U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says over the past month they have been focusing efforts on their results project on the tremendous work that’s been done by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in terms of our natural resources and environment. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending February 26, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, a national media call took place this week concerning the Trans-Pacific Partnership, we look at why it’s important for cattle producers to be BQA certified, provide an update on the availability of peanut seed, we have information about Pistachios, Marijuana and more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
Peanut Farmers Reminded about Crop Insurance Deadline
Tyron Spearman has a story reminding peanut farmers that a crop insurance deadline is coming up next week. 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, …
Soil Health Institute Appoints Inaugural Members to Board of Directors
From the Soil Health Institute: RESEARCH TRIANGLE PARK, N.C. (Feb. 25, 2016) – The Soil Health Institute marked a milestone today in the organization’s efforts to bring world-class leaders together to help improve soil health. The Institute announced it has appointed 13 members to its first-ever board of directors. “Ensuring we have healthy soils is one of the most important, …
National Peanut Board Funding
The National Peanut Board held its quarterly board meeting in Atlanta Feb. 3-4, 2016 and addressed funding for FY-16 state production research projects. Tyron Spearman has the details. 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 …
Busy Weekend for Georgia Peanut Commission
The Georgia Peanut Commission has a busy weekend coming up, as their Director of Communications Joy Crosby explains. 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, …
Conaway: Agriculture Secretary Can Relieve Crisis in Cotton Country
From the House Committee on Agriculture By Chairman K. Michael Conaway Cotton farmers in America are facing a crisis. Extreme drought, predatory trade practices by countries like China and India, and the lack of a viable safety net are threatening the livelihoods of thousands of American farm families. While the general farm economy is experiencing the largest three-year percentage decline …
Florida Cover Crops Tour is Next Week
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida invites those interested in learning more about how cover crops and no-till can improve soil health in Florida’ sandy soils, to attend the annual Cover Crops Tour. Janet Grabowski, manager of the Brooksville Plant Materials Center, says the annual event will be held March 4. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Peanut Seed Availability Update
Tyron Spearman has a quick update concerning the availability of peanut seed this year. 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
Good Attendance at Georgia Cotton Production Meetings
Cotton producers across Georgia have been attending the annual cotton production meetings over the past few weeks. Georgia Cotton Commission Executive Director, Richey Seaton, says a variety of information has been discussed during these meetings. 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 …