Despite the fact Florida Governor Rick Scott has yet to receive the budget from lawmakers, in a surprise move Tuesday he did announce that he would sign the largest budget in state history while using his line-item veto relatively sparingly, defusing a potential showdown with state lawmakers. Download Audio To read more on this story click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …
Celebrating National Agriculture Day 2016
Tuesday was National Agriculture Day, as National Agriculture Week continues through Saturday, March 19. And according to a story from Rod Bain, the importance of agriculture in our daily lives was the focus of annual National Ag Day events nationwide like those held yesterday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida …
USDA Announces $260 Million Available for RCPP
It was announced this week by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that through RCPP, the Regional Conservation Partnership Program, they are making available up to $260 million for partner proposals to improve the nation’s water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …
Scott to Veto $256 Million from New Budget
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By BRANDON LARRABEE AND JIM TURNER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, March 15, 2016……….In a surprise move, Gov. Rick Scott announced Tuesday that he would sign the largest budget in state history while using his line-item veto relatively sparingly, defusing a potential showdown with state lawmakers. Scott said he would sign the previously $82.3 billion spending …
National Ag Day: Where Was the Food On Your Plate Grown?
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: March is National Nutrition Month and throughout the month, USDA will be highlighting results of their efforts to improve access to safe, healthy food for all Americans and supporting the health of our next generation. From farm to fork, agriculture and nutrition are integrally linked. And every state in the U.S. can play an …
Statement by Commissioner Adam H. Putnam on Governor Scott Supporting Key Budget Priorities
According to information from the News Service of Florida, Governor Rick Scott’s office announced today that he plans to veto $256.1 million from the newly approved budget for the fiscal year that starts July 1. Lawmakers approved the $83.2 billion budget Friday before ending the annual legislative session. While more on that will be available later, here is a release …
Pleased with Vote by Georgia Cotton Producers
Executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, Richey Seaton, says the commission is pleased that cotton producers voted to renew the marketing order for Georgia cotton for another three years. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Alabama Peanut Producers Hoping for More Export Markets
No matter what crop southeast growers may be looking at planting this spring, prices are not very attractive right now. And according to Caleb Bristow, executive director of the Alabama Peanut Producers Association, it’s going to be a tough year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows …
Georgia Represented at Peanut Leadership Academy
Representatives from the Georgia peanut industry recently attended the Peanut Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida 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 …
Florida Peanut Producers Staying Optimistic
While growers continue to be optimistic, executive director of the Florida Peanut Producers Association, Ken Barton, looks at some of the concerns for many peanut farmers heading into the 2016 season. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle …