FL Congressmen Meet with FFB Members in Washington DC

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Today will wrap up Florida Farm Bureau’s annual Field to the Hill event which allowed approximately 75 FFB members the opportunity to visit with their congressional delegation regarding important issues. The following report is an interview with Congressman Steve Southerland about how he is eager to learn more about the Ag industry in order to better represent it on the …

GA Beef Producer Helps to Train Retailers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

“Get to know your beef checkoff” is our weekly series brought to you by the beef checkoff as Jonny Harris from Screven, Georgia talks about a retailer training program he participated in which to him proves how important it is for producers to promote their own product. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded …

Florida Farm Bureau’s Pat Cockrell to Retire

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Sugar

Here is news sent out by the Florida Farm Bureau Federation about some personnel changes taking place in their organization… Pat Cockrell retires after 36 years In June 1975, William Patrick Cockrell began his employment with Florida Farm Bureau. Thirty-six years later, Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the …

Ag Groups Want FTA Passage

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Pork, Soybeans

In recognition of World Trade Month, six agricultural groups took part in a news conference yesterday on Capitol Hill urging the Obama administration to send pending free trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and South Korea to Congress immediately. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle …

Alabama Cattlemen Looking for Young Leaders

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Livestock

Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s Erin Beasley wants to remind young cattlemen in the state that received a letter from them about the Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Workshop to please send in your RSVP and plan to attend next week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober …

FBC to Hold Beef 101 Seminars

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Livestock

Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council wants producers to know their checkoff dollars will be hard at work during some Beef 101 seminars which are an important aspect of educational efforts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Georgia Ready for Busy June Beef Month

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

While June Beef Month in Georgia starts one week from tomorrow, Brooke Williams with the Georgia Beef Board says an event that really kicks it all off is one week from today. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Massive Cuts to Agriculture Would Kill Programs That Benefit All Americans

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock

Washington, DC (May 24, 2011) – The Agriculture Subcommittee of the House Committee on Appropriations is proposing to slash over a billion dollars from Farm Bill conservation and renewable energy programs. These cuts will undermine rural economies, wildlife, and investments in America’s energy future. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future …

USMEF Helping Japanese Earthquake Victims

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Livestock, Pork

The U.S. Meat Export Federation is continuing its relief and recovery efforts in Japan by providing meals of Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025

Is Skim Milk Really Better for Your Diet and Heart?

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia

USDA currently recommends skim milk over other milks. But recent studies have shown that skim milk may not always be the best option. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025