Washington, DC – Representing the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (DACS), Rich Budell, Director of the Office of Agricultural Water Policy, testified recently about the devastating impact the Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) Numeric Nutrient Criteria will have on Florida’s economy before the U.S. Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works Subcommittee on Water and Wildlife. The hearing is …
Gulf Coast Task Force Releases Ecosystem Restoration Strategy
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
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
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 ContentPropane Education and …
Farm Spending
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 ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember …
More Peanuts will be Needed Next Year
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 ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Georgia Beef Board Ready for the Fair
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 ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts …
Florida Beef Promoted During Hispanic Heritage Month
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 ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to …
October Beef Month Underway in Alabama
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 ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts …
Blueberry Research Unveils Some Surprises
A team of researchers have unraveled some of the genetic mysteries of blueberries. Download Audio Sponsored ContentPropane Education and Research Council Shares Opportunities For Ag ProducersDecember 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move …