Former Extension agent John Jackson shared some fun – and serious – thoughts about cold protection at a recent Winter Weather School in Tavares. His discussion includes the difficulty of deciding whether to irrigate on a marginally cold night, the choice of power for that irrigation, and the history and usefulness of the Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN). Download Audio …
Why Florida Citrus Seeks New Varieties
People from all segments of Florida’s citrus industry attended a recent new varieties display at the Citrus Research and Education Center. One of them, Citrus Administrative Committee Manager Duke Chadwell, tells about the event and why the industry needs new varieties. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click here …
Ag Secretary on Counting Our Blessings this Holiday Season
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack’s has a message to remind us to cherish our families and friends and to thank rural America for all of its contributions this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong 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 …
A Christmas Wish
Everett Griner tells us about his Christmas wish. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong 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 Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch 27, 2026
Project Peanut Butter Underway & GPC Board Nominations Announced
An effort called Project Peanut Butter is underway, as Tyron Spearman lets us know what that involves, along with an update concerning the Georgia Peanut Commision Board nomination process. Project: Download Audio Nomination: Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril …
Meat Trade Forecast Update
USDA’s December forecast for beef, pork, and broiler exports are still pretty close to where they were a month ago. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong 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 Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United …
A Background Check on Santa
He may break into millions of houses each year, but he’s never been caught and Santa’s background check is super clean. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong 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 Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, …
Research Finds that Gravity Not Needed for Root Growth
Researchers at the University of Florida have found that plant growth is not as dependent on gravity as previously thought. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong 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 Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United …
Study Finds that Organic Labels Don’t Always Garner a Positive Response
A new study has found that some consumers have a negative impression of organic labels. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong 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 Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on the Southeastern Farmer of The Year
On this week’s Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight, Commissioner Adam Putnam talks about Citrus County dairyman Dale McClellan who was named Southeastern Farmer of the Year at the Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie George this past October. Download Audio In 2004, Dale McClellan was a winner of the Agricultural Environmental Leadership Award. For more information about his dairy operations and activities that …