Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes a report on data the U.S. Department of Agriculture is gathering about the importance of bee pollination, as well as information on the upcoming Farm Bureau Annual Convention. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
Farm Groups Disappointed About Waters of U.S. Rule in Omnibus Spending Bill
Tyron Spearman explains what agriculture groups feel about the passing of the omnibus spending bill and the COOL program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida …
Citrus Grower/Nurseryman Discusses Production Levels
At a recent citrus grower forum in Wauchula, grower and nurseryman Aaron Himrod discussed the wide range of per-acre yields in his groves, and some reasons for the variability. He summarizes his thoughts in this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …
January Citrus Industry Magazine Preview
The upcoming citrus research box tax referendum and numerous citrus production practices are among topics addressed in the January Citrus Industry magazine. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied …
USDA Collecting More Data on Bees
Bee pollination is essential to U.S. agriculture. What is the current situation with the nation’s bee population? The U.S. Department of Agriculture is going to be collecting data to answer that question and many others. USDA’s Gary Crawford reports. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
Bumblebee Intelligence
Cathy Isom explains why the bumblebee is no longer getting a bad wrap for having a one-track mind. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Mind Your Shoots and Your Roots
There has been a lot of focus on foliar fertigation in HLB remediation programs. Jude Grosser, plant cell geneticist with the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Citrus Research and Education Center, explains that while foliar application of nutrients is important, growers must also focus on ground application. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
FDA Requests Comments on Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling
Comment Period on Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling Extended Until May 10, 2016In direct response to requests from the public, the FDA has extended the comment period for the Use of the Term “Natural” on Food Labeling. The comment period will now end on May 10, 2016. Due to the complexity of this issue, the FDA is …
Southeast AgNet This Week: Drone Registration Rules Announced; Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes information and rules on registering your drone with the federal government, as well as a video from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association about the Omnibus Appropriations Bill approval. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
Florida Citrus Mutual Reports Positive News
In a letter to the Florida Citrus Mutual (FCM) board of directors and friends of the association, FCM Executive Vice President/CEO Mike Sparks wrote the following: I would like to share some great news during this holiday season! Late last week, Congress passed “The Protecting Americans from Tax Hikes Act of 2015 (PATH Act)”. The bill extended bonus depreciation for …