Even though calls for an extension of current farm policy seem to be increasing, Georgia Cotton Commission executive director Richey Seaton says debate will be hot and heavy. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
Immigration Bill Still Waiting
Individual congressmen and Senators are holding hearings on immigration in their states while fruit is waiting to be picked. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through …
Farm Bill Energy Paper Released
Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns this week released the latest farm bill forum theme paper – this one on USDA’s role in renewable energy and energy efficiency programs. The renewable energy analysis paper, as well as previously released analysis papers, are available at www.usda.gov/farmbill. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …
More USDA reports about the new Fresh Shipping Rules for FL Fruit
USDA did a couple radio news stories for nationwide airing about the new fresh fruit shipping regulations for Florida fruit. This is one of those features as provided by USDA’s radio staff in Washington DC.  Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
NY Board of Trade Soon to Launch New “NFC†Futures & Options Contracts
New York Board of Trade officials announces its intention to start offering futures and options contracts on “Not From Concentrate” orange juice later this year. Â Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted …
Raw Truth About Chicken Entrees
Some oven-ready chicken entrees are causing consumer confusion, but USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service is working to solve the issue. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …
Farm Bill Extension Would Help Sugar Growers
Sugar industry representatives heard this week that support may be growing for an extension to the current farm bill and sugar policy. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …
AL Hot Line
Agriculture Commissioner Ron Sparks has established a toll-free hotline for Alabama farmers in need of disaster assistance due to the drought. The number is 800-951-1275. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted …
Successful Produce Promotions
Three produce marketing campaigns conducted by the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services helped increase retail sales of Florida-grown agricultural products by $394.4 million over last year. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
Report from USDA Radio Services re New Fresh Fruit Shipping Regulations
USDA Radio Services report about the new fresh fruit shipping regulations features FDACS spokesperson Liz Compton. Â Report (2:00 .wma) Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026