NCBA: WTO Preliminary Ruling on COOL Good for North American Cattlemen

WASHINGTON (May 26, 2011) – The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) reported that the World Trade Organization’s (WTO) preliminary ruling on Country of Origin Labeling (COOL) reinforces what the group, which is the oldest and largest national organization representing the U.S. cattle industry, has stated all along. According to NCBA President Bill Donald, COOL was a bad idea from the …

Citrus Industry eNews: Scott to OK FDOC Changes; New COO for CRDF

If you would like to receive the eNews version directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive sponsor: Quality Containerized Citrus Trees 352-472-9185 LEGISLATIVE UPDATE Governor Scott to Approve FDOC Changes; CRDF Funding in Jeopardy Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay …

Governor Scott to Approve FDOC Changes; CRDF Funding in Jeopardy

Florida Citrus Mutual Executive Vice President/CEO Mike Sparks issued the following report today: “I am very disappointed to report Governor Scott plans to sign SB 2122. The bill makes several organizational changes to the Florida Department of Citrus including implementing redistricting and Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through …

Immigration Law Already Having Negative Affect on GA Farmers

The ink is barely dry on Georgia’s new immigration law but Bryan Tolar, president of the Georgia Agribusiness Council, says it is already having a huge affect on farmers as many of them are experiencing labor shortages. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle …

Decrease Acreage and Increased Price for Processed Vegetables

According to USDA econmist Gary Lucier, the price for canned and frozen vegetables is about to go up. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding …

AL Ag Department Working Through Budget Woes

Alabama Ag Commissioner John McMillian admits that due to budget issues the department has had a rough go of it lately, but he adds that serving the producers has continued to remain as their top priority. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement …

FL Congressmen Meet with FFB Members in Washington DC

Today will wrap up Florida Farm Bureau’s annual Field to the Hill event which allowed approximately 75 FFB members the opportunity to visit with their congressional delegation regarding important issues. The following report is an interview with Congressman Steve Southerland about how he is eager to learn more about the Ag industry in order to better represent it on the …

$100.00 Crude Oil!

Everett Griner looks at a question…is energy independence possible? Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman GeneticsMay 15, 2026

Research Continues to Help Peanut Industry

While the recently announced budget cuts will truly be felt at the National Peanut Research Lab in Dawson, Georgia their research leader Dr. Marshall Lamb said their efforts continue. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding …

GA Beef Producer Helps to Train Retailers

“Get to know your beef checkoff” is our weekly series brought to you by the beef checkoff as Jonny Harris from Screven, Georgia talks about a retailer training program he participated in which to him proves how important it is for producers to promote their own product. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, …