It seems that the heavy rains from Tropical Storm Debby are not making their way to all of our growing regions. With Southwest Florida Regional Extension Agent Gene McAvoy saying that they would like to see some more of the storm’s moisture head their way. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …
Gardening Without a Yard
Cindy Brown, education specialist with the Smithsonian Gardens, encourages potential gardeners who are limited by space to think inside the box. Download Audio 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 …
Most Southeast Senators Vote No on Farm Bill
In case you were wondering where each Senator in Alabama, Florida, and Georgia stood in last week’s farm bill vote, Tyron Spearman has the answer to that very question. Download Audio 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 …
Placements of Cattle in Feedlots Up 15 Percent
USDA’s recent report shows cattle and calves on feed in the U.S. totaled 11.1 million head on June 1st, but many were shocked to see the May placement numbers. Download Audio 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 …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Withdrawal of Youth Labor Rule
In this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam talks about the response and ultimate withdrawal of new rules proposed by the U.S. Department of Labor regarding youth labor. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook or Twitter. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
Ag in Review for the Week of June 18, 2012
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. 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, …
Southern Peanut Farmers Federation Disappointed in Senate Farm Bill Provisions
WASHINGTON, D.C. June 22, 2012 The Southern Peanut Farmers Federation (SPFF) issued the following statement regarding the passage of the Farm Bill, S. 3240, the Agriculture Reform, Food, and Jobs Act, in the U.S. Senate. The SPFF is comprised of the Alabama Peanut Producers Association, the Florida Peanut Producers Association, the Mississippi Peanut Growers Association and the Georgia Peanut Commission. …
Eat Your Veggies
The classic battle of getting kids to eat their veggies could be partly due to genetics, but extension nutrition expert Deana Hildebrand tells us how those inborn preferences can be overcome. Aversion to Veggies May be Genetic: Download Audio Getting Children to Eat Veggies: Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …
Slow Economy Causing Some Consumers to Turn to Processed Fruits & Veggies
As many consumers continue to struggle in today’s economy, some are turning to processed veggies as an economical alternative to fresh produce. Download Audio 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 …
Farm Bill Hi-lights
Tyron Spearman looks at some of the hi-lights of the Senate version of the farm bill which passed yesterday. Download Audio 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 …