Thanks to the new farm bill, USDA’s export programs are operating again. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Beef Passes
After two years of hard work, the Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Beef passed by a 76% vote. The Marketing Order that sets an assessment and levy of $1.00 per head on cattle sold in the state will go into effect on July 1, 2014. More details will be released as they become available. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Disaster Signup Reminder
Eligible farmers and ranchers have been taking part in the signup for USDA’s disaster assistance programs. Tyron Spearman has a reminder that if you haven’t done so yet to stop by your local FSA office and see if you qualify. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Good Cattle Handling Techniques are Important
According to Dr. Temple Grandin, good cattle handling techniques start with low stress handling techniques. And getting rid of any and all distractions can make a big difference in how they handle. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …
Researchers Find Infertility Factor in Cows
Reproductive efficiency is an important trait for a cow-calf operation to be economical. Females usually inherit an X chromosome from each parent and males typically inherit an X and Y chromosome. But results from an interesting study, which included a few cattle from Florida, are out. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …
NCBA Comments on Proposed Brazilian Beef Imports Rule
Due to concerns about the possible re-introduction of foot and mouth disease, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Colin Woodall explains what is being discussed concerning USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service’s proposed rule to import beef from certain regions in Brazil. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
Proposed Animal Feed Rule Could be Costly
Food manufacturers send a lot of their waste to be turned into animal feed. That includes things like expired marshmallows, broken crackers and orange peels. But Bloomberg reports the Food and Drug Administration’s proposed animal feed rule under the Food Safety Modernization Act could make it too expensive for these businesses to recycle un-used food in this way. Download Audio …
Expecting a Drop in Net Farm Income
A drop in net farm income is expected this year as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Getting the Beef Message Out to Students
In our weekly “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by your beef checkoff, did you know your dollars also go into teaching students about beef? Patty Barthle from Dade City, Florida has been teaching students for years about the healthy benefits of beef. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentCIR …
Agriculture Urging EPA to Ditch the Rule
As farmers and ranchers continue to closely watch the EPA’s proposed waters of the U.S. rule, American Farm Bureau chief lobbyist Dale Moore is urging them to join a grassroots effort to “Ditch the Rule.” Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …