GCC Encourages Producers to Participate in Labor Survey

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Field Crops, Georgia

Georgia’s current labor shortage is the hot issue for Georgia farmers right now and executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, Richey Seaton, is encouraging producers to let their voices be heard through the Department of Agriculture’s online survey. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

NRCS Taking a Proactive Approach to Gulf Coast Efforts

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, USDA-NRCS

Another meeting of the Gulf Coast Ecosystem Restoration Task Force was held earlier this week and one of those attending was NRCS regional conservationist, Leonard Jordan, who says the proactive mission of the task force works very closely with their overall philosophy as well. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata …

Sweet Corn Not Just for Summer Anymore

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

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 ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober …

Flavored Milk Wars

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia

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

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, General, Peanuts

There are a variety of reasons why the costs of peanuts will be rising as Tyron Spearman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Citrus Industry eNews: Get a CEU; OJ Sales Up; Leafminer Control Tips

Tacy Callies Citrus, Florida

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 ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Forest Fires

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia

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 ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Florida’s Gulf Citrus Growers Association Celebrates 25 Years

Dan Citrus, Florida

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 ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024