USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service released the November 1st crop estimates this morning, as Shiela Corley in Washington D.C. runs through the cotton numbers. Report (2:40 mp3) AL Report (1:30 mp3) GA Report (1:55 mp3) And when it comes to peanuts and other crops, Southeast Agnet’s Tyron Spearman has a rundown of those numbers. Report (1:40 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship …
May Be Good News, May Be Nothing
The mystery of Colony Collapse Disorder. The scientists have not solved this disorder, but they have discovered a clue to just what may be causing it. Everett Griner tells us today just what this is and gives us some interesting facts about this disorder and what the losses may cause. Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida …
FL Growers Urged To Be Involved in Free Rider Talks
Another set of feature reports about what Florida growers are trying to do about the “Free Rider” issue. In these reports, former Florida Citrus Commission chairman Andy Taylor and current chairman Ben Albritton, Jr, offer comments about why Florida growers want something done about it and why growers need to be involved in the discussions themselves. Report (2:00 mp3) Report …
Healthy Potato Head to Make Final Flight
Once again this year, Healthy Mr. Potato Head will be a featured balloon in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, but after this year, the beloved balloon is being retired – at least for awhile. Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to …
Getting Ready for Farm City Week
The upcoming celebration of National Farm-City Week kicked off this week with a luncheon in Washington DC. At the event, the American Farm Bureau Foundation for Agriculture presented its inaugural “Book of the Year” award to a Georgia tree farmer, better known to rock and rollers for his career as keyboardist for the Rolling Stones. Chuck Leavell was honored for …
U.S. Cattlemen Concerned About Argentina Trade
The United States Cattlemen’s Association is aĂ‚Â new cattle organization presenting an effective voice for America’s cattle industry. And one of the many issues they are currently dealing with concernsĂ‚Â USDA looking to open our market to parts ofĂ‚Â Argentina. Ă‚Â Report (1:30 mp3) To learn more about the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association, ClickĂ‚Â HereĂ‚Â Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and …
Senate Slows Farm Bill Work
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.Ă‚Â Today Everett GrinerĂ‚Â looks atĂ‚Â some of the other lossesĂ‚Â due to theĂ‚Â drought which have not been taken into account,Ă‚Â andĂ‚Â the emotional aspect of all of this. Ă‚Â Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding …
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. Ă‚Â Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, …