On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about an energy program that provides rebates for the purchase and conversion of fleet vehicles to run on natural gas fuel. More information is available online by clicking on Natural Gas Fuel Fleet Vehicle Rebate. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. …
UF Family Day at the Dairy Farm Postponed
The University of Florida Department of Animal Sciences had invited Florida residents to their Family Day at the Dairy Farm this coming Saturday, but it has been postponed. It’s now scheduled for 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, April 12. Download Audio For directions to the farm click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …
NCBA Involved in Dietary Guideline Discussions
There are folks working to make sure any changes made to dietary guidelines do not leave out beef. Executive Director of Legislative Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Kristina Butts, says this is just one of the many issues they are working on for cattle producers across the country. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending March 7, 2014
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia 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 Report
Here are the Alabama and Georgia cattle market numbers for the week ending March 7th, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for both states. AL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio 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 …
Nominate Your Favorite Farm Mom
America’s Farmers Mom of the Year program is meant to highlight and showcase the role women play in agriculture. Monsanto Corporate Marketing Communications Director, Jessica Simmons, says nominations are due March 31, 2014. Download Audio 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 …
Still Watching Clean Water Act Proposal
The agriculture industry is still closely watching the EPA for any sign of what it might do with its proposed Clean Water Act rule. Download Audio 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 …
Governor Scott Disappointed in President’s Reductions to Lake Okeechobee and Everglades
TALLAHASSEE – Today, Governor Rick Scott issued a statement regarding President Obama’s budget that makes significant reductions to the Lake Okeechobee dike system and Everglades projects. Download Audio 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 …
Discussing Field Crop Expectations
Tyron Spearman attended a recent meeting where the main subject was how 2013 crops fared and what expectations are for 2014. Download Audio 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 …
Ag Related Bills Making Good Progress in Alabama’s Legislative Session
Week eight of Alabama’s 2014 Legislative Session saw more progress as Alabama Agribusiness Council’s Leigha Cauthen gives us the details regarding a few ag related bills. Download Audio 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 …