Articles in the July Citrus Industry magazine address control of the psyllids that spread HLB, the importance of magnesium for citrus trees, and HLB and root health. There’s also a profile of Marty McKenna. Citrus Industry editor Ernie Neff reports. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! …
Ag in Review for the Week of July 2, 2012
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. 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 …
Wanting Good Conservation Title in Farm Bill
When it comes to the 2012 farm bill all eyes are now on the House Agriculture Committee as markup of the bill starts next Wednesday, and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Colin Woodall said they are hoping for a good conservation title. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Letter Sent to House Ag Members Encouraging Sugar Program Changes
The House draft of the Farm Bill includes continued support for the Sugar Program. However, some are asking for support of an amendment that would make changes. 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 …
Sunbelt Field Day is Next Thursday
Research, innovation and education are three words repeated time and again when describing what a visitor will find at the Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Day coming up next Thursday, July 12 at Spence Field in Moultrie, Georgia as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio More information about Sunbelt Ag Expo Field day is available on their website. Sponsored ContentStrong …
Focus on Tomato Focuses on Brown Marmorated Stink Bug
The latest Focus on Tomato presentation, authored by Dr. Tom Kuhar, Associate Professor of Entomology at Virginia Tech, helps consultants, growers, applied researchers, and other practitioners better understand and manage the brown marmorated stink bug (BMSB), particularly in tomato crops. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
National Cotton Council Urges Prompt Passage of Agriculture Committee Leaders’ Farm Bill Proposal
This is a news release from the National Cotton Council: MEMPHIS — The National Cotton Council (NCC) extended its appreciation to House Agriculture Committee Chairman Lucas (R-OK), along with Ranking Member Peterson (D-MN), for their introduction of farm legislation that includes provisions supported by the cotton industry. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, …
House Farm Bill Released by Ag Committee Leaders
We are one step closer to having a 2012 Farm Bill with the release of the discussion draft of the Federal Agriculture Reform and Risk Management Act from House Leadership. 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 …
Red, Ripe Tomatoes
Everett Griner tells us how, even in his back yard, the world’s #1 plant has its problems. 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 …
University of Florida Names Nick Place as Dean for Extension
Here’s a UF/IFAS news release: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Former University of Florida faculty member Nick Place is returning to Gainesville to become the UF Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences dean for extension and director of the Florida Cooperative Extension Service. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding …