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Discussing Citrus Research Projects and Field Trials
Yesterday, the Citrus Research and Development Foundation held their monthly board meeting and the commercial product delivery committee also got together. I talked with Harold Browning this morning about what was discussed at those meetings. 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 …
Conflicting Agendas in Congress Could Delay Tax Legislation for Farmers
Although both the House and Senate know that they need to deal with expired tax breaks, American Farm Bureau tax adviser Pat Wolff says the two bodies are pursuing conflicting tracks. 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 …
Restaurant Growth Driving Stronger Beef Demand in Vietnam
In recent months the U.S. Meat Export Federation has seen an increase in demand for imported beef in Vietnam, driven in large part by expansion in the family dining restaurant sector. Joe Schuele has more on this trend. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of …
Ban on U.S. Pork Offal Lifted by Vietnam
Vietnam has notified USDA’s Food Safety and Inspection Service that it will accept pork exports from the U.S. 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 12, 2026Florida Cattle …
Amidst Challenges, Florida Citrus Growers, Beekeepers Partner
Tallahassee, FL – Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam announced today a series of recommendations for the long-term coexistence of Florida’s citrus growers and beekeepers. 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 …
Important Ag Meetings This Week and Argentina Peanut Crop Update
There are some meetings coming up this week that may be of importance to some farmers. Tyron Spearman has that story along with an update on the Argentina peanut crop. Meetings: Download Audio Argentina: 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 …
Crushing the Myth that Meatless Diets are Healthier
The American Meat Institute and the American Meat Science Association are tackling the argument that cutting meat from the diet will make it healthier in the latest video in the Meat MythCrusher series. 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 …
Alabama Ag Department Pushing Bill to Increase Efficiency
Alabama’s Department of Agriculture has been successful over the last few legislative sessions in pushing through several bills to assist in streamlining and efficiency and Ag Commission John McMillan says are working on yet another one this session. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of …
Webinar to be held on What 2014 Farm Bill Means for Florida
The Center for Public Issues Education is holding a hot topic webinar on Wednesday, March 5 at 2 p.m., regarding the 2014 Farm Bill and what it will mean for Florida. 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 …