Highlands Citrus Growers Discuss HLB Progress And CHMAs

Dan Citrus, Florida

Some Highlands County citrus growers several weeks ago shared their impressions of an international HLB research conference held earlier this year. In the first report, citrus Extension agent Tim Hurner summarizes the positive reactions and grower/caretaker Mark McLean says he has seen a “quantum leap” in HLB research progress. Download Audio In the following reports, Hurner discusses the citrus health …

Costlier Food

Dan Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Corn, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Pork, Poultry

The food inflation rate is accelerating and Everett Griner tells us just how much, and why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Report Shows that a Large Percentage of Oil Leases are Untouched

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Florida

A new report reveals that two-thirds of offshore leases in the Gulf of Mexico and more than half of onshore leases on federal lands remain idle. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober …

EPA Planning New Pesticide Rules to Assist Pollinators

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The Environmental Protection Agency is continuing to grapple with how to control the exposure of bees to pesticides. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Young Farmers and Ranchers Communicating

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Well a recent American Farm Bureau Federation’s survey revealed some interesting trends when it comes to how Young Farmers and Ranchers communicate. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

BQA Certifcation Underway at GCA Convention

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

Over 100 cattle producers are taking part in the Beef Quality Assurance certification program this afternoon at the annual Georgia Cattlemen’s Convention in Perry. BQA is a program developed to ensure that beef and dairy cattle are managed in a manner that will result in safe and wholesome beef products for the consumer, and some here today are talking it …

AL Discusses Natural Resources

Randall Weiseman Alabama, General, USDA-NRCS

Tim Martin, President/CEO of Creek Indian Enterprises Development Authority of the Poarch Band of Creek Indians, was one of those who took part at last week’s southern regional meeting of the Agricultural Landscapes Forum, noting they appreciate the various USDA programs offered through the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle …

FL Cattlemen’s Foundation Supporting Youth

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, Livestock

Chairman of the Florida Cattlemen’s Foundation, Robert Barnett of Ormand Beach, said they are raising funds to help preserve and promote the cattle industry in Florida. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober …

GCA Convention Featuring New Product Showcase

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

The 50th annual Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show is underway here at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, as GCA President elect Steve Blackburn talks about something new they’ve added to this year’s event. Download Audio To learn more about the 50th annual Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention go to www.gabeef.org Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle …

Peanut Acreage Down Other Crops Vary

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans

USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service released their Planting Intentions report this morning as peanut acreage looks to be down this year while other crops vary. Tyron Spearman runs through the numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future …