We recently reported on the lack of demand experienced for the watermelon and sweet corn crop this year and grower Rick Roth says the only way to combat this issue is to change the attitude and eating habits of the consumer. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in …
Flavored Milk Wars
As the obesity epidemic continues to garner attention it looks like it has found a new battleground as flavored milk wars are stirring up across the country with many school districts either banning or threatening to ban the popular drink due to sugar content. The following two reports have Greg Miller, president of the Dairy Research Institute, regarding what he …
Cost of Peanuts Rising
There are a variety of reasons why the costs of peanuts will be rising as Tyron Spearman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
NCBA Supports Legislation Targeting Renewable Fuels
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has renewed their fight against ethanol by backing legislation to target the renewable fuels mandate. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Citrus Industry eNews: Get a CEU; OJ Sales Up; Leafminer Control Tips
If you would like to receive the eNews version directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. DON’T MISS THIS Citrus Economist Sees Positive OJ Trends in Sales Reports Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Forest Fires
It’s that time of year again and major forest fires are increasing. Everett Griner explains what part of the country is most vulnerable and why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Florida’s Gulf Citrus Growers Association Celebrates 25 Years
Florida’s southwest regional growers group held a celebration luncheon Wednesday in LaBelle. History was recited and past presidents and long-time members were honored. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
New CEU Opportunity Available
Citrus growers can earn one core continuing education unit (CEU) by reading the article, “Understanding pesticide formulations,” and passing the accompanying test. The third CEU article of the year, authored by University of Florida’s Steve Futch and Ryan Atwood, appears in the June issue of Citrus Industry magazine. Earn your CEU here. Find the first CEU article and test of …
FFB Members Building Relationships with Their Representatives
Last week a large delegation of Florida Farm Bureau members participated in FFB’s annual Field to the Hill event in an effort to discuss some top issues with their congressional representatives. And FFB president John Hoblick says the relationships that were made are an extremely important part of their overall efforts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, …
AL NRCS and FSA Working Together to Assist Producers
Considering the recent disasters that have hit our state the Farm Service Agency and the Natural Resources Conservation Service want to remind producers of assistance that may be available to them. As Alabama FSA Executive Director Daniel Robinson says the two agencies often work together to assist the producer. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture …