With Valentines Day getting a little closer on the calendar, consumers are starting to think of what to get their nearest and dearest. And if that includes roses they may be trying to choose between them smelling good and making it through the week. As many believe that the most fragrant blossoms are also the quickest to wilt. Download Audio …
Canola Fuel
Today Everett Griner tells us how canola has become a versatile and valuable crop. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026
Department of Citrus Back To 5-Day Week On Senator’s Advice
On the advice of State Sen. JD Alexander, the Florida Department of Citrus staff this week returned to a five-day work week. Department Executive Director Ken Keck explains the move to a four-day work week last year, and the move back this week. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Some Hot News Regarding Research in Pain Management
Many researchers are particularly interested in capsaicin, the active compound in chili peppers responsible for their fiery sensation. Capsaicin works by stimulating pain receptors in the body, specifically targeting the TRPV1 receptor, which detects heat and pain. While this might sound counterintuitive, exposing these receptors to capsaicin can eventually desensitize them, leading to long-term pain relief. Scientists are exploring ways …
Jingle What?
The Christmas tree industry is declining. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026
Cold Threatens South Texas Fruits & Vegetables
Much of the Midwest is under snow, in some cases up to two feet, from a storm moving across the country. While Florida farmers sit this one out, other parts of fruit and vegetable country in the deep south are in for some cold nights this week. USDA Radio’s Gary Crawford has details with Meteorologist Brad Rippey in this report. …
Just How Bad is a High Sugar Diet
Experts estimate the amount of sugar in our diets has increased 30-percent in the last 30 years. And many of us could be easily accused as having that sweet tooth; at least I know I would certainly be guilty. But many of us also think that there is not much harm in indulging as long as we otherwise live a …
Hot Houses
Everett Griner explains how this is a new way to enjoy year-round foods. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026
Fruit and Veggie Farmers Like New Healthy Eating Guidelines
The country’s newest dietary guidelines focus on balancing calories and making the best of those calories. This is good news for fruit and vegetable farmers. Hear more in this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida …
Bio-Based Industrial Products
Farmers are obviously vitally important to our economy as they have traditionally provided us with both food and fiber, but now they are branching out with bio-based industrial products. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …