The Alabama Agribusiness Council is holding their annual meeting this week in Orange Beach as members from various parts of the state are in attendance. One of the presentations made this morning was by the Cotton Board as both Monty Bain (pictured left) and Bobby Skeen (pictured right) were on hand to inform AAC members about the latest information of …
Corn Planting Running Behind/U.S. Food Sales/Possible Super Weed
Corn planting across our country is running behind normal according to the latest numbers, as Tyron Spearman has that update along with information about U.S. food sales and another possible super weed that growers in the Southeast may have to also worry about. Corn: Download Audio Sales: Download Audio Weed: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Mosquito Season & Equine Diseases
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight has Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam urging horse owners to get their horses vaccinated against mosquito-borne diseases and to be sure their booster shots are up to date. More information is available online at Mosquito-borne Equine Diseases. Download Audio You can follow Commissioner Putnam on Facebook, www.facebook.com/adamputnam, or Twitter, @adamputnam. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
CRDF Switches “Secondary” Citrus Research Funding Target
The contractor seeking “secondary” funding for the Citrus Research and Development Foundation in its effort to manage HLB has shifted focus from non-profit organizations to groups and companies allied with the citrus industry. Contractor Harold Browning explains the shift in these reports. “Secondary” funding is that funding not coming from traditional sources such as grower taxes and government. Download Audio …
The Driving Force
Everett Griner explains how agriculture drives economic recovery. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026
Cabinet Members meet with Families and Officials in Alabama & Mississippi
WASHINGTON-Following the President’s commitment on Friday that the federal government would do everything possible to help families and communities recover from the deadly tornados and severe storms that struck the southeast earlier this week, several members of his Cabinet are in Alabama and Mississippi today. They are there to meet with families affected by the storms, as well as meet …
Dyan Kennedy Retires from AL Dept of Ag
This past Friday was the last day for a long time employee with the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries, as Dyan Kennedy has retired after 33 years. She has been known for providing Southeast AgNet with the weekly Alabama Livestock Market report. A retirement party was held as she received a special plaque from Commissioner John McMillan, and I …
Fighting Possible New Dust Regulations
When it comes to the development of a new dust rule, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is one of many ag groups fighting the issue. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To …
Insecticides, Foliar Nutrients Both Aid HLB-Infected Citrus
Insecticides seem to play an even bigger role than foliar nutrients in enhancing fruit yield from HLB-infected trees, according to University of Florida entomologist Phil Stansly. Stansly discusses studies he and others are conducting, and the need for insecticides, in these reports. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
Reports: Alexander Bill Would Alter Citrus Commission & FDOC
State Sen. J.D. Alexander reportedly will propose legislation that would alter the composition of the Florida Citrus Commission and limit the commission’s authority to hire a Department of Citrus executive director. The executive director’s length of service would also be limited. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …