Citrus Commissioners Target “Free Riders” for Participation

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida, International

In this report, comments from Florida Department of Citrus Executive Director Ken Keck about recent actions by the Citrus Commission to move the ball forward in terms of dealing with the so-called “free rider” issue where growers of citrus in other states and countries do not participate in funding of research and marketing programs like Florida growers do. Some recent …

A Turkey Nap?

Randall Weiseman General

There’s good news for turkey lovers. The age ole myth that the turkey on your thanksgiving plate is what caused your eyes to droop during the football game is turning out to be nothing but a myth. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows …

When is the Best Time?

Dan Agri View

When is the best time to do this activity? Well, Everett Griner tells us just what this is and when the best time is to do this. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Turkey Dinner is a Bargain

Randall Weiseman General

The classic Thanksgiving dinner costs a bit more this year than last year, but it is still a bargain – and adjusted for inflation, it’s actually cheaper than it was 20 years ago, according to the American Farm Bureau Federation. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …

Fun Turkey Facts

Randall Weiseman General, Poultry

Learn some interesting facts about your main course this Thanksgiving! Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026

Thanksgiving History

Randall Weiseman General

Today Tyron Spearman takes a look back at Thanksgiving and how things really got started for this traditional holiday. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, …

World Food Supply Shrinking

Dan Agri View

What is causing this? Everett Griner has looked into this and tells us his view. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026

EPA Proposal Would Affect Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Pork, Specialty Crops

A new proposal from the Environmental Protection Agency has agriculture officials nationwide worried and thus all farmers are urged to send a message to EPA letting them know how regulation of greenhouse gasses under the Clean Air Act would adversely affect their operation. But you must do this by this Friday, November 28th to meet the EPA’s comment deadline. Comments …

Wild vs Domestic Turkey

Randall Weiseman General

If you are planning on the traditional turkey dinner for Thanksgiving this year, will it be a wild or domestic bird that you will be carving up for the annual feast? Last year over 47 million turkeys were eaten on Thanksgiving, but no matter which you prefer, we hope you enjoy your turkey meal and have a good Thanksgiving. Sponsored …

Finalized Program for SE Fruit and Veg Conference

Randall Weiseman Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The SE Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference, sponsored by the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Association and South Carolina Peach Conference, has finalized its speaker and workshop schedule for the upcoming event in January. Register and find out more here. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …