WASHINGTON, November 8, 2011 – In the time-honored tradition of standing with those who have served this nation in uniform, the U.S. Department of Agriculture is hosting a number of activities this week to recognize the soldiers, sailors, Marines, airmen and coastguardsmen who so ably serve. Their selfless and courageous contributions over generations mean that Americans enjoy the freedom and …
Ag Labor Speaker to Citrus Growers: Be Involved on Immigration
Vice President of the National Council of Agricultural Employers Frank Gasperini, who participated in last week’s labor compliance seminar in Immokalee, discusses the council’s work on immigration and E-Verify issues in the first report. Download Audio In the second report, he suggests that individual citrus growers stay informed and let their state and federal representatives know where they stand on …
The Affect the Redistricting Process Could Have on the FL Legislative Session
This year is a redistricting year for the state of Florida and Mary Ann Gosa, director of government affairs for IFAS with the University of Florida, explains what effect the process might have on the 2012 legislative session. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Beef Being Hi-lighted this Year in Georgia
Josh White with the Georgia Beef Board talks about how an extra effort is being made this year to get the beef message out to many people across Georgia. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
FSA County Committee Elections Going on Now
Farm Service Agency County Committee Elections have begun and will run until December 5. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Celebrating Woodsy Owl
Woodsy Owl was well-known back in the 70s and 80s for his anti-pollution campaign and as we celebrate Woodsy’s 40th birthday this year, Iris Velez with the US forest service gives us an update on what Woodsy has been doing. 40 Years of Woodsy Owl Download Audio Woodsy Owl’s Recent Efforts Download Audio Woodsy Owl’s Education Efforts Download Audio Sponsored …
Florida Beef Council Expanding on Brand Enhancement
Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council talks about information they picked up recently concerning brand enhancement which they will use in promotional efforts in Florida. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Alabama Cattlemen Pleased with October Beef Month
For cattle producers in Alabama who want to know how beef checkoff dollars are being used, Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association says just look at October Beef Month promotions to get a good idea. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Peanut Butter Prices Rising
We’ve all heard about how companies have announced they are increasing peanut butter prices and today Tyron Spearman has an update of more companies doing the same. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Government Plays Major Role in Citrus Growers’ Water Supply
Officials of the South Florida Water Management District told scores of Gulf citrus growers last week about the district’s activities. Gulf grower Hugh English, a former member of the water management district board, in the first report tells why the district’s actions are so important to Gulf growers. Download Audio In the second report, English discusses the need for resolution …