A recent survey of beef and dairy producers across the nation has found producer approval of the beef checkoff has increased from 68 percent in 2009 to 69 percent in 2010. Download Audio A copy of the research report is available at beefboard.org Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
FL Concerned about Estate Tax
Adam Basford, National Affairs Coordinator for Florida Farm Bureau Federation, said one issue they will be watching closely this year in our nation’s capitol concerns the estate tax. 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 …
AU Animal Science Department Still Growing
The number of students attending classes through the Department of Animal Sciences at Auburn University continues to grow, according to Dr. Wayne Green, Professor and Department Head. 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 …
Budget Issues Reign Supreme at Start of FL Session
With the official start of Florida’s 2010 Legislative Session right around the corner, Ag Commissioner Charles Bronson says the overwhelming issue of budget concerns are very clear cut, the answer however, is a little more complex. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
Trade Remains a Top Concern for Cotton Producers
Well all producers face a multitude of issues but Andy Warlick, CEO of Parkdale Mills, explaines one of the top concerns for cotton growers. 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 …
Peanut Snack Market Improving & Peanut Posted Price Drops
While numbers in the peanut snack areas have been down, today Tyron Spearman has information on how they are starting to improve, but when it comes to prices, the posted price for peanuts did fall back this past week. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
FL Prescribed Fire Helps Protect Natural Areas
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson this week is promoting the awareness of prescribed fire’s vital role in maintaining the health of Florida’s forests and other natural areas, as well as protecting the safety of the state’s residents and visitors. The Florida Cabinet in 2008 designated the first week in March as “Prescribed Fire Awareness Week.” Sponsored ContentCIR …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Florida’s Tastiest Catch
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about how three of the world’s most recognizable commercial fishing personalities are helping to promote Florida’s seafood products and “working waterfronts.” Download Audio More information about how Captains Sig Hansen and Johnathan and Andy Hillstrand are lending a hand is available online by clicking on Florida’s Tastiest Catch. To …
GAC Warning Farmers About Recent Metal Theft
For this week’s Georgia Legislative Report, Georgia Agribusiness Council’s Vice President of Public Affairs, Bryan Tolar, says there has been some recent metal theft from agricultural irrigation systems in Dooly and Houston counties. However, Tolar does notes that Georgia now has policies in place to help deter and apprehend the criminals, thanks in part to last session’s passage of Senate …
NRCS Organic Initiative Features High Tunnels
The USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama wants to remind producers about the EQIP Organic Farming Initiative as Assistant State Conservationist, Steve Musser, says that as part of that initiative they are introducing a pilot project for the use of high tunnels. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …