Changes in the New CSP

The Conservation Security Program is now the Conservation Stewardship Program and John Curtis, Resource Conservationist for Alabama NRCS, says that 2008 Farm Bill changed more than just the name. Sign up for the program is continuous with the first batching period ending September 30, 2009. For more information contact your local NRCS field office or visit their website. Sponsored ContentFlorida …

FL Commissioner’s Spotlight

This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is warning about how destructive tree and plant pests can be spread when firewood is transported. More information is available from the FDACS Division of Plant Industry web site by clicking on Firewood. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …

More Field Days Upcoming

Get your calendars handy as Tyron Spearman has information about a couple of field day events coming up over the next few days. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …

Weekly Livestock Market Reports

Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending August 28th put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. AL: FL: GA: Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Ag in Review for the Week of August 24, 2009

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast . Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida …

Belt Tightening at the National Cotton Council

A nearly 50-percent drop in U.S. cotton production since 2005 is forcing the National Cotton Council to scour its operating budget in search of cost savings. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers …

FFA to Honor Two Florida Farm Bureau Leaders

The National FFA Organization will honor Florida Farm Bureau President John L. Hoblick and Assistant to the President Pat Cockrell at its 82nd National Convention in Indianapolis, Ind. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources …

Proposed School Salad Bar Legislation

The Children’s Fruit and Vegetable Act is expected to be proposed in the House this September. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research …

New Seed Test for Watermelon Fruit Blotch

Scientist have developed a new test that can detect watermelon fruit blotch in smaller trace amounts than previously thought. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Using DNA to Create Lawn and Forage Hybrids

Researchers are working on creating a hybrid to combine the beauty of Kentucky Bluegrass with the heat and drought tolerance of Texas Bluegrass. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …