Concerns on Separate Farm Bill Programs

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops

While it is the week leading to Christmas, there are some busy thinking about a new farm bill and the concerns with how it’s being being proposed as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Divided Citrus Commission Picks Ackerman To Head FDOC

Dan Citrus, Florida

Publix Super Markets category marketing manager Douglas Ackerman was chosen to be the new Florida Department of Citrus executive director by a 5-4 vote of the Florida Citrus Commission Wednesday. His starting date and salary – up to $250,000 – will be negotiated soon. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Labor Solutions- Bringing People Together! Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 …

CRDF’s Jerkins Cites “Great Strides” On Citrus Greening

Dan Citrus, Florida

Citrus Research and Development Foundation President Tom Jerkins, profiled in the December issue of Citrus Industry magazine, says the foundation is making strong progress on a multi-pronged approach to solving citrus greening disease, or HLB. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New …

Immigration Issues A Top Priority For Florida Citrus Mutual

Dan Citrus, Florida

Grower trade association Florida Citrus Mutual has declared immigration to be one of its top priorities. In the first report, Mutual CEO Mike Sparks says Florida growers want to avoid the problems that Georgia farmers encountered when that state passed immigration legislation. Download Audio In the other reports, Sparks discusses the federal H2A program that allows guest agricultural workers to …

Florida Promoting Beef for the Holidays

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Livestock

When it comes to ideas for delicious meals, Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council said beef makes an absolutely fantastic choice for the holidays. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Georgia Beef for the Holidays

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

Brooke Williams with the Georgia Beef Board says to be sure to make beef a part of your holiday meal plans as they have plenty of great recipe ideas. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Alabama Beef Checkoff Programs Ready To Go

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Livestock

Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association said he feels good about implementing plans for beef checkoff dollars next year in their state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FDACS Preparing for School Meal Program Transfer

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is preparing for the transfer of the state’s school food and nutrition programs on January 1, 2012. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024