Gulf Coast Task Force Releases Ecosystem Restoration Strategy

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, USDA-NRCS

WASHINGTON – The Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Task Force, chaired by U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Lisa P. Jackson, today released for public review and feedback its comprehensive preliminary strategy for long term ecosystem restoration. The strategy, which will be presented to President Obama at the end of the public review period, represents an historic opportunity for addressing long-standing issues …

Citrus Grower Now A Believer In Maury Boyd Cocktail For HLB

Dan Citrus, Florida

Barron Collier grove manager Gary Briscoe once scoffed at the salicylic acid in the Maury Boyd cocktail for HLB-infected trees – what he called “putting aspirin on a citrus tree” – but now uses the cocktail successfully. Briscoe, who spoke at Citrus Expo, tells about his experience with the cocktail and offers some suggestions. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got …

October Citrus Industry Covers HLB, Food Safety, Expo And More

Dan Citrus, Florida

Two articles in the October issue of Citrus Industry magazine focus on HLB management. Other topics will include Argentina, food safety, Citrus Expo seminars, grower roundtable discussions and more. Citrus Industry editor Ernie Neff has the details in this report. Download Audio News post sponsor: Got Labor? Labor Solutions- Bringing People Together! Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding …

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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

With the budget battle continuing and the economy not looking a lot better, Everett Griner talks about how producers are preparing for new cuts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025

More Peanuts will be Needed Next Year

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

It’s not for sure just how short peanut supplies will be after this year’s crop is harvested, but Tyron Spearman looks at what’s being said and the fact it leads many to realize more peanuts are going to be needed next year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Georgia Beef Board Ready for the Fair

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

Georgia Beef Board’s Brooke Williams has information about their updated exhibit for this year’s Georgia National Fair and invites everyone to stop by and register to win a great prize. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For …

Florida Beef Promoted During Hispanic Heritage Month

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Livestock

Hispanic Heritage Month is underway as the Florida Beef Council is involved with a brand new promotion that Ashley Hughes said ties in well with the annual event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember …

October Beef Month Underway in Alabama

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Livestock

October Beef Month is underway in Alabama as Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association said various promotions will be taking place including beef consumer appreciation week all this week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For …

Blueberry Research Unveils Some Surprises

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A team of researchers have unraveled some of the genetic mysteries of blueberries. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025

Cantaloupe Considered High Risk for Pathogen Contamination

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Even before the latest listeria outbreak, cantaloupes were in the top 10 foods most often suspected of contamination. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025