Southeast AgNet This Week: Specialty Crop Grants; TPP Negotiations Wrap Up

Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes information on USDA grants to support specialty crops as well as an update on the conclusion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding …

Peace River Valley Annual Citrus Forecast Luncheon

Every year, grower associations hold events centered around the USDA Citrus Crop Forecast. The Peace River Valley Citrus Growers Association will hold its annual luncheon this year in Zolfo Springs. Executive director of the association, LeAnna Himrod, spoke with us about this year’s luncheon. For more information on the citrus crop forecast and for a fill-in-the-blank forecast form, click here. …

Citrus Nurseryman Discusses New Favored Rootstocks and HLB

Citrus nurseryman Aaron Himrod discusses what rootstocks recently deposed Swingle as the favorite in Florida groves. He also gives his opinion why groves in Florida’s southern citrus belt appear to be doing better than more northern groves in the face of HLB. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle …

Statement by the President on the Trans-Pacific Partnership

From The White House: I’ve spent every day of my presidency fighting to grow our economy and strengthen our middle class. That means making sure our workers have a fair shot to get ahead here at home, and a fair chance to compete around the world. My approach to trade has been guided by a unifying principle: leveling the playing …

National 4-H Week Is Underway

Everyone across the Southeast and the country are being invited to celebrate the impact 4-H youth are making in their lives and communities during National 4-H Week which is taking place all this week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending October 2, 2015

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations in Atlanta, how Southeast row crop farmers are being encouraged to prepare for the El Nino event this fall, bees in the classroom and more. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts …

USDA Citrus Crop Forecast: Webcast

The official U.S. Department of Agriculture Citrus Crop Forecast is set to be released at noon eastern time, Friday, October 9, 2015. Southeast AgNet will again provide LIVE broadcast coverage on citrus news affiliate stations and online at SoutheastAgNet.com. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For …

Citrus Growers Share Concerns

Psyllid control, abandoned groves, tree conditions and the federal Tree Assistance Program were on growers’ minds at a forum Thursday in Sebring. Laurie Hurner, Highlands County Extension director and citrus agent, summarizes the discussions. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, …

Citrus Industry This Week: Citrus Scam; HLB Research Update; Water Quality and Roots

Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes news of a major citrus theft, an update on Citrus Research and Development Foundation efforts as well as reports on water quality and roots. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe free and view the current issue. Click here to subscribe to the monthly Citrus Industry magazine. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud …

Citrus Marketing Order Referendum in Florida Ends Monday

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s referendum on proposed amendments to the federal marketing order regulating the handling of fresh citrus produced in Florida is set to end next Monday, October 5. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …