On the advice of State Sen. JD Alexander, the Florida Department of Citrus staff this week returned to a five-day work week. Department Executive Director Ken Keck explains the move to a four-day work week last year, and the move back this week. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide …
Citrus Industry eNews: CHMAs Growing, New CEU Article and More
If you would like to receive the eNews version directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive sponsor: Special Rebate Offer Jan. 1-May 31, 2011 DON’T MISS THIS Citrus Health Management Areas Growing; More Needed Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Beef Checkoff Discussed at Cattle Convention
Many topics are being discusssed at the 2011 Cattle Industry Convention in Denver including the beef checkoff and how dollars are down due to declining cattle numbers. CEO of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board Tom Ramey said that is also coupled with the fact the dollar just does not go nearly as far as it did back when the checkoff first …
Some Hot News Regarding Research in Pain Management
Many researchers are particularly interested in capsaicin, the active compound in chili peppers responsible for their fiery sensation. Capsaicin works by stimulating pain receptors in the body, specifically targeting the TRPV1 receptor, which detects heat and pain. While this might sound counterintuitive, exposing these receptors to capsaicin can eventually desensitize them, leading to long-term pain relief. Scientists are exploring ways …
Jingle What?
The Christmas tree industry is declining. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
FL Volusia County Designated as a Primary Natural Disaster Area
WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated Volusia County in Florida as a natural disaster area due to losses caused by frosts and freezes that occurred Dec. 7-30, 2010. “President Obama and I understand these conditions caused severe damage to nursery crops, and we want to help,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “This action will …
GA Promoting BQA Course
This week’s BQA Quality Report is brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs as Josh White, Executive Vice President of the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association, says they want to help producers with BQA certification. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting MyBeefCheckoff.com\bqa Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly …
USMEF Chairman at Cattle Industry Convention
Folks from across the country are in Denver this week for the 2011 Cattle Industry Convention as topics like international trade are being discussed. U.S. Meat Export Federation Chairman Keith Miller said this convention provides him with a great opportunity to talk with cattle producers about the important marketing activities their Beef Checkoff Program is helping to fund in key …
Cold Threatens South Texas Fruits & Vegetables
Much of the Midwest is under snow, in some cases up to two feet, from a storm moving across the country. While Florida farmers sit this one out, other parts of fruit and vegetable country in the deep south are in for some cold nights this week. USDA Radio’s Gary Crawford has details with Meteorologist Brad Rippey in this report. …
USDA Releases New Dietary Guidelines
USDA has released their 2010 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, the federal government’s evidence-based nutritional guidance to promote health, reduce the risk of chronic diseases, and reduce the prevalence of overweight and obesity through improved nutrition and physical activity. Tyron Spearman takes a look at what’s involved with theses guidelines. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture …