Politics will be one major topic of discussion at this years Florida Cattlemen’s Association Convention, as FCA President Wade Grigsby said it’s important for agriculture to be involved. Download Audio News post sponsor: AGROTAIN® controls nitrogen loss for higher yields.
Trade With Cuba
The U.S. refuses to relax trade restrictions with Cuba and Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio
Ag in Review for the Week of May 17, 2010
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast .
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending May 21st put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia. AL: Download Audio FL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio
U.S. Meat Outlook for 2011 is Up Slightly
Despite the fact beef production is forecast to be lower next year, overall total U.S. meat outlook for 2011 is projected slightly higher than it’s expected to be this year. Download Audio
Help For Hungry
BRIC plans to fight famine. How? Everett Griner tells us. Download Audio
Ag Groups Encouraging Senate to Adopt Murkowski Legislation
Nearly 50 agricultural groups have sent a letter to Senate members urging them to adopt Alaska Senator Lisa Murkowski’s resolution that would prevent the EPA from regulating greenhouse gases under the Clean Air Act. Download Audio News post sponsor: AGROTAIN® controls nitrogen loss for higher yields.
AL Beef Promoted at Food Expo
Ed Whatley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association said they are excited to have been able to be a part of the recent Alabama Food Expo. Download Audio
GA Beef a Safe Wholesome Product
One producer who serves on the Georgia Beef Board, Robert Fountain, Jr. of Adrian, Georgia said it’s important to continue not only research efforts but also promotional efforts to educate consumers about how safe and healthy beef is for their family. Download Audio
Dealing with Rising Beef Prices
Beef prices have been increasing and one reason why is supplies are tight right now. Download Audio For information on efforts being funded with your beef checkoff investment, visit www.MyBeefCheckoff.com