FL NRCS Organic Initiatives Reminder

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Vegetables

Just a quick reminder that the 2010 funding deadline for the Natural Resources Conservation Service Organics Initiative is coming up on March 12, 2010. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Mechanically Harvesting Citrus Discussed By Experts

Dan Citrus, Florida

Many believe mechanical harvesting must be broadly adopted in Florida for citrus growers to be competitive and survive. In this series, a grower and researchers discuss many mechanical harvesting issues, ranging from impediments to its adoption to the promise it holds. In the first report, multi-county citrus extension agent Mongi Zekri and Duda grove manager Mark Colbert say most mechanical …

USDA and FDA Continuing Cooperative Food Safety Efforts

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The U.S. Department of Agriculture and Food and Drug Administration are continuing to work together to enhance the safety and quality of fresh produce. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Lacy Morrone-Cramer Wins the $25,000 HITS Grand Prix

Randall Weiseman Equine, Florida, General, Livestock

OCALA, FL (February 19, 2010)–The winner of Thursday’s $25,000 HITS Grand Prix, presented by Pfizer Animal Health, was HITS veteran Lacy Morrone-Cramer on Ulysses Van De Krekebeke. “He’s [Ulysses Van De Krekebeke] right at home,” said an excited Morrone-Cramer of Pittstown, New Jersey, standing next to her husband and trainer Adam Cramer, who also competed in the class. Sponsored ContentCIR …

Chill Hours

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Peach and apple growers are optimistic. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Decision About Review of Key Pesticide Ruling Expected Next Week

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

More water issues are on the forefront as the U.S. Supreme Court is expected to announce next week whether it will review a lower court ruling imposing Clean Water Act permitting requirements on the application of pesticides on, over or near water. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember …

USDA Proposes Changes in Crop Insurance Program

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

The USDA has proposed changes in the Crop Insurance Program that will improve producer access to crop insurance. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

I Love Farmers…They Feed My Soul

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

There is a new campaign designed to close the disconnect that a lot of consumers have from the farm. And in these three reports, Annalisa Clarke, manager of the I Love Farmers…They Feed My Soul campaign, explains how they are using the social media platform to reach their target audience. Download Audio Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …

FCA Tracking FL House Bill 285

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, General, Livestock

In advance of the Florida Legislative session which starts March 2nd, various committee meetings have been held to get the stage set. And according to Florida Cattlemen’s Association’s Sam Ard, one of those recent meetings concerned an issue they are watching closely. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember …

Peanut Pricing Update

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

Today we get the latest details concerning contracts and posted prices for peanuts from Tyron Spearman. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025