Cathy Isom tells us about the program giving women the opportunity to be the voice of agriculture. Now in its ninth year, American Farm Bureau Federation’s Women’s Communications Boot Camp is helping its members take their messages of farming to the public. Recent industry studies show women are the most trusted voice when it comes to ag. Maybe it’s because …
Healthy Eating
Americans are among the top meat eaters in the world. We are also big vegetable eaters. Everett Griner talks about healthy eating in today’s Agri View. Download Audio A Help Guide to Healthy Eating. 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 …
Car Insurance-Part 2
Cathy Isom continues her series on car insurance, advising us to understand our coverage when it comes to auto insurance. When shopping for auto insurance, it’s important to remember that each state sets a minimum coverage requirement by law. However, in serious or semi-serious car accidents, having adequate coverage can make a significant difference. Legal experts like San Francisco Car …
Environmentalists Target Sugarcane Burning
From: The News Service of Florida Pointing to smoke that comes from burning sugarcane, the Sierra Club on Thursday asked the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to object to a state air-emissions permit for United States Sugar Corp. The state Department of Environmental Protection in September renewed the permit for U.S. Sugar’s Clewiston facilities. But the Sierra Club, represented by the …
Commissioner Adam Putnam’s Statement on Passage of Water Policy Bill by Senate Committee
From: Commissioner Adam Putnam TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam issued the following statement regarding the Florida Senate Committee on Appropriations’ passage of a key water policy bill today that will help protect and manage Florida’s water resources: “Florida has made great strides in restoring the health and managing the supply of our water resources. However, …
Thanksgiving Dinner Up
Thanksgiving Dinner Up a Tad, to Just Over $50 From: The American Farm Bureau Federation WASHINGTON, D.C., November 19, 2015 — The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 30th annual informal price survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $50.11, a 70-cent increase from last year’s average …
USDA Works to Restore Grasslands, Wetlands, and Working Lands
USDA Announces $350 Million Available to Help States, Private Partners Protect and Restore Grasslands, Wetlands, and Working Lands WASHINGTON, Nov. 19, 2015–Agricultural Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the availability of $350 million to help landowners protect and restore key farmlands, grasslands and wetlands across the nation. The funding is provided through the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), created by the …
El Niño, Maybe
By now most of us know the difference in La Niña and El Niño. Everett Griner talks about California possibly benefiting from El Niño in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Read more about El Niño. 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 …
Car Insurance-Part 1
If you don’t believe you’re getting the best rates on wheels, you may need to do a little homework. Cathy Isom gives us some tips on making sure we’re not paying too much for car insurance. The best thing you can look at are the liability limits. You’re looking at how much is covered per person in an injury. How …
Bacon-Breakfast Choice
A bowl of cereal and a cup of coffee may constitute breakfast for some, but the most preferred breakfast food on the table is…bacon. Everett Griner talks about bacon in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Read more about bacon. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …