Senate Misses Deadline on Regulatory Burdens

The U.S. Senate missed a court-ordered deadline Monday and failed to take action on H.R. 872, the Reducing Regulatory Burdens Act. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …

U.N. Population Report Emphasizes Importance of Locally-Led Conservation

WASHINGTON, D.C.—Oct. 31, 2011—The United Nations’ prediction that the world population will soar to seven billion people this week emphasizes the importance of locally-led conservation. “The U.N.’s report underscores the critical need to preserve and protect our natural-resource base for today and for future generations,” National Association of Conservation Districts President Gene Schmidt said. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …

Mixed Reports So Far From the GA Cotton Harvest

Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton gives us the latest on the 2011 cotton harvest. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026

Southeast Peanut Farmer Conserving Water

We told you recently that Georgia peanut grower Barry Martin was one of the winners of the Naturally Remarkable Planters Award which recognizes peanut farmers who implement sustainable practices. Today Tyron Spearman has more on how this Southeast peanut farmer conserves water in his operation. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …

Agriculture’s Role in Halloween

A quick look at how agriculture influences our celebrations, even Halloween. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026

Recognizing the Importance of Coral Reefs

The US Coral Reef Task Force recently held a meeting to review their strategies for protecting and restoring the nations coral reefs. And Deputy Under Secretary Ann Mills says she was pleased to see how agriculture is working with the Natural Resources Conservation Service in recognizing the importance of the effort. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …

Farm Land Investment

Everett Griner explains how farm land investing is becoming risky business. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026

Ag in Review for the week of October 24, 2011

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, …

Holder and Vilsack on Court Approval of Pigford II Settlement

WASHINGTON, October 28, 2011– Attorney General Eric Holder and Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released the following statements on the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia approval of the historic Pigford II settlement: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …

FL NRCS Batching Date for Farm Bill Programs is Oct 31

FL NRCS State Conservationist Carlos Suarez reminds producers that Monday, October 31, 2011 is the batching date for FL NRCS Farm Bill programs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …