A 2-cent-per-box tax decrease ordered this week for the Florida Department of Citrus will offset a 2-cent-per-box tax increase that growers will pay next season to fund research for HLB and other serious diseases. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research …
Water Power
Everett Griner tells us about an unmentioned tool…the windmill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida Director Encouraged About the FutureMarch 27, 2026
Reminder of NRCS Organic Initiative Deadline
Friday, May 20 is the deadline for organic producers to take advantage of this round of funding from USDA’s Organic Initiative. Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Dave White says the program is designed to offer assistance for certified organic producers and those transitioning to organic production to implement resource conservation practices on their agricultural operations. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship …
Despite Rumors No Sugar Shortage Concerns for the U.S
Citing sugar shortages, some in Congress are pushing to eliminate the no-cost U.S. sugar program, but American Sugar Alliance Economist Jack Roney says the new market projections from USDA show that sugar shortages are not an issue. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker …
Discovering the True Benefits of Herbal Teas
Herbal teas have a long storied history regarding their medicinal powers, but Diane McKay of USDA’s Agricultural Research Service says human trials have just begun to determine their true benefits. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, …
FL Producer Pleased with Beef Checkoff Investment
“Get to know your beef checkoff” is our weekly series brought to you by the beef checkoff as Andy Tucker, a beef producer Brevard County, Florida, enjoyed his experience of serving on the Cattlemen’s Beef Board saying he learned a lot about checkoff including it’s return on investment. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Insect Invasion
There is another imported bug problem. Everett Griner tells us what is it and where it came from. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers …
Sugarcane Growers Scheduled to Face More Water Restrictions
The lingering drought is straining water supplies for sugar cane growers and other farmers and will soon force them to cut their water use by 45 percent. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Immigration Reform Being Discussed on a Federal Level
Even after state legislative sessions have come to a close, immigration remains a hot button issue as Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack says they realize the need for federal reform. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle …
FBC Board Members Represent Producers
The Florida Beef Council held their quarterly meeting last week as Ashley Hughes explains the board members all represent different organizations involved in cattle production. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That …