The lame duck Congress, tied up in “fiscal cliff” discussions, failed to address a much-hoped-for bill that would have funded millions of dollars in citrus research annually with tariffs on imported citrus products. Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks, whose organization worked hard with Sen. Bill Nelson on the bill, discusses the bill and his optimism for its future. Download …
New Florida Citrus Varieties on ‘Fast Track’
New Varieties Development and Management Corporation Executive Director Peter Chaires discusses a plan to get new citrus varieties into Florida growers’ hands more quickly. 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 Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, …
Partial Farm Bill Extension Included in Fiscal Cliff Package
The Fiscal Cliff package finally approved by Congress does include a partial Farm Bill extension as well as some important tax extensions for farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response …
Peanut Markets Open New Year Steady
There are no changes to peanut prices as Tyron Spearman looks at what’s happening with that market opening up the new year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research …
Farm Bill Extension and Estate Tax Issue Approved
While it technically went past the deadline, Congress did finally reach a tax deal and approved the extension of the 2008 Farm Bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to …
Smart Choice
Opportunity abounds for all grads seeking a career in agriculture. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Vegetable Price Volatility High
A new USDA report reveals that vegetable prices are more than twice as volatile as the average of all other food. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril …
Invasive Leaf Beetle Could Threaten Cole Crops in Cold Climates
A University of Florida study suggests that the invasive yellowmargined leaf beetle’s cold tolerance could help it spread much further north than its current range. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker …
Despite Desire for Organic Price Still Key Factor for Consumers
The demand for organic and local farm products continues to rank high among consumers, yet a new study has found that most consumers are more willing to pay premiums elsewhere in the store. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, …
Florida Beef Council Getting Started with New Year
The Florida Beef Council Board of Directors, during their December meeting, approved the marketing plan for 2013 and Ashley Hughes said they look forward to implementing those plans. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …