A Little Bit of Progress in Lifting Trade Barriers with Cuba

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

The number two official at the Agriculture Department says U.S. farmers may be one step closer to seeing trade restrictions with Cuba lifted. Gary Crawford has the first part of the story. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida …

FAA to Allow Commercial Drone Use

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Technology

On Tuesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a rule that will allow the use of drones commercially, including for agricultural purposes. The FAA rule limits most small commercial drone operations to daylight hours and requires operators to get certified every two years. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle …

Possible Compromise Near on National GMO Labeling Law

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

The ranking Democrat on the Senate Agriculture Committee, Michigan’s Debbie Stabenow, says lawmakers are getting “close” to reaching a deal on GMO labeling. Stabenow told Politico she and the committee’s chair, Kansas Republican Pat Roberts, are “narrowing the issues” surrounding GMO labeling legislation. Stabenow says she and Roberts are Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …

Peanut Crop Pegging Ahead of Normal

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

According to USDA’s weekly Crop Progress and Condition Report, the peanut crop across much of the Southeast is pegging ahead of the normal average. Tyron Spearman has this week’s peanut crop update. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida …

Georgia Burger Promotion Starts Thursday

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

Kaytlyn Malia with the Georgia Beef Board has information about a new, creative beef promotion that starts this Thursday in Savannah. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida …

Florida Beef Council Chairman Gives Checkoff Update

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Livestock

During last week’s Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention, the Florida Beef Council gave its annual report. And Cliff Coddington from Bradenton, Florida talks about some of the events the council took part in. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida …

Alabama Cattlemen Working with Younger Producers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Livestock

Getting more and more young producers involved in the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association has been an effort for quite some time. And according to its executive vice president, Dr. Billy Powell, that effort continues. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, …

Georgia Grown at the James Beard House

Randall Weiseman General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Georgia Grown was able to really celebrate the start of summer as it was invited to a return visit to the James Beard House in New York this past weekend. The Georgia-grown menu was a showcase of the Peach State’s agricultural bounty and the culinary talents of its great chefs. Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black was pleased with the special …

Sunrise to Sundown, Beekeeper and Forester Never Stops

Randall Weiseman Florida, Forestry, General, USDA-NRCS

From sunrise to sundown, there is one Florida beekeeper and forester who never stops moving, learning or doing. In a story from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service of Florida, this coming September Willie Earl Paramore will turn 90, but he isn’t letting any grass grow under his feet. Play Audio To see more of this story click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida …

Federal Partnership Helping Reduce Wildfire Threats in Alabama

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Client Features, Forestry, General, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama reminds landowners in the Northwest and Northeast parts of the state that a federal investment is being made this year for restoration of forests near growing communities to reduce wildfire threats, protect water supplies, improve wildlife habitat and support rural economies. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for …