In the series of reports posted below, comments from Florida Citrus Packers Association Executive Richard Kinney, about efforts of fresh citrus growers and packers to get more direct control over their own research and marketing programs. Kinney speaks frankly to the issue and how the new approach would allow for continued cooperation and cross-over with Department of Citrus operations. Click …
Something to Consider
Although Thanksgiving is some time away still, Everett Griner gives us something to think about doing now instead of waiting. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025
Monsanto Holds Technology Showcase
Monsanto/Delta & Pine Land held their Technology Showcase this Thursday in Camilla, Georgia giving growers in attendace a chance to see some of the latest varieties and how they are developing during this years growing season. Dave Rylander spoke to those at the event and said their commitment continues with research efforts to develop varieties that best fit growers across …
AL Cattlemen Vote to Continue State Checkoff
Cattle producers in Alabama voted this week to continue the state 50-cent beef checkoff, as Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association was pleased with the outcome. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of …
Long-Range Overview of the Beef Industry
CEO of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, Tom Ramey, talks about the beef checkoff and how the dollar just doesn’t go near as far as it did back in the late ’80s. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for …
Citrus Expo Just Over Two Weeks Away
The 2008 Citrus Expo is just over two weeks away taking place in Ft. Myers on August 20th and 21st. Listen to report here: This news post brought to you by Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the …
Alabama Livestock Market Report
Dyan Kennedy with the Alabama Department of Agriculture has a look back at this past week’s cattle market prices from across the state. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, …
FFVA Names Mike Aerts Director of Marketing & Membership
MAITLAND, Fla. (August 1, 2008) – Mike Aerts has been named director of the Marketing and Membership Division of the Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association effective Aug.1. Since 1999, Aerts has served as assistant director of FFVA’s Environmental and Pest Management Division. In his new position, Mike will assist growers and shippers with the marketing of their crops as well …
Have Things Improved in the Bee Business?
Everett Griner tells us just how the bee business is doing and what their costs have been. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025
Florida Governor Supports Biofuels Production
Florida Governor Charlie Crist spoke to a group of over 450 gathered for the third annual Florida Farm to Fuel summit in Orlando Thursday, following an address by US Secretary of Agriculture Ed Schafer. “You know that Florida is a top agricultural state already,” Crist told the group. “The development of ethanol and other biofuels is incredibly important to Florida’s …