Farm Labor

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

The immigration laws confound farmers. Everett Griner tells us about this. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Florida Citrus Mutual’s Sparks On $11 Million For HLB Research

Dan Citrus, Florida

The importance of getting $11 million in USDA funding for HLB research, and the timeframe for getting it, are addressed by Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

No Change to Peanut Price & Southern Peanut Growers Conference

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

There was no change to this week’s peanut posted price as Tyron Spearman looks at where that currently stands along with a reminder about next week’s Southern Peanut Growers Conference in Panama City, Florida. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FTA’s Pass First Hurdle, But What’s Next

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

Late last week both the House and Senate trade committees advanced the three trade deals for Korea, Colombia and Panama as American Farm Bureau Trade Specialist Chris Garza explains what’s next for the FTA’s. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Don’t Pack a Pest Campaign Debuts at Miami International Airport

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Specialty Crops

Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Miami-Dade County, launched the “Don’t Pack a Pest” public awareness campaign today, with a public service announcement, billboards and dioramas on display at the Miami International Airport. Download …

Mosquito Control

Randall Weiseman Ag "Outdoors", Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Mosquitoes are not only a painful nuisance but of course can also carry serious diseases. And that’s why extension expert Barb Ogg says to choose wisely when selecting your control methods. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

USDA Announces $11 Million In HLB Research Funding

Dan Citrus, Florida

The U.S. Department of Agriculture this week announced it will invest $2 million this year, and $9 million more over three years, into HLB, or citrus greening, research. More details are in this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

USDA Strengthens Efforts to Address Citrus Greening

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops

WASHINGTON, July 11, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that it seeks to establish a Citrus Disease Research and Development Advisory Committee comprised of representatives from both the citrus producer and scientific communities. The Advisory Committee would report to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and provide leadership to citrus disease scientists. Citrus greening is one of the most …

Florida Ag Commissioner Testifies before Senate Committee

Randall Weiseman Ag "Outdoors", FL Commissioner Report, Florida, General, Specialty Crops

This morning Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam testified before the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Pensacola, as the event was hosted by U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Mary Landrieu. Putnam addressed the economic and ecological recovery status and the effects the oil spill has had on the seafood and aquaculture industries. After his testimony Senator Rubio asked …