Control of the House or Senate may shift from Republicans to Democrats after Tuesday’s elections – which may or may not affect the 2007 farm bill. Report (1:30 wma)
Election Day Countdown
 Everyone in agriculture is encouraged to make sure their voice is heard on election day.  Report (:35 wma) To learn more about candidates in your district, click Here.
Peru & Columbia Now Taking U.S. Beef
It took a while, but two more countries are now accepting U.S. beef after the 2003 ban. Â Report (:25 wma)
AL Livestock Market Report
Alabama Department of Agricluture’s Dyan Kennedy has a look at how the cattle markets fared this past week.  Report (1:00 wma)
FL Citrus Mutual to Host Meetings Across State
Mike Sparks, CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, explains the differences between Mutual and FDOC. He also encourages growers to attend the meetings Florida Citrus Mutual will be hosting across the state through December. Report (1:01 wma)
Does Anybody Know Where Renewable Fuels are Headed?
This week’s renewable fuels report checks out whose capable hands this is really in.  Report (1:00 wma)
GROWER TRIALS REPORT # 3 – Charlotte County Experience
Grower Trials Report # 3 comes to us from Production Manager RC “Rick” Vachon, Packers of Indian River, regarding grove experiences in Charlotte County, who writes, “I strongly encourage Growers to come forward, take the time to share your experience. I have been hearing rumors that some growers have found that other products show great promise. Please share your Experiences. …
Too Much Grapefruit Juice In Pipeline
At the recent October meeting of FL Citrus Commissioners, economic reports show more grapefruit juice in the pipeline at the start of the season than growers like to see. Citrus Commissioner Cody Estes grows grapefruit in the Indian River region, and he says while the fresh side is going into the season in a strong market position, the grapefruit juice …
Former FDOC Exec Dir on Dept Direction
Department of Citrus team leaders presented 06-07 season marketing plans to Gulf Citrus Growers in LaBelle this week. Among the crowd in attendance was former FDOC Executive Director Dr Dan Gunter who is now with Alico. In this report, Gunter reacts to what he heard in the FDOC presentation and to comments made by FL Citrus Mutual leaders also in …
Veggies Are Good Brain Food
Eating vegetables can help slow down the rate of cognitive change in older adults, according to a recent study. Report (1:00 wma)