New CEU Article in Citrus Industry Magazine

Earn one Core continuing education unit (CEU) by reading the Citrus Industry article, “Pesticide law,” and passing the accompanying test. The article, authored by University of Florida’s Stephen H. Futch, is now available online and will appear in the May issue of Citrus Industry magazine. This CEU will be available until April 30, 2014. Earn your CEU here. Sponsored ContentVerdant …

Continue Celebrating Earth Day with Florida NRCS Earth Day Event

The official date of Earth Day may have already past, but Mimi Williams, Florida NRCS state agronomist and plant materials specialist, encourages folks to continue to celebrate, by joining them for their annual Earth Day event on May 10, 2013. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Border Sprays Could Help Prevent Stink Bugs From Crossing Over

Research has found that cotton fields adjacent to either peanuts or soybeans tend to have more stink bugs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of …

Drought and Salinity Major Factors in Oyster Decline

A recently released report shows that it is not oil harming the oyster populations in the Apalachicola Bay, but drought and increased salinity in the bay contributing to the dramatic drop-off in oyster landings. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied …

A Course Correction for Produce Food Price Inflation

A USDA Economist explains why what appears to be a large increase in fruit and vegetable prices isn’t as large as it seems. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune …

Florida Agriculture-500 Years in the Making: Origins of Florida’s Cracker Cattle

As part of a series of features called “Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making,” Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the origins of Florida’s Cracker Cattle. Download Audio Click Here to hear Putnam tell numerous other interesting stories about Florida’s agricultural history. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on Charitable Contributions

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam, talks about charitable giving in the aftermath of a tragedy or disaster. All charities soliciting within the state of Florida (excluding religious, educational and governmental entities) are required to register and file financial information with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. To check whether or not a …

Endless Research

Everett Griner tells us how crop disease is a constant challenge for our producers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the …

Ag in Review for the Week of April 22, 2013

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle …

One Week to go for Florida Legislature

Next week the 2013 Florida Legislative Session will wrap up and Director of Governmental Affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, Sam Ard, looks at the budget and other items of interests Florida Cattlemen have been watching. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers …