Bipartisan Effort Vital in Resolving FL Crop Insurance Issue

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Florida, Specialty Crops

Thanks to thorough investigating and a little luck the ag sector was able to catch a hidden provision in an insurance bill moving through the 2012 Legislative Session that Representatives Brad Drake and Evan Jenne says would have had a big impact on crop insurance. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst …

Commodity Groups Must Work Together on Farm Bill

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

As we continue to keep one eye on the 2012 Farm Bill, Senior Vice-President of the National Cotton Council John McGuire says the most important thing right now is the cooperation between all the commodities. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Merck Reminds Cattle Producers about Parasite Control

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

Parasite problems will become an issue for cattle producers across the Southeast soon as Dr. Harold Newcombe, cattle tech services veterinarian for Merck Animal Health, said producers need to really look at when the best time it is for them to de-worm. Download Audio To learn more log on to the Merck Animal Health website. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New …

Higher Produce Production Contributing to Lower Food Price Increases

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia, Pork, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

USDA food price economist Ricky Volpe says consumers will not see as big of jump in food prices this year, due in part to the higher production of fruits and veggies. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

2012 FL Citrus Bill Moving Without Any Real Issues

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops

According to Representative Ben Albritton, Florida’s 2012 Legislative Session has been a good one for agriculture as he gives us a quick rundown of one of the bills important to citrus growers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Chia Pet Chow-Down

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

The seeds that go into the often re-gifted chia pets don’t just have the ability to grow familiar shapes but are also edible and extremely good for you. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Pork Industry to Meet this Week

Randall Weiseman Livestock, Pork

Pork producers from across the country will be attending the Pork Industry Forum being held this week in Denver, Colorado. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on the Ag Woman of the Year

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, FL Commissioner Report, Florida

This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight is about the recognition of Sarah K. Childs of Lake Placid as the 2011 Woman of the Year in Agriculture. More information about this and previous years’ winners can be found online at Woman of the Year in Agriculture. Download Audio You can follow Commissioner Putnam on Facebook, Twitter, or Google+. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New …