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Young Farmers and Ranchers Using Technology
An annual survey of young farmers and ranchers reveals that 80 percent are using hand held technology in their daily lives, a 14 percent increase from just one year ago. 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 …
House Panel Approves Everglades Plan Amid Cost Arguments
THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – By Brandon Larrabee THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, March 7, 2013…….A House panel unanimously approved a bill to update the restoration plan for the Everglades over the objections of environmental groups Thursday, setting the stage for what could be a complicated battle over the next phase of repairs for the “River of Grass.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …
New YouTube Series Promotes Animal Wellness on Modern Farms
Twelve veterinarians and farmers from several states are speaking out for responsible livestock farming by allowing a film crew to document their work. 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 …
USDA Priorities Hinging on Need for Five-Year Farm Bill
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack laid out several priorities during his speech at last week’s Commodity Classic, but said all of the work depends on the completion of a five-year Farm Bill. 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 …
Vilsack Says Furloughs Won’t Compromise Food Safety
During a hearing with House Ag Committee Republicans this week, possible furloughs of meat inspectors was discussed as U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said these furloughs will not compromise the safety of meat and poultry products. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …
Alabama Junior Beef Expo to Broadcast State Show Online
The annual Alabama Jr. Beef Expo & Southeastern Livestock Exposition officially kicks off today at Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery, Alabama and it was announced this morning that you will be able to see the 2013 Alabama Junior Beef Expo on your laptop, desktop, mobile phone or tablet computer. Thanks to a unique Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
BQA Certification is Absolutely Beneficial
In this week’s “BQA Quality Report” brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs, we have Jim Akin from Lauderdale County, Alabama who said the BQA program is one of the best things the industry has ever done. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting BQA.org Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Florida Commissioner’s Ag-Environmental Leadership Award Nominations
Nominations for the Commissioner’s Ag-Environmental Leadership Award are now open through May 1, 2013. 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 Enhancement Board Encourages Research …
KORUS FTA
There are new trade packs now in effect. Everett Griner tells us about them. 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 Enhancement Board Encourages Research …