Florida Farm Bureau played a big role in The American Farm Bureau Federation’s successful, six-month campaign to oppose cap-and-trade climate change legislation. And national affairs coordinator for the Florida Farm Bureau Federation, Adam Basford, says the Don’t CAP Our Future campaign culminated last week when farmer and rancher members from across the country presented key lawmakers some of the 100,000 …
Drop in US Sugar Consumption and Demand
USDA’s March sugar outlook shows a decrease in U.S. sugar consumption and demand as World Agricultural Outlook Board chair, Gerry Bange, says there are two reasons for the decline. 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 …
Young Farmers & Ranchers Believe Communication is Critical
A survey conducted by the American Farm Bureau Federation showed that profitability, increasing government regulations and the impact of activist groups are the top concerns of America’s leading young farmers and ranchers. But committee chair, Will Gilmer, says a high majority of them also see the importance of communicating their message. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
Top 2010 Food Trends
Bon Appetit’s restaurant editor, Andrew Knowlton, has predicted the top food trends for 2010. 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
Farm Bureau in Tallahassee/New Ag Economic Study to be Presented
Some special events are on tap for hundreds of Florida Farm Bureau members at the state Capitol this week visiting lawmakers in this very tough budget year. Leading the group, Florida Farm Bureau President John Hoblick, speaking with us in this interview about the budget; a new ag economic study to be presented to ag committees; timing concerns of budget …
Auburn Research: Predatory Mite May Help Fight Satusma Pest
News Brief from UF/IFAS-3/16/10: Satsuma oranges, one of the most cold-tolerant citrus fruits, have long been produced on the U.S. Gulf Coast. And for just as long, growers have fought the destructive citrus red mite, which feeds on the satsuma’s leaves and fruit. But a study by Auburn University researchers indicates that three commercially available predatory mites are effective against …
FL Checkoff Facing Lower Cattle Numbers
Wes Williamsom, Treasurer of the Florida Beef Council, said with beef checkoff revenues down in the state, it’s a challenge to make those dollars work in the areas needed to promote their product in a unique state like Florida. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
NPB Celebrates Anniversary
A big event for the peanut industry was held last week in our nation’s capitol 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 …
FL Senate Ag Chair Baker: Ag Economics Critical to Budget Process
In a short interview following comments at Florida Farm Bureau’s legislative briefing Monday night, Senate Agriculture Chair Carey Baker discusses budget challenges, the expected release of the latest Florida agriculture economics study, and the importance of “Farm Bureau Days” at the state Capitol. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …
Farm Bureau Days in Tallahassee: Happy Birthday Senator Baker!
Florida Farm Bureau Legislative Affairs Director Ben Parks presents Senate Ag Chairman Carey Baker a birthday cake while House Ag Chair Trudi Williams looks on and Farm Bureau members sing at Monday night’s legislative briefing & BBQ. Baker and Williams updated key issues for several hundred FFB members in Tallahassee for the annual Farm Bureau Days legislative events. In a …