Permanent disaster is another issue that some are worried may not be a part of the new farm bill, as Tyron Spearman has the latest on that. Report (:30 mp3)
FL Equine Need to be Vaccinated
The Florida Department of Agriculture is reminding horse owners to get their animals vaccinated for deadly diseases, as cases have already been found in parts of the state this year. Report (:30 mp3)
AL Livestock Market Report
Dyan Kennedy with the Alabama Department of Agriculture has the figure’s from cattle markets across Alabama this past week. Report (1:00 mp3)
Farmers Victimized From Thieves
Once the thieves get it, what do they do with it? Everett Griner asked this question and ponders the answer.  Report (1:00 mp3)
Citrus Commissioners Meet to Ponder “Free Rider” Fix
In this report, Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff reports on a special Florida Citrus Commission teleconference this week where commissioners discussed another possible fix to the “Free Rider” issue.  Report (1:30 mp3)
Great Time for Peanuts
The National Peanut Board wants growers to know this is a great time for peanuts.   Report (1:00 mp3)   To learn more click Here
Trying to Prepare for COOL
USDA Under Secretary Bruce Knight updates where things stand with Country of Origin Labeling and what producers need to be thinking about to get ready for it.   Report (1:15 mp3)Â
New Tools For CSP Signup
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Arlen Lancaster explains new tools that are being used for the next signup of the Conservation Security Program that begins April 18. Report (1:00 mp3)
FFVA Concerned About IFAS Budget
Mike Stuart with the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association says they are keeping a close eye on this year’s Florida legislative session to make sure cuts for research programs at the University of Florida IFAS are not too severe. Report (1:00 mp3)
Citrus Commish May Change Approach to Address ‘Free Riders’
In this report, a preview of a Citrus Commission teleconference scheduled for today, where commissioners are expected to discuss and possibly act on a proposal that could change the way the Florida Department of Citrus (FDOC) collects its taxes. This is part of the continued efforts of the Commission to address the ‘free rider’ issue, where Florida growers exclusively pay …