Some Specialty Crop Producers Receive Significant Freeze Damage

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

As producers start to assess the damage from the recent freezes, Hendry County Extension Director, Gene McAvoy, says with some areas experiencing at least 6 hours of below freezing temperatures there has been some significant damage. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …

Another Successful Year for Trees for Troops

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Forestry, General, Nursery Crops

Trees for Troops has once again been a success as Rick Dungey, public relations manager for the National Christmas Tree Association, says that all of the Christmas Trees have been delivered for this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, …

Both House and Senate Approve Tax Bill

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock

Both the House and the Senate voted this week to approve the Tax Relief, Unemployment Insurance Reauthorization and Job Creation Act of 2010. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …

No Change to Peanut Posted Price & SURE Signup in January

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts

There was no change this week to the peanut posted price as Tyron Spearman has that information along with a reminder about the signup for the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Program coming up next month. Price: Download Audio SURE: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well …

Update on Cotton Incorporated’s BHAG

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Florida, Georgia

Well last year we introduced you to Cotton Incorporated’s BHAG, also known at the Big Hairy Audacious Goal to have parts of the cotton field with zero nitrogen. And in the following two reports, Vice President of agricultural research, Kater Hake, gives us an update on the progress they have made in obtaining that goal. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored …

NCBA Calls Estate Tax Vote Victory for US Cattle Producers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock

WASHINGTON (Dec. 16, 2010) – Despite calls to amend the estate tax language, the U.S. House of Representatives voted in favor of farmers, ranchers and small business owners, according to Illinois cattleman and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) President Steve Foglesong. He said it was unfortunate to hear some Congressional leaders portray the reformation of the estate tax to a …

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Dan Agri View, Alabama, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia

Today Everett Griner tells us about a rare case of bovine triplets. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida …

Cold but Not Freezing Temps Now Expected

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables, Weather

USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says it now looks like the storm brewing in the gulf will not be intense enough to bring cold Canadian air back into Florida, but adds that producers should not get too comfortable as it looks like it is going to be a very long winter. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …

Farm and Ranch Families Work Video Contest

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Farm Bureau members are invited to shoot and share their best home videos of just how challenging, arduous and grungy farm and ranch work can be. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …

FL Extends Emergency Order to Assist with Crop Transport

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables, Weather

TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture and Consumer Services Commissioner Charles H. Bronson has requested and received an extension of the Governor’s Executive Order declaring a state of emergency in order to help farmers respond to this week’s cold snap. The extension will continue the temporary suspension of weight restriction for trucks until December 31. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable …