Florida

Cotton Condition Steady, Peanuts Continue to Improve

There have been a few showers here and there, but the summer heat is being felt on the nation’s cotton crop. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey has the latest cotton condition numbers. And when it comes to the peanut crop, Rippey notes there has been an improvement overall, but the crop is not quite as good as it was a year ago at this …

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Cotton Condition Declining, Peanuts Improving

The summer heat is starting to take a toll on the nation’s cotton crop, while here in the Southeast, we did see an improvement in the peanut crop. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey explains why the cotton conditions are declining.  And Rippey also has the latest on the peanut crop, which did see an improvement this past week.  According to the USDA National Agricultural …

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Southern Crops in Drought Coverage

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey talks about recent drought coverage percentages for Southern crops such as cotton and peanuts. 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

APRES Holds Annual Peanut Meeting

The American Peanut Research and Education Society is holding their annual meeting this week in Oklahoma City, OK. Tyron Spearman has the details. 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 …

Peanut Usage Sees Decline

The peanut market has seen some unfavorable movement lately. Tyron Spearman reports. 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

Looking at the Current Peanut Crop

Mixed crop conditions make for an interesting report from Tyron Spearman. 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

Promoting Peanut Protein

The National Peanut Board is working to promote peanut protein in new ways. Tyron Spearman reports. 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

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A Look at Florida’s Peanut Crop

During the recent USA Peanut Congress, updates were given on the state of Florida’s peanut crop. Tyron Spearman reports. 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

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New Format for Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Research Days

The Sunbelt Ag Expo has announced they will be showcasing their field research in a new format that will actually span over a two-week period. The 2024 Field Research Days are scheduled for July 10-24, and farmers are invited to stop by at their convenience during this two-week period. During the self-guided driving tour of the Darrell Williams Research Farm located at the Expo …

A Look at Alabama’s Peanut Crop

During the recent USA Peanut Congress, updates were given on the state of Alabama’s peanut crop. Tyron Spearman reports. 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