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Good Crop Yields at Sunbelt Expo & Where is the Farm Bill?
We’ve been hearing reports as to how good some of the yields are with both peanut and cotton harvest underway across the southeast, and that’s also the case with the crops at the Sunbelt Ag Expo as Tyron Spearman has that story, along with an update on the possibilities of when we might see a new farm bill. Yields: Download …
Compromise Proposed in Tomato Suspension Case
A compromise has been offered on the 16-year-old suspension agreement between US and Mexican tomato growers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida …
Pomegranate Thoughts from a Florida Citrus Man
Mickey Page, research farm manager at the Mid-Florida Citrus Foundation, has been growing some pomegranates at the foundation’s Water Conserv II grove and farm near Winter Garden. He discusses the fruit as a possible alternative crop for Florida citrus growers. He addresses the uses and markets for pomegranates, his experience growing them, and more. Download Audio THANK YOU to our …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Chef Justin in London
On this week’s Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight, Chef Justin Timineri, the “Fresh From Florida” Culinary Ambassador, talks about his visit to London during the 2012 Summer Olympics to promote fresh Florida produce and Florida Gulf seafood. While there, Chef Justin showcased Florida’s cuisine to medal winners and Olympic legends at the USA House. Download Audio More information is available online by …
More Corn
Everett Griner tells us what impact the drought has had on the 2012 corn crop. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle …
Pass the Pickles Please
Pickles have long been a favorite of many and are now making their mark as nutritious snack option. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between …
Cattle Producers Should Expect Good Prices Next Year
During the Sunbelt Ag Expo this week, University of Georgia Livestock Economist Dr. Curt Lacy talked with producers about the outlook for the cattle industry, noting they should expect prices next year to be similar to what we’ve had this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop …
Ag Industry Hoping to See Farm Bill Brought Up in Lame Duck Session
Craig Brown, vice president for producer affairs with the National Cotton Council, says a lot of those in the ag sector are hoping to see the Farm Bill brought up after the elections. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida …
Sunbelt Director Pleased with 35th Show
The 35th annual Sunbelt Ag Expo wrapped up yesterday afternoon as Tyron Spearman caught up afterwards with show director Chip Blalock who was pleased with this year’s event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical …