U S Ag Secretary: Specialty Crops “Make Good Case” for Farm Bill

Gary Cooper Citrus

In an exclusive interview with Southeast AgNet at the recent National Association of Farm Broadcasting (NAFB) convention in Kansas City MO, U. S. Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns discussed efforts of specialty crops wanting to be designated a ‘major crop’ in the next Farm Bill. In the photo is Agriculture Secretary Johanns flanked by Southeast AgNet’s Lee McCoy from Newnan GA …

Bayer Crop Science Temik Product Mgr Discusses “Greening”

Gary Cooper Citrus

In this report we talk to Chris Klayla, Bayer Crop Science Temik Product Manager, about Citrus Greening disease and how Bayer is working with Florida citrus growers to minimize Greening’s impact in Florida groves Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary …

FL Grapefruit Partners with Best Life Diet

Randall Weiseman Citrus

The FDOC will begin promotions with the new book, The Best Life Diet. This will open many opportunities to promote the health aspects of eating Florida grapefruit. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef …

FL Citrus Commission Supports Dues Collection

Randall Weiseman Citrus

Dues Collection is a hot topic for the FL Citrus Commission these days. Mike Sparks, CEO of Florida Citrus Mutual, says the making of this rule will help organizations like Mutual. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

Citrus Recipes for All Appetites

Randall Weiseman Citrus

Football fans, enjoy a new kick to an old tradition when you try this salsa recipe. The main ingredient, fresh Florida grapefruit! Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …

Sweet Thanksgiving Recipes with a Citrus Touch

Randall Weiseman Citrus

For Thanksgiving this year try some new recipes that include Florida citrus as a main ingredient. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …

Important Dates and Reminders for the FL Citrus Grower

Randall Weiseman Citrus

With the new year rapidly approaching, here are some important reminders for Florida citrus growers to mark on their calendars. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle …

AgVenture Offers Chance to Learn About Ag

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, General

The Highlands County Citrus Growers Association works each year, to educate 3rd graders on agriculture. Ray Royce says Ag-Venture is a great program to teach kids that there is more to the food they eat than just picking it up at the grocery store. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, …

Department of Labor Plans Seminars

Randall Weiseman Citrus

There will be three meetings hosted by the U.S. Department of Labor and the Florida Department of Business & Professional Regulation the first week in December. Hear dates and locations in this story. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, …

Legislation Looks Promising For Citrus This Year

Randall Weiseman Citrus

Now that the legislators on the state and federal level are settling in after the elections, Mike Sparks, of Florida Citrus Mutual says it is important to re-introduce important topics for the citrus industry to have a promising session. Report (1:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …