Dr. Laura Danly of California’s Griffith Observatory is helping the U.S. Department of Agriculture promote its “healthy soils” campaign. So why is an astronomer talking about soil, rather than the sky? “Studying Earth is just like studying the planets. Earth is a planet, and it’s the most amazing planet we know. It’s the only one we know that has life …
Black Rice
Everett Griner talks about the new popularity of black rice in today’s Agri View. Rice is not one of the most favorite foods in America. It is however one of the most consumed foods in the world. When you hear the word “rice” you think of one of the tiny white seeds in a cellophane bags. The fact is rice …
Picking a Christmas Tree
Whether you prefer a fresh Christmas tree cut right from the farm, or plucked from the grocery store parking lot, there’s an art in picking out the perfect holiday tree. Cathy Isom has some pointers on choosing the perfect holiday tree. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Cotton Industry Hoping for Access to Risk Management Tools
Many cotton growers are eager to see if efforts by the National Cotton Council to provide them access to the Ag Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) safety net options will occur. Tyron Spearman has more on the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Record Student Participation at ASTA Event
The American Seed Trade Association stepped up its efforts to “Seed the Future” with a new generation of seed industry professionals, which resulted in a record number of students participating in the recent ASTA CSS 2015 and Seed Expo. ASTA Director of Meetings and Services Jennifer Crouse explains why it was important for them to have a large number of …
U.S. Farm Raised
Everett Griner talks about the label saying “farm raised” in today’s Agri View. If you look at the label saying “Farm Raised” you need to look specifically for “U.S. Farm Raised”. You may not be buying what you think you are. Fish farming is practiced in a number of countries. It may look like U.S raised but when you put …
Diabetes and Healthy Food Study
Eating healthier foods could help lower-income people better control their diabetes. That’s according to a recent pilot study by University of California San Francisco and Feeding America. Cathy Isom tells us how this study will help low-income people with diabetes control. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Alabama Landowners Invited to Restore and Protect Habitat
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama wants landowners to know funding is available for those who want to restore and protect habitat for seven focus species, including the gopher tortoise. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
Chairman Conaway Issues Statement of Support for Omnibus Bill
From the House Committee on Agriculture: Today, House Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (R-TX) issued the following statement upon the unveiling of the fiscal year 2016 Omnibus Appropriations bill. “This responsible funding bill is a win for rural America, and I commend Chairman Hal Rogers and House leadership for including many top priorities of farmers and ranchers. I encourage …
Peanut Harvest Update
Tyron Spearman has an update on the peanut harvest and where numbers currently stand with inspections. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …