improving the Poinsettia
If you are looking to pick up a nice poinsettia this time in the holiday season your selection will most likely be limited. But Extension Horticulture Expert Rebecca Schnelle explains how her research is trying to change that. Download Audio
Ag Income Outlook Looks Good
USDA’s latest report shows the overall financial health for the farm sector in 2011. Download Audio
Record Beef and Pork Exports in October
Beef and pork exports set new records for the month of October and by year’s end, both U.S. beef and pork exports will eclipse the $5 billion mark for the first time ever. Download Audio
Crop Insurance Changes for Corn and Soybeans
There may be some changes coming when it comes to crop insurance for both corn and soybeans as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio
Citrus Industry eNews: Legislative Issues; Freeze Alert Tool
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Beefalo
Beefalo beef is now in its 25th year. Everett Griner talks on this today. Download Audio
BQA is the Right Thing to Do
In this week’s “BQA Quality Report”, brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs, we hear from David Genho with Deseret Ranch in Florida who said BQA is the right thing to do. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting BQA.org
New 750-Dollar Peanut Contract Being Offered
Just in is information about a new contract being offered to peanut growers for the 2012 crop as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio
Tips on Keeping Your Fresh Christmas Tree Fresh
Fresh Christmas trees can really liven up your holiday décor and extension expert Mike Bondi has a few tips on keeping your tree fresh and festive through the whole holiday season. Download Audio Download Audio