The 2012 Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention is well attended again this year as one of the speakers during this morning’s Board of Director’s meeting was National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President J.D. Alexander from Pilger, Nebraska. He gave an update on a variety of issues the NCBA staff have been working on. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida …
Beef Checkoff Keeping Producers Informed
In our “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by the beef checkoff Carl McKettrick, owner of the Arcadia Stockyard in Arcadia, Florida, said the producer communications section of the checkoff is important as it keeps cattle producers informed of what their beef checkoff dollars are doing. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to …
Florida Cattlemen Get CattleFax Update
It’s day two of the 2012 Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention as many attendees heard yesterday from Duane Lenz with CattleFax who gave an update on various issues that can affect their operations and the markets over the next few months. I talked with him afterwards to get a summary of the topics discussed. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between …
Indian River’s Bournique Reappointed to SJWMD Board
Tallahassee, Fla. (Governor’s Press Office) – Governor Rick Scott has announced the reappointment of Doug Bournique to the Area 5 seat on the Governing Board of the St. Johns River Water Management District. Bournique, 60, of Vero Beach, has been the executive vice president of the Indian River Citrus League since 1979. Previously, he was the director of environmental relations …
Politics Discussed at Florida Cattlemen’s Convention
Day one of the annual Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention has been a busy one with various meetings and events. But at the general session this afternoon, one of the speakers was Ryan Tyson, V.P. of Political Operations for the Associated Industries of Florida, as he talked about the political landscape of the state for not only this year but over …
Food Allergies More Prevalent in City Kids
A new study has found that food allergies are more common among kids living in cities than among children in less populated areas. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research …
Florida Beef Council at FCA Convention
Florida Beef Council’s Ashley Hughes is just one of the many attending this week’s Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show.And she invites producers to stop by their booth in the trade show or catch her anytime to talk about what’s happening with their beef checkoff dollars. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and …
Georgia June Beef Month Continues
Georgia Beef Board’s Brooke Williams talks about the Explore Georgia Beef tour which took place last week, all a part of June Beef Month in the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Alabama Cattlemen Work with other States through SLN
Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association talks about how well the 11 states which make up the Southeastern Livestock Network get along. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark …
Senate Reaches Agreement on Reduction of Amendments
Senate action on the 2012 Farm Bill has been stymied due to a flood of amendments, some of which were related to farm policy but many others that were not. But the debate seems to be back on track with a bipartisan agreement reached to trim those amendments down. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement …