The importance of getting $11 million in USDA funding for HLB research, and the timeframe for getting it, are addressed by Florida Citrus Mutual CEO Mike Sparks. 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 …
No Change to Peanut Price & Southern Peanut Growers Conference
There was no change to this week’s peanut posted price as Tyron Spearman looks at where that currently stands along with a reminder about next week’s Southern Peanut Growers Conference in Panama City, Florida. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
FTA’s Pass First Hurdle, But What’s Next
Late last week both the House and Senate trade committees advanced the three trade deals for Korea, Colombia and Panama as American Farm Bureau Trade Specialist Chris Garza explains what’s next for the FTA’s. 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 …
Don’t Pack a Pest Campaign Debuts at Miami International Airport
Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Miami-Dade County, launched the “Don’t Pack a Pest” public awareness campaign today, with a public service announcement, billboards and dioramas on display at the Miami International Airport. Download …
Mosquito Control
Mosquitoes are not only a painful nuisance but of course can also carry serious diseases. And that’s why extension expert Barb Ogg says to choose wisely when selecting your control methods. 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, …
USDA Announces $11 Million In HLB Research Funding
The U.S. Department of Agriculture this week announced it will invest $2 million this year, and $9 million more over three years, into HLB, or citrus greening, research. More details are in this report. 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 …
USDA Strengthens Efforts to Address Citrus Greening
WASHINGTON, July 11, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture announced today that it seeks to establish a Citrus Disease Research and Development Advisory Committee comprised of representatives from both the citrus producer and scientific communities. The Advisory Committee would report to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and provide leadership to citrus disease scientists. Citrus greening is one of the most …
Florida Ag Commissioner Testifies before Senate Committee
This morning Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam testified before the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Pensacola, as the event was hosted by U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Mary Landrieu. Putnam addressed the economic and ecological recovery status and the effects the oil spill has had on the seafood and aquaculture industries. After his testimony Senator Rubio asked …
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Healthy Schools Healthy Lives Law
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight is about the passage and signing of the Healthy Schools for Healthy Lives Act, which consolidates the state’s school food and nutrition programs under the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services. More information is available online by clicking on Healthy Schools for Healthy Lives Act Fact Sheet. Download Audio You can follow Commissioner Putnam on …
Roundtable Participant Barben Addresses Fla. Citrus Grower Issues
Bobby Barben participated in the recent Citrus Industry magazine/Southeast AgNet Grower Roundtable. In these reports, he notes that the growers shared many of the same concerns, including labor, HLB, funding of research and marketing, and more. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …