Disaster Assistance through ELAP

A USDA disaster assistance program is helping those who suffered certain livestock losses. Rod Bain has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong 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 …

More Talks This Week on a U.S.-E.U. Trade Agreement

Another round of trade talks between the U.S. and the E.U. is about to get underway. Gary Crawford has the first part of the story. Download Audio Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains how Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending April 17, 2015

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we provided more information concerning avian influenza, looked at a big week in Washington D.C. on issues affecting agriculture, and discussed how farmer to consumer operations are still growing. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To …

Weekly Livestock Market Report

Here are the Alabama and Georgia cattle market numbers for the week ending April 17th, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for both states. AL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

$2 Million UF/IFAS Study to Focus on Antibiotic Resistance

From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida scientist will try to figure out how antibiotic-resistant microorganisms get into cattle. Another will study how to get tomatoes and strawberries to retain their flavors and last longer. The two vastly different questions will be the focus of separate studies led by UF Institute of Food and Agricultural …

Budget Issues Could Extend Florida Legislative Session

After this week, there will only be two weeks left in the Florida legislative session. But, there’s talk that the regular 60-day session may not be completely done on May 1 as scheduled. Sam Ard, director of governmental affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, explains why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril …

Livestock Groups Support TPA Legislation

Trade Promotion Authority legislation was introduced in the Senate Finance Committee on Thursday, after taking testimony from Cabinet level officials like Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker …

2015 Meat and Poultry Production Forecast is Raised

The April meat production forecast has been increased by USDA. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong 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 ProjectsApril …

Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Introduction of Legislation to Support Trade Promotion Authority

WASHINGTON, April 16, 2015 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement: “U.S. agriculture applauds the introduction of Trade Promotion Authority legislation today. We look for quick action by Congress to provide the President with the authority to pursue agreements that open markets for America’s farmers, ranchers and agribusiness. Over 70 organizations representing America’s farmers and ranchers support …

NPPC Welcomes Legislation To Renew TPA

From the National Pork Producers Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., April 16, 2015 – Calling it imperative for finalizing free trade agreements that boost U.S. exports and create U.S. jobs, the National Pork Producers Council welcomed today’s introduction of bipartisan legislation granting the president trade promotion authority (TPA) and urged its quick approval by Congress. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical …