A new technology that kills pathogens on food has been licensed to the maker of FIT Fruit and Vegetable Wash, a product currently used by consumers and the food service industry. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef …
NCC Salutes Earth Day’s 40th Anniversary
The National Cotton Council put out this release this morning in recognition of Earth Day…. MEMPHIS – In recognition of Earth Day, the National Cotton Council emphasizes that the U.S. industry continues to make strides in sustainable cotton production and processing with the overall goal of improving environmental quality. NCC Chairman Jay Hardwick, a northeast Louisiana cotton producer, said as …
Earth Day
Agriculture Deputy Secretary Kathleen Merrigan is celebrating Earth Day by promoting healthy food, people and communities as she unveils and expands “The People’s Garden’ during USDA’s first Farm to Fork Festival on the National Mall. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work …
Saying Thank-you to Cattlemen
As many celebrate Earth Day, here is a letter that all should read from Steve McDonald, President of the Alabama Cattlmen’s Association (pdf file) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of …
Something Unusual
Everett Griner looks at just how land values affect farm income. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025
Alabama Working Towards Agri-Tourism Association
Hassey Brooks with the Alabama Department of Agriculture says progress is being made towards efforts to form an Alabama Agri-Tourism Association. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Revised Form I-9 & Employment Eligibility Verification Reminder
This reminder in today from Gene McAvoy, County Extension Director, Regional Vegetable Agent IV, UF/IFAS Hendry County Extension, LaBelle, Florida 33935 Revised Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification Effective April 3, 2009 Introduction U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services (USCIS) issued a reminder that effective April 3, 2009, all U.S. employers are required to use the revised Form I-9, Employment Eligibility Verification, …
NRCS Recognizes Earth Team Volunteers
National Volunteer Week runs through this Saturday, and USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Dave White said this week gives them an opportunity to recognize the contributions of the dedicated Earth Team volunteers. This year’s Earth Team Volunteer theme is Answer the Call to Serve. If you would like to become a volunteer or learn more about volunteers week, April …
Weather Delaying Peanut Planting
While conditions vary across the country, Tyron Spearman reports that weather is the major factor for delays in planting peanuts across the belt this season. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins …
Food Safety
Everett Griner tells us what is being asked. Is it time for change? Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025