While most everyone in the ag industry welcomes trade, thoughts on the issue of the United States opening trade with Cuba vary depending on the geographical location of those being asked. Southeast AgNet recently caught up with Jim Handley of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association to get his thoughts about this possibility. Josh McGill has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Alabama Legislative Session Update
There are now six regular session days left in the 2015 Alabama legislative session, as Alabama Agribusiness Council’s Leigha Cauthen has an update on what lawmakers did this past week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Putnam on Trade Promotion Authority
Many ag groups have been asking Congress to pass Trade Promotion Authority and Thursday, the U.S. Senate cleared a major procedural hurdle by voting 62-38 to end debate on the bill, moving it towards a final vote. TPA is a topic that Southeast AgNet recently discussed with Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam, and Josh McGill has the story. Download …
Farmers Reminded about June 1 Deadline
Tyron Spearman has a reminder for farmers about a June 1 deadline that’s nearing. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Avian Influenza Impact on Poultry Supply
When it comes to the Avian Influenza outbreak, one Extension Livestock Marketing Specialist said the direct impact of H5N2 on poultry meat supply is minimal and likely to remain that way. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Argentina Peanut Harvest Underway
The Argentina peanut harvest is underway, as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and …
Putnam on Upcoming Florida Special Session
The Florida House and Senate are scheduled to begin their special legislative session on June 1. Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam says this year’s regular session was certainly an unusual one. Download Audio To hear more from our exclusive interview with Commissioner Putnam, click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Compiling Weekly Crop and Weather Reports
Each week this time of the year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) puts out its Crop Progress and Condition and Weather report. Jim Ewing, director for the NASS southern region based in Athens, Ga., explains how this report is put together. Download Audio This information can be found on the NASS website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …
Competitive Event Helps Train Future Ag Leaders
From the Florida Farm Bureau Federation: Gainesville, Fla. – Young farmers and ranchers who enjoy a good exchange of ideas and perspectives are encouraged to participate in the Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s 2015 Discussion Meet contest during the Young Farmers and Ranchers Leadership Conference, July 17-19, at the Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Pasture and Rangeland Season Looking Better
The latest pasture and rangeland condition report does paint an optimistic picture, especially for many areas of the central and eastern parts of our country. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey has the latest numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida …