Everett Griner talks about losses continuing to mount from the Oklahoma wildfires in today’s Agri View. Oklahoma Wildfire Losses They are gone new. The problem is still there however. I am talking about those wildfires that swept through Oklahoma earlier this year. Just like those that swept through Montana and California last year. The damage will take years to erase. …
Farm Bureau: Farmers Buoyed by Senate Farm Bill Vote
The following may be attributed to American Farm Bureau Federation President Zippy Duvall: “Farmers and ranchers welcome the markup and passage of the farm bill by the Senate Agriculture Committee. Low commodity prices, rising interest rates and an uncertain future for exports hang heavy over America’s farm and ranch land. But today’s vote means light on the horizon. We know …
Governor and Cabinet Surpass 50K Florida Acres Preserved Through RFLPP
The Governor and Cabinet approved the preservation of more than 8,300 acres through four cost-effective conservation easements, which prevent future development of the land and allow agricultural operations to continue to contribute to Florida’s economy. The purchases are part of the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP), where the state partners with Florida’s farmers and ranchers to preserve active …
Bipartisan Farm Bill Passed by Senate Ag Committee
Delivering on a promise, U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts, R-Kan., and Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow, D-Mich., are pleased to announce the Agriculture Improvement Act of 2018 was favorably reported out of the Committee with bipartisan support. Commonly referred to as the Farm Bill, the bipartisan 5-year legislation encompasses a broad array of agriculture, nutrition, conservation, and forestry policy. …
Healthy Benefits of Peanuts
There is more information out about the healthy aspects of peanuts. Tyron Spearman has the details. Healthy Benefits of Peanuts 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, …
Senate Agriculture Committee Approves Farm Bill
Enhances Dairy Safety Net The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) commended the leadership of the Senate Agriculture Committee for crafting a bipartisan Farm Bill that contains beneficial provisions for America’s dairy farmers. Following passage by a margin of 20-1, the bill now moves to the full Senate for consideration. The Senate Farm Bill contains enhancements to the dairy Margin Protection …
Southern Peanut Growers to Meet Next Month
Peanut growers across the Southeast are being reminded the 20th Annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference will be July 19-21, 2018 at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, Florida. But the pre-registration deadline is June 30. The theme for this year’s conference is “Opportunities in Change”. This event will focus on growth opportunities and changes within the peanut …
UF/IFAS Researcher to Experiment with Algae in Space
A University of Florida scientist will use the International Space Station to see if algae can help recycle carbon dioxide and eventually be used to help make plastics, resins and even food. Initially, researchers want to improve algae’s ability to use light to capture carbon, and in turn, help support animal and plant life in space, said Mark Settles, a …
Defending Market Share of U.S. Pork in Mexico
In response to U.S. duties on imports of steel and aluminum, Mexico has imposed a 10 percent retaliatory duty on all chilled and frozen pork cuts imported from the U.S, as well as a 15 percent duty on sausages and a 20 percent duty on some prepared hams. With more on that story, here is U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Joe Schuele. Defending …
Celebrating National Weed Your Garden Day
You have planted your garden. The plants are growing, producing produce. But, you have other plants growing which are unwanted. Cathy Isom lets you know why you’ll want to take a little more time appreciating your garden today. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Celebrating National Weed Your Garden Day June 13th is National Weed Your Garden Day. So …