Chairman of House Ag Committee Speaks at National GLCI Conference

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops

During this morning’s opening session of the 5th National Grazing Lands Conference in Orlando, Florida, the guest speaker was Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture Frank Lucas, U.S. Representative for Oklahoma’s 3rd congressional district. And of course the topic the room full of people wanted to hear about was the farm bill, and that’s something I had a chance …

Certified Pile Burners Course Set for February

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida, Forestry, General

The Florida Division of Forestry and The University of Florida Cooperative Extension Service will be conducting a Certified Pile Burners Course on Tuesday, 12 February 2013. This course will show you how to burn piles legally, safely, and efficiently. Most importantly, it could save a life. Registration is Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch …

CCD Update

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

Researchers are still looking for answers. Everett Griner tells us about some confusion in the research. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to …

Forecast, Field Day on Citrus Calendar

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

Tuesday’s much anticipated citrus crop forecast and a citrus research field day are major items on this week’s Florida citrus industry calendar. This report has details. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free 1-800-432-4156 Click here to contact Farm Credit of Florida TODAY! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To …

Florida Citrus Hall of Fame to Induct 5

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

The Florida Citrus Hall of Fame will induct five new members in early 2013. Hall of Fame Chairman John Jackson reports. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers …

Cold Weather Tools for Citrus Growers

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

Several speakers discussed tools that can aid in cold protection and offered some advice at Thursday’s Winter Weather School in Tavares. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers …

Study Finds That Private and Public Ag Research Funding are Complimentary

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A new analysis by the Economic Research Service looks at the relationship between public and private investments in research and development. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida …

Citrus Industry eNews: Nutrition/HLB; Hurner Resigns; Black Spot Find

Tacy Callies Citrus, Florida

If you would like to receive this eNews directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive sponsor: YaraLiva – Deliver More Profits Pound For Pound DON’T MISS THIS More on Benefits of Nutrition for Citrus Trees with HLB Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out …

Resigning Citrus Agent Reflects on Career, Looks at Future

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

After 46 years serving Florida’s citrus industry as Extension agent and educator, Tim Hurner has announced his resignation from Extension on Dec. 31. He reflects on his career and discusses his and the industry’s future. Download Audio THANK YOU to our Citrus Crop Forecast Coverage Sponsors! Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions …

Citrus Freeze Damage: A Few Degrees Can Make a Big Difference

Ernie Neff Citrus, Florida

A few degrees temperature difference during a freeze can sometimes make the difference between a profit and loss for a grove. Citrus Extension agent Chris Oswalt discusses freeze damaging temperatures for fruit, leaves and wood. Download Audio THANK YOU to our Citrus Crop Forecast Coverage Sponsors! Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions …