Labor has become more of a hot button issue the last couple of years, with several of our states passing immigration laws that hamper farmers in their efforts to attract the labor force needed to plant and harvest crops. The following reports have more details about the issues facing the Southeastern states as well as comments from a recent speech …
Peanut Institute to Use Heart Check
The Peanut Institute has been working with the American Heart Association about using their heart check icon, as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida …
Farm Safety
Everett Griner says…Farm Safety Week, 52 weeks a year! Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle 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 Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman GeneticsMay 15, 2026
GA Cotton Farmers Need to be Prepared for Nematodes
Thanks to La Nina, Georgia producers have experienced a relatively warm and dry winter. Which is why UGA Plant Pathologist Dr. Bob Kemerait warns cotton farmers to be on the lookout for early season Nematodes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay …
No Change to Peanut Price & Final 2011 Peanut Crop Value
Today Tyron Spearman the latest peanut pricing information along with a look at some of the final 2011 peanut crop numbers. Price: Download Audio 2011 Crop: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage …
USDA Working with Ag Committees on Farm Bill Issues
USDA Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says that he and his experts are already helping House and Senate Ag. Committee members on farm bill issues, such as what should replace direct payments. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Rain and Warm Temps Good for Early Spring Planters
Some of our farmers have been seeing some relief from dryer than normal conditions and USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey says that trend looks to continue along with the added benefit of warmer temperatures. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida …
IFAS Researcher Elected to the National Academy of Engineering
Climate-science expert Jim Jones, a distinguished professor emeritus in the agricultural and biological engineering department and director of the Florida Climate Institute, has been elected to the National Academy of Engineering, or NAE. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida …
Fake Grass
Artificial grass is spreading rapidly. Everett Griner tells us why this is a good thing for our farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle 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 Board Provides Funding …
Current Food Price Inflation and 10 Year Forecast
Consumers are surely noticing that retail prices at the supermarket are higher than this time last year. The following reports have more information on what to expect with food prices this year and beyond. Current Food Prices: Download Audio 10 Year Forecast: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts …