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Efforts have been underway for quite some time in the northern part of Florida to protect our irreplaceable natural environment. North Florida Land Trust (NFLT) was founded in 1999 and is a local land conservation 501(c)3 organization committed to protecting and preserving the natural landscape and ecosystems. Throughout NFLT’s 25-year history, it has remained focused on preserving the most ecologically, agriculturally, …
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced last month it will be investing up to $50 million in fiscal year 2024 through the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership (WREP). WREP allows eligible conservation partners to work with local agriculture producers to protect, restore and enhance high-priority wetlands on agricultural lands. Until August 16, 2024, NRCS will accept proposals for WREP that enables effective integration …
Last week was a slower week for most of the markets. But as Mark Oppold reports, this week grain traders will be looking at weather forecasts, while livestock traders will be checking meat sales from this past holiday weekend. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
We may be seeing a little relief in grocery prices. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA has lowered its food price forecast. Gary Crawford has more. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
The peanut market has seen some unfavorable movement lately. Tyron Spearman reports. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
The USDA has released its proposed updates to the 11 Federal Milk Marketing Orders. These come on the heels of a lengthy hearing which highlighted the needs of American dairymen. American Farm Bureau’s Chad Smith has more on the mixed results for farmers and ranchers. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced it is expanding crop insurance options for specialty and organic growers beginning with the 2025 crop year. The USDA Risk Management Agency (RMA) is expanding coverage options by allowing enterprise units by organic farming practice, adding enterprise unit eligibility for several crops, and making additional policy updates. This is the first of …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced it is expanding funding opportunities for specialty crop growers. The Food Safety Certification for Specialty Crops (FSCSC) Program will now include both medium-size and small businesses. Eligible specialty crop growers can apply for assistance for expenses related to obtaining or renewing a food safety certification. The program has also been expanded to include …
Mixed crop conditions make for an interesting report from Tyron Spearman. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Stay safe with Fourth of July weekend celebrations by adhering to food safety recommendations. If you have food safety questions, the USDA’s Meat and Poultry Hotline number is 888-MPHOTLINE(888-674-6854) or you can go online to Ask.usda.gov. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
