Where is the Boll Weevil

Dan Agri View

There is a statue in a community in Alabama.  Cotton used to be king until this came about.  Everett Griner tells us today about this and gives us some perspectives on it.  Report (1:00 mp3)

Mallory Swamp Restoration

Randall Weiseman Florida, USDA-NRCS

The Suwannee River Water Management District and USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida last week unveiled a new and improved Mallory Swamp, which is located in southeastern Lafayette County. Report (2:00 mp3)

Citrus Industry Works Together on Some Issues

Randall Weiseman Citrus

Gary Cooper wraps up his conversation with Ray Prewett, President of Texas Citrus Mutual during his recent trip to Florida, as they discuss grower cooperation on a national basis. Report (1:25 mp3)

GCA Watching Farm Bill

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Georgia

 We hope the Senate will start back up with the Farm Bill once they return, as the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association is just one of many groups that will be watching to see how the continuing debate will affect producers across the state.  Report (1:30 mp3)

ACA Hoping for Resolve in Water Issue

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle

The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association knows many people, especially producers across the state, are concerned about water issues between their neighboring states. Dr. Billy Powell says this is something that’s been going on for years, but now a resolution needs to be found.  Report (1:30 mp3)

Farm Bill Veto Threat Disappointing

Randall Weiseman General

As we wait for the Senate to once again take up the 2007 Farm Bill, Tyron Spearman reports there are some in Washington D.C. who continue to show disappointment towards the Administration’s threats to veto it.  Report (1:20 mp3)

Peanut Still Coming In

Randall Weiseman Peanuts

Tyron Spearman had the latest F.S.I.S. numbers on peanut deliveries.  Report (:30 mp3)