Canola Fuel

Today Everett Griner tells us how canola has become a versatile and valuable crop. 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

FL Plant to get Dollars for Biofuels Project

In Florida, the INEOS New Planet BioEnergy, LLC. in Vero Beach has been selected to receive a $75 million loan guarantee to construct and operate a bio-refinery capable of producing 8 million gallons-per-year of cellulosic ethanol. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …

Senators Trying to Protect Farmers

Two Senators are working to help reduce burdensome regulations on farmers as Tyron Spearman has the details. 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

Department of Citrus Back To 5-Day Week On Senator’s Advice

On the advice of State Sen. JD Alexander, the Florida Department of Citrus staff this week returned to a five-day work week. Department Executive Director Ken Keck explains the move to a four-day work week last year, and the move back this week. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly …

Citrus Industry eNews: CHMAs Growing, New CEU Article and More

If you would like to receive the eNews version directly via e-mail, please subscribe here. Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive sponsor: Special Rebate Offer Jan. 1-May 31, 2011 DON’T MISS THIS Citrus Health Management Areas Growing; More Needed Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …

Beef Checkoff Discussed at Cattle Convention

Many topics are being discusssed at the 2011 Cattle Industry Convention in Denver including the beef checkoff and how dollars are down due to declining cattle numbers. CEO of the Cattlemen’s Beef Board Tom Ramey said that is also coupled with the fact the dollar just does not go nearly as far as it did back when the checkoff first …

Some Hot News Regarding Research in Pain Management

Many researchers are particularly interested in capsaicin, the active compound in chili peppers responsible for their fiery sensation. Capsaicin works by stimulating pain receptors in the body, specifically targeting the TRPV1 receptor, which detects heat and pain. While this might sound counterintuitive, exposing these receptors to capsaicin can eventually desensitize them, leading to long-term pain relief. Scientists are exploring ways …

Jingle What?

The Christmas tree industry is declining. Everett Griner tells us 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 Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026

FL Volusia County Designated as a Primary Natural Disaster Area

WASHINGTON, Feb. 2, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated Volusia County in Florida as a natural disaster area due to losses caused by frosts and freezes that occurred Dec. 7-30, 2010. “President Obama and I understand these conditions caused severe damage to nursery crops, and we want to help,” said Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack. “This action will …

GA Promoting BQA Course

This week’s BQA Quality Report is brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs as Josh White, Executive Vice President of the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association, says they want to help producers with BQA certification. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting MyBeefCheckoff.com\bqa Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps …