Work on the 2007 Farm Bill slowed in the Senate Wednesday as lawmakers put it aside to take up other issues. Some amendments were introduced on Tuesday, including payment limitations. Report (1:30 mp3) Meanwhile, the AgJobs bill will not be included as an amendment to the farm bill, but there are several provisions that will help farmers transition to organic …
The Other Drought Losses
Farmers have gained the sympathy of the public across the Southeast because of the drought. Today Everett Griner looks at some of the other losses due to the drought which have not been taken into account, and the emotional aspect of all of this.  Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, …
90 Years of Citrus Research Celebrated at UF/CREC
University of Florida’s Citrus Research and Education Center at Lake Alfred celebrates its 90th anniversary with about 400 people gathering for tours and a luncheon. Ribbon cutting for a new citrus pathology lab, and re-dedication of a refurbished Ben Hill Griffin Citrus Hall were also featured. In the first report, comments from UF Vice President for Agriculture Affairs, Dr. Jimmy …
GA Beef is Nutritious
The message for quite some time has been that beef is a healthy choice for today’s lifestyle, and according to Georgia Beef Board’s Julie Watson, that message continues to be true. Â Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
FL Getting Beef Message to Nurses
The Florida Beef Council took part in an event last week to relay the message about beef and it’s healthy benefits to a group of nurses. Â Report (1:15 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
AL Cattlemen Watching Farm Bill Discussions
With the Senate busy this week debatng the 2007 Farm Bill, all of agriculture is busy monitoring the discussions, including those with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association.  Report (1:10 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
AL Veterinarian Honored with Medal of Distinction
A well-known veterinarian from Alabama, Dr. J Lee Alley, recently received the highest award given by the U.S. Animal Health Association.  Report (:50 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Beef Trade Still Frustrating
Even though it’s been a while now since the U.S. was granted controlled risk status for BSE, many are still frustrated as to how long it’s taking to get beef trade with certain countries back to normal again.  Report (:40 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Gridlock on the Farm Bill
Word is there is gridlock concerning work on the new farm bill. Tyron Spearman has the latest information out of Washington. Â Report (1:30 mp3) Tyron also has a quick look at the latest peanut price information. Â Report (:10 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Record Foreclosures
Issues of falling values in the housing market have many people concerned, but it’s not the same in the farm sector. Today Everett Griner has some statistics which might surprise you.  Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024