FL Special Session Adjourned with Limited Discussion

Randall Weiseman Florida, General

The special session called by Governor Charlie Crist to debate putting a constitutional amendment to ban oil drilling off the coast was adjourned shortly after it started. However, House and Senate Leaders say a September special session is planned to deal with the economic aftermath of the oil spill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received …

Tractor Sales Surging as EPA Regulations Loom

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

As strict new EPA emissions standard changes are set to go into effect in 2011, sales of four-wheel-drive tractors are surging. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …

New Citrus Ads By New Agency Won’t Be Used

Dan Citrus, Florida

The first orange juice commercials that new Florida Department of Citrus advertising agency BBDO Atlanta proposed didn’t play well with focus groups and won’t be used. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff has the report. Download Audio Post sponsor: Copper coverage with Less Metallic Copper per acre. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

House Ag Subcommittee Reviews Livestock Programs

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Georgia, Livestock, Pork

The proposed changes to the rules for the Packers and Stockyards Act was one of the most disccused items when the House Ag Subcommittee on Livestock met yesterday to review livestock and related USDA programs ahead of the 2012 Farm Bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports …

Seminar Speaker Spotlight: Eduardo Feichtenberger

Tacy Callies Citrus, Citrus Expo News, Florida, International

Plant pathologist Eduardo Feichtenberger from the Instituto BiolĂłgico, of the SĂŁo Paulo State Department of Agriculture, will discuss how Brazil manages citrus black spot on Aug. 19 at 10:00 a.m. during the Citrus Expo seminars. With a bachelor’s degree in agronomy (1971) and in business administration (1973), and an master’s degree in plant pathology from the University of California – …

Bio-Energy

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Energy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Everett Griner tells us who is making the big profits on energy. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle …

Know Your Farmer Know Your Food Beneficial to Rural Communities

Randall Weiseman Florida

Florida Farm Service Agency Director, Tim Manning, says the Obama Administration’s “Know Your Farmer, Know Your Food” initiative is designed for both consumers and for those who make their living in the ag industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida …

Amendment 4 Could be Devastating to FL Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Florida, General

Political season is in full swing in Florida but it’s not all about those running for office, As Florida House Representative, Trudi Williams, says there is a ballot initiative that those in agriculture need to be well aware of. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education …

Two Small Farm Listening Sessions Scheduled

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops

Florida has two small farm listening sessions have been scheduled to seek input on food safety requirements for small farm facilities. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …

CEUs Announced for Citrus Expo

Tacy Callies Citrus, Citrus Expo News, Florida, International

On Wednesday, Aug. 18, Citrus Expo attendees will be able to earn 5 continuing education units (CEUs) by attending the seminar program from 9:30-4:00. An additional 3.5 CEUs will be available for day two of the program, Thursday, Aug. 19, from 9:00-12:00. As previously announced, Certified Crop Advisor (CCAs) credits will also be available both days of the show, with 3.5 …