As part of a series of features called “Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making,” Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam briefly tells the history of Florida’s citrus industry. Download Audio Click Here to hear Putnam tell numerous other interesting stories about Florida’s agricultural history. This citrus news post sponsored by: Rural America’s customer-owned lending partner. Phone toll free …
New Bans in Effect
Russia has halted U.S. beef imports. Everett Griner discusses this. 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
Citrus Institute Focus is HLB
A few hundred citrus growers greatly concerned about HLB heard primarily about that disease and efforts to manage it at Tuesday’s Florida Citrus Growers’ Institute in Avon Park. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …
Cattlemen’s Beef Board Statement
Here is a statement by Weldon Wynn, Cattlemen’s Beef Board Chairman & Cattle Producer from Star City, Arkansas concerning the Office of Inspector General Audit: “We are gratified that the Office of Inspector General (OIG) audit of the Beef Checkoff Program for the years 2008-2010 identified no audit issues and reported Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …
The Link Between Alzheimer’s and Olive Oil
The prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease is lower in Mediterranean countries, where extra virgin olive oil consumption is higher. And now researchers believe they’ve unlocked the mystery of why. 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 …
Citrus Administrative Committee (CAC) Amending Order
The organization that administers a fresh citrus fruit marketing order in Florida plans some amendments and is nominating board members. CAC Manager Duke Chadwell reports. Download Audio This citrus news post sponsored by: Got Labor? Need Labor? Phone toll free 1-877-758-5035 Click here to contact Labor Solutions TODAY! Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …
Florida NRCS Helping Farmers Refocus on Soil Health
District Conservationist Chuck O’Rourke with the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida says that they are focusing more attention on soil health, to allow our farmers and ranchers better opportunities to feed the world more profitably and sustainably. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Florida to Receive $6 Million for Agriculture Pest and Disease Control
Florida is set to receive $6 million in federal funding through the federal Farm Bill to help eradicate pests and control diseases that affect agriculture. 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 …
Florida Cattlewomen to Attend Walk for Diabetes
Thanks to Florida Beef Council, through information provided by the beef checkoff, the Florida Cattlewomen’s Association will be at an event this month to talk with consumers about the healthy benefits of beef. 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 …
Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making: The Series Continues
In this writing, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam continues his educational outreach effort to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de León on our shores, and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. This is a real treat for anyone interested in the real story behind the …