The World Dairy Expo has been underway in Madison, Wisconsin as events there continue through Saturday.  Report (:35 mp3) To learn more log on to www.worlddairyexpo.com  or www.wdexpo.org
THE FARM DOG!
Being the dog lovers we are around the network headquarters, I thought I’d share this commentary in particular. It’s from Southeast AgNet’s long-time commentary producer, Everett Griner. He first did this one many years ago, and I recently asked him to do it again so it would become part of these network on-line archives. By the way, in case you’re …
Dairy Leads Livestock Income Gains
Farm income is forecast to be at record levels this year, with strong gains in the livestock sector helped by a surge from dairy.  Report (1:00 mp3)
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson talks about the Department’s Division of Dairy Industry. Report (1:00 mp3)
New Partner to Promote Animal ID
USDA Under Secretary Bruce Knight announced a new partner in efforts to get more premises registered in the National Animal ID System, and also said a new business plan would be coming out this fall. Â Report (1:30 mp3)
Popular FL Congressman With Strong Caution on Farm Bill Draft
Congressman Adam Putnam says while yes, there are some good things for Florida citrus and other agriculture segments in the recently passed House version of the Farm Bill, there are also some very negative aspects to the bill that could outweigh the positives. In this report, hear Putnam’s pointed comments about a severe loss of conservation funding if the bill …
New Partner to Promote Animal ID
USDA Under Secretary Bruce Knight says a new partner has come aboard to help promote the National Animal Identification System. Â Report (1:10 mp3) Â
GA Premises Registrations Increase
The number of premises registrations in Georgia continue to rise. Â Report (:20 mp3)
FL Needs Dollars for Animal Agriculture
Trying to obtain the dollars to make sure animal agriculture stays viable in Florida is an effort that’s underway at this time. Â Report (1:30 mp3)
Animal ID Tracking System
The Animal Identification System consists of 3 components, one of which is animal tracking. The head of APHIS, Dr. Ron DeHaven, discusses where things stand with that part of the system.  Report (1:30 mp3)