Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making: The Series Continues

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In this writing, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam continues his educational outreach effort to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de LeĂłn on our shores, and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. This is a real treat for anyone interested in the real story behind the …

Florida House Advances DEP-EPA Deal

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From The News Service of Florida: The House Rulemaking Oversight and Repeal Subcommittee on Monday started the process for the Legislature to accept a deal with the federal government that gives Florida more say over the state’s Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …

Skim Milk May Not Reduce Obesity Risk for Preschoolers

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In an effort to reduce the overall calorie intake of a child, doctors will often recommend that preschoolers drink skim milk. But a recent study suggests that lower fat milk may not help reduce the risk of obesity. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …

Georgia Cattlemen’s Convention is this Week

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A Forage Conference will kick off events at the 52nd Annual Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention & Trade Show this week in Perry, Georgia. Learn the latest in forage information on Wednesday with more to come Thursday through Saturday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …

New Animal Care Campaign Launched

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A new national campaign that demands immediate action if an employee suspects or witnesses animal abuse, neglect, harm or mishandling has been launched. Download Audio For more information visit www.seeitstopit.org. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on 500 Years in the Making

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On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de LeĂłn on our shores and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. Click Here to listen to Commissioner Putnam tell numerous interesting stories about Florida’s agricultural history. Click on …

Weekly Livestock Market Report

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Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending March 29th put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama and Georgia. AL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle …

Update on Florida’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program

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Sam Ard, Director of Governmental Affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, says more funds could be headed to the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received …

Alabama Ag Commissioner Pleased with Legislative Session So Far

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Just after the mid-point of Alabama’s 2013 legislative session, Ag Commissioner John McMillan gives his thoughts on how he thinks it has gone so far. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received …

Preserving Ag Heritage

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The Smithsonian’s National Museum of American History has launched a web portal where people can share their stories about the technologies and innovation that have changed American agriculture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …