AFBF to Select New AFBF President at Annual Convention Members of the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) will choose a new president today during the final day of the 2016 annual convention being held in Orlando. After 16 years as AFBF president, Bob Stallman is stepping down. Stallman offered words of advice and encouragement at the convention during his final …
Truth Matters to Consumers
Cathy Isom explains how telling consumers the truth about farm practices opens the door to understanding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …
Meetings for Peanut Farmers
There are some upcoming meetings and events, that Tyron Spearman reports may be of interest to peanut and nut growers across the Southeast. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …
Introduction of Soybeans into North America Historical Marker Erected
Saturday marked an exciting day for the American soybean industry. With research done by Dr. Ted Hymowitz and help from the Georgia Agricultural Commodity Commission for Soybeans, the Georgia/ Florida Soybean Association and the Georgia Historical Society, a historical marker was placed on Skidaway Island, Georgia to mark the place where soybeans were first introduced and grown in North America. …
Alabama NRCS Reminds Landowners of Nearing Deadline
Eligible landowners in Alabama are encouraged to apply for funding provided through the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. But USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama has this reminder, that applications are due by Friday, January 15, for 2016 funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending January 8, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about the annual American Farm Bureau Convention and IDEAg Trade Show taking place this weekend in Orlando, Florida, an update on peanut stocks which have really grown, have information on how new rules are keeping drones for farm use on the ground, agricultural education and training in …
New Leaders for National Peanut Board
New leaders for the National Peanut Board took over at the first of the year, as Tyron Spearman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle …
Florida Legislative Session Starts Tuesday
Florida lawmakers return to the Capitol Tuesday for the 2016 legislative session, and while some action will take place right off the bat, all lot of it will most likely occur near the end of the 60-day session. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well …
Discussing Climate Change in Alabama
Climate change is an issue we hear about quite frequently and according to Dr. William Puckett, Executive Director of the Alabama Soil and Water Conservation Committee, it’s one they’ve had discussions about especially at the Alabama Association of Conservation Districts annual meeting held just a few weeks ago. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the …
Peanut Stocks Are Up
The latest Peanut Stocks and Pressing Report indicates a pretty sizeable increase in peanut stocks, as Tyron Spearman has the numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle …