As we commemorate the 69th Anniversary of D-Day, we look back at how the nation’s farmers helped to make D-Day and the entire World War II effort a success. 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 …
Canola What?
Canola: A growing health crop. More and more people are using canola oil. Everett Griner tells us a little bit about canola. 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 …
Floridians Encouraged to Monitor Storm System in Gulf of Mexico
TALLAHASSEE – Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) officials urge Floridians to stay alert as a storm system in the Gulf of Mexico will bring the potential threat for heavy rainfall and severe weather through Friday. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …
Future of the Beef Business Depends on the Checkoff
In our “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by your beef checkoff, this week we hear from Chuck Joiner of Carrollton, Georgia who is a big believer in the checkoff and encourages producers to learn more about it. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
Preparing for Cattle Industry Summer Conference
Cattle producers across the country are being reminded about the 2013 Cattle Industry Summer Conference coming up Aug. 7-10 in Denver, Colorado. Representatives of some of the most influential cattle industry organizations will be on hand, as the event represents Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Many Potential Benefits to the Addition of Japan to the TPP
The addition of Japan to the Trans-Pacific Partnership negotiations next month, could mean big things for our agricultural sector. 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 …
South Florida Drought Issue Now a Flooding Concern
When this spring began Florida farmers were facing a growing drought problem, but now USDA Meterologist Brad Rippey says it is the possibility of flooding that has their attention. 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 …
Citrus Industry Pioneer Passes
Indian River citrus pioneer Barnette Ellis “Barney” Greene, Jr. passed away peacefully on May 31, 2013 at age 90. He made significant contributions to the production, packing and marketing of citrus worldwide, and was inducted into the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame and Florida Citrus Hall of Fame. Read more about his citrus contributions. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Update on High-Density Citrus Harvester
University of Florida researcher Tom Burks updates efforts to create a viable over-the-top mechanical harvester that could be used in high-density groves. High-density planting is one aspect of an advanced citrus production system intended to obtain early and high production in the face of greening, or HLB. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. …
Senate Closing in on Final Farm Bill Vote
A final vote on the Senate farm bill could come as early as Thursday – but is more likely next Monday. Senate Majority Leader Harry Reid filed cloture on S. 954 late Tuesday evening – with a cloture vote set for 10 o’clock Eastern time Thursday morning. If the 60-vote threshold is met – a vote on final passage would …