FFA Convention News

Randall Weiseman General

The 80th annual National FFA Convention concluded over the weekend in Indianapolis. One news item from the convention was the announcement that USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service will be partnering with FFA to promote the 2007 Census of Agriculture. The new Southern Region FFA Vice President is from Florida. Florida Report We also heard from FFA members in Alabama and …

Afternoon “Greening” Class Added for Sebring Oct 30 in P. M.

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida, General

This in from Ray Royce of the Highlands County Citrus Growers Association: *** The Morning Session for October 30th is now full, however there will be an afternoon session that will start at 1:30 PM. Call the Extension office to pre-register. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

State Spending & Taxes-Sen Mike Haridopolos About Ag

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida

In these reports, more comments from State Sen Mike Haridopolos about spending of tax dollars and the need for change in the way Florida handles its money. Report (2:00 mp3) Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, …

More Work Needed on Farm Bill

Randall Weiseman Cattle

There are still many in agriculture who, while pleased with some parts, still believe more work needs to be done on the Farm Bill.  Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful …

A Solution for Two Problems

Dan Agri View

In today’s Agri-View, Everett Griner discusses mechanization in American agriculture and its potential for replacing workers altogether.   Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR 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 …

Florida Tax Debate Concerns Rural Areas

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida

Discussions going on in the Florida Legislature about tax reforms are of growing concern to rural cities and counties. In this report, comments from Sen. Mike Haridopolos, who recently spoke to citrus growers at the Indian River Citrus League Annual Meeting in Vero Beach. Report (2:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight

Randall Weiseman FL Commissioner Report, Florida, General

Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson talks about on Community Supported Agriculture (CSA). More information about CSAs is available online at http://www.florida-agriculture.com/consumers/community_supported_agriculture.htm. Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the …

NASS Preparing for Census

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Georgia

The main topic last week at a meeting of NASS officials in Jacksonville, Florida was preparations for the new Census of Agriculture. Southeast Agnet talked with Florida’s Jim Ewing and Georgia director Doug Kleweno about the importance of the Census. Florida Report (1:00 mp3) Georgia Report (1:00 mp3) USDA NASS Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …

Alabama NASS Director Home in the SE

Randall Weiseman Alabama

The new director of USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service in Alabama is happy to be back home in the southeast. Southeast Ag Net talked with Bill Weaver last week at a meeting of NASS officials in Jacksonville, FL. Report (1:00 mp3) USDA NASS Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida …

FL Cattle Producers Benefit from EQIP

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, USDA-NRCS

There are many ways cattle and livestock producers can benefit on their land with programs through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program. But you are also reminded of an important date coming soon in Florida concerning EQIP.  Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays …