Agriculture should be one of the largest industries to benefit from the new drone rules issued last week from the Federal Aviation Administration. The American Farm Bureau says it will continue working with the FAA to tweak certain restrictions in the rules. The Farm Bureau suggested several changes to FAA rules, including not requiring drones be Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Outdoor Celebration Safety
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about 4th of July outdoor celebration safety and how Floridians can prevent wildfires. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Ag in Review for the Week Ending June 24, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have information about the Senate GMO Labeling agreement, we talk about National Pollinator Week, the new Cotton Ginning Cost-Share program Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Florida Landowners Reminded of Cogongrass Cost-Share Program
Florida landowners are reminded applications are still being accepted for the Cogongrass Treatment Cost-Share Program. The Florida Forest Service is taking applications from those interested in this program until July 29, 2016. Cogongrass infestations negatively affect tree regeneration, growth and survival, as well as wildlife habitat, native plant diversity, forage quality and property values. They also increase the risk of …
USDA Announces Key Measures to Improve Pollinator Health
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, June 23, 2016 – Today, during National Pollinator Week and in advance of the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) seventh annual Pollinator Week Festival, the USDA is announcing two initiatives in support of the President’s National Strategy to Promote the Health of Honeybees and Other Pollinators, announced just over one year ago. A …
Merger between Two Bee Groups
National Pollinator Week continues through Sunday and during this special week, AgNet Media’s Corryn LaRue has a story about how a merger between two bee groups will mean more ease for researchers and more funding for projects within the industry. Play Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …
Florida Commission Shoots Down 2016 Bear Hunt
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By JIM TURNER EASTPOINT, June 22, 2016………. Florida’s growing bear population will be out of the hunting crosshairs for this year. But a one-year pause may simply help the state build a better case for a hunt in 2017. After hours of objections from animal-rights advocates and support from hunters, the Florida Fish and …
FAA to Allow Commercial Drone Use
On Tuesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a rule that will allow the use of drones commercially, including for agricultural purposes. The FAA rule limits most small commercial drone operations to daylight hours and requires operators to get certified every two years. Play Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: …
Sunrise to Sundown, Beekeeper and Forester Never Stops
From sunrise to sundown, there is one Florida beekeeper and forester who never stops moving, learning or doing. In a story from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service of Florida, this coming September Willie Earl Paramore will turn 90, but he isn’t letting any grass grow under his feet. Play Audio To see more of this story click here. Sponsored ContentNuseed …
Federal Partnership Helping Reduce Wildfire Threats in Alabama
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama reminds landowners in the Northwest and Northeast parts of the state that a federal investment is being made this year for restoration of forests near growing communities to reduce wildfire threats, protect water supplies, improve wildlife habitat and support rural economies. Play Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture …