If your waistline increased during the pandemic, you’re not alone. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. New data from USDA’s Economic Research Service shows that U.S. adults ages 20 and older reported a three percent higher prevalence of obesity during the first year of the COVID-19 pandemic. The study analyzed data from the Centers for Disease Control and …
Florida Conservation Deals Get State Approval
(NSF/TALLAHASSEE, FL/August 23, 2022) — Gov. Ron DeSantis and the Florida Cabinet approved a series of land deals, including a $37.8 million plan to conserve nearly 12,000 acres in DeSoto and Hardee counties. The state will pay Carlton Horse Creek Partners, LLC, for what is known as a conservation easement on 11,958 acres. Generally, conservation easements shield land from development, …
Busy Week for USTR Officials
Officials from the U.S. Trade Representative’s (USTR) Office have a busy schedule this week. Assistant United States Trade Representative for Central and South Asian Affairs, Christopher Wilson, and Assistant United States Trade Representative for Agricultural Affairs, Julie Callahan, started the week in New Delhi. The officials held consultations under the framework of the U.S.-India Trade Policy Forum. Those talks continue …
A Little History of Peanuts
Southern Peanut Farmers Federation has published information about the history of peanuts, and where the peanut got it start. Tyron Spearman has interesting facts about this in today’s program. 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 …
Statement by Commissioner Nikki Fried on Cabinet Approval of FDACS Priorities
(FDACS/Tallahassee, FL/August 23, 2002) — The Florida Cabinet voted to approve several priority projects of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS). The projects, agenda items #10-20, introduced by the Board of Trustees of the Internal Improvement Trust Fund, include the acquisition of additional lands to bolster existing Florida Forever projects managed by the Florida Forest Service; additional aquaculture leases and expansions …
Varying Conditions for Alabama Cotton Crop
According to Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES), while parts of the cotton crop in the state have been affected by drought and heat, the lower coastal region of Southwest Alabama has received excessive rainfall. But, Cotton Agronomist Steve Brown notes this year’s Alabama cotton crop is still very promising. Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman talked to Brown about how this year’s crop is great in some places, while …
Miss Florida Citrus Visits Citrus, Specialty Crop Expo
The reigning Miss Florida Citrus, Payton Barrington from Orlando, was able to attend the Citrus and Specialty Crop Expo last week in North Ft. Myers, Florida. Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman had a chance to not only get a quick picture with her, but also talk with Payton about her many accomplishments over the past few years. Payton was able to …
Alabama Cattlemen Serve Ribeye Samples to Baseball Crowd
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) has been involved in a variety of events this summer, including a recent baseball game in Birmingham. ACA Director of Education and Outreach, Ali Cantrell, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman it went really well and explains what they served at the Baron’s game. To learn more about Beef Checkoff promotions in Alabama, contact the ACA office in Montgomery …
Cotton, Peanut Crop Update
According to the weekly Crop Progress Report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), cotton bolls are opening across the belt. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey has the latest on how the cotton crop is coming along. Rippey also has good news about the peanut crop. In Alabama, cotton setting bolls is 97 percent, which compares to 93 percent last year and the 5-year average …
USDA Forecasts More Milk Production, Lower Prices
USDA’s latest adjustments in milk production and price forecasts reflect a rise in milk production, and lower prices. Rod Bain has the story. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses the latest changes in USDA’s August milk product and class price forecasts. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …