The National Cotton Council has released the results from their annual acreage intentions survey which indicates a rise in cotton acres for 2010. Download Audio
Farm Critics
Farm critics are speaking loudly. Is anyone listening? Everett Griner answers this. Download Audio
Farm Thefts
Everett Griner explains how buyers of stolen property can help. Download Audio
Ag Forecast Better for 2010
Nathan Smith, agriculture extension economist with the University of Georgia, told producers during their Ag Forecast Discussion Series that overall 2010 is projected to be better than 2009 for Georgia agriculture. Download Audio
Opposed to Proposed Budget Changes
There are many in agriculture who are not happy with the proposed budget coming from the White House, as Tyron Spearman looks at one group’s opposition and why. Download Audio
Bugs, Bugs, Bugs!
Insect damage is costing millions and Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio
More Water Problems
Poor choices hurt California farmers. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio
Web-Based Payment Calculator Available
USDA has unveiled a web-based 2008 crop program payment calculator to help producers calculate the financial benefits they may receive under the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments program. Download Audio
New Federal Water Regulations Could Risk Urban Floods
Special districts warn EPA rules mean higher taxes, eminent domain and less effective South Florida canals TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Association of Special Districts warned today that the new water regulations for Florida proposed by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency would severely weaken the flood protection provided by Florida’s water control and improvement districts, especially in the South Florida …
USDA Designates 60 Counties in Florida as Primary Natural Disaster Areas
WASHINGTON, Jan. 29, 2010 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated 60 counties in Florida as primary natural disaster areas caused by cold weather and freezing conditions that occurred in January 2010. The 60 counties are: