The Georgia Cotton Commission recently hosted a tour for buyers of US textile mills which executive director, Richey Seaton, says gave an opportunity for communication between growers and buyers. Download Audio
Research has Found that E-Coli Thrives Around Roots of Plants
Researchers at Purdue University have found that E. coli can live for weeks around the roots of plants, such as lettuce, and can eventually contaminate above-ground leaves. Download Audio
Peanut Posted Price Rises Again
The peanut posted price rose again this week as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio
Recovery Act Scorecard
USDA has issued the Administration’s Recovery Act scorecard for rural America. And Rural Development Chief, Dallas Tonsager, says he believes the efforts have been successful. The following two reports have the details. Download Audio Download Audio
Citrus Industry eNews: Putnam on Citrus; Tree-Growth Tips
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Putnam Seeks Study Of USDA’s Winter Haven Citrus Lab Move
Shortly before being elected the new Florida agriculture commissioner, Congressman Adam Putnam asked for a federal cost/benefit analysis of the proposed consolidation of two USDA laboratories in Florida. He asked that all research activities currently performed be maintained. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre.
Leaf Vegetables
Everett Griner lets us know just how southern staples are finding new tables. Download Audio
McMillan Ready to Start Tenure as AL Ag Commissioner
Alabama’s new Agriculture Commissioner, Republican John McMillan, says that he is ready to play an important role in serving the citizens in the state. Download Audio
Black Bringing New Leadership to GA Ag Commissioner Position
Georgia’s next Agriculture Commissioner, Republican Gary Black, will be the first person other than incumbent Tommy Irvin to hold the post since 1969. Download Audio
Cuba Trade Expected to Remain an Issue in New Congress
Trade is expected to get a bit of a lift with the new Republican Congress, but Cuba trade and travel reform, may remain a hotly contested issue. Download Audio