Staci Braswell has joined the staff of Florida Farm Bureau Federation as director of Government and Community Affairs. The division represents Farm Bureau on public policy issues relating to ordinances, legislation and regulations impacting agriculture with emphasis on the areas of water, land use, growth management and environmental regulations. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …
Peanut Power Hour
One of the big events in the state capitol last week was a “Peanut Power Hour.” The promotion was co-hosted by the House and Senate Ag Committees and the Georgia Agribusiness Council to promote the benefits of the peanut industry and food products. Lieutenant Governor Casey Cagle says that its important for consumers to know that their food is safe. …
Agriculture Has Big Responsibilities
With the legislature in session and possible budget cuts looming, Agriculture Commissioner Ron Sparks says that it is important for everyone to realize the large task the agricultural community carries out. USDA NASS 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 …
Finding Bio-Fuels in the Desert
A desert shrub called Quayule may prove to be an economical, environmentally friendly source of renewable energy. 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 …
BRONSON ANNOUNCES ERADICATION OF HORSE DISEASE
TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson today announced that the last premises determined to have had horses infected with Equine Piroplasmosis (EP) has now been released from state quarantine. The Department’s Division of Animal Industry began to investigate and respond to the outbreak on August 13, 2008, when an ill horse was admitted to a …
2009 Gulf Coast Agribusiness Conference this Thursday
The University of Florida IFAS Extension and Team Santa Rosa announces its 2009 Gulf Coast Agribusiness Conference on Thursday, February 26, 2009 at the Jay Community Center located at 5259 Booker Lane, Jay, FL 32565. Oil prices, global competition, development pressures—our Gulf Coast farms are currently facing challenges. To address these concerns, speakers from the Southeast region will provide our …
FL Holding Farm Bill Meetings
Florida Farm Bureau is urging producers to attend meetings scheduled around the state in March put together by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. 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 …
Final COOL Rule Starts March 16th
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is pleased with the announcement that the final rule for Country of Origin Labeling will go into effect March 16th. To learn more about the new COOL rule, click Here 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 …
GA Not Participating in National Peanut Event
The Georgia Peanut Commission has decided not to take part in a National Peanut Board event, as Tyron Spearman explains why. 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 …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Cellulosic Ethanol
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about the construction of a cellulosic ethanol plant in Highlands County that will begin later this year. This facility will be the first in Florida to use next-generation technology to convert renewable grasses to fuel, rather than using food crops. More information about the project can be found on …