Looking at the Issues and Opportunities Facing Farmers in 2010

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock

Agriculture Department Chief Economist Joe Glauber gives a preview on what 2010 may bring for farmers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester …

Public Hearings Set for Proposed Water Quality Standards

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

The Environmental Protection Agency will hold three hearings to gather public input on its proposed water quality rules that will have numeric thresholds for nutrients flowing into the state’s lakes and waterways. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida …

FAWN TO HOST WINTER WEATHER SCHOOL

Dan Citrus, Florida

Amidst the state’s most severe cold snap since 2001, Florida farmers are being forced to pull out all the winter-weather stops to keep their crops healthy. For those left feeling unprepared by this challenging chill, Florida Automated Weather Network (FAWN) will be hosting a winter weather seminar on Jan. 12 at the Polk County Extension Office in Bartow, Fla. Sponsored …

Fresh Citrus Recipe Contest Deadline Is Jan. 15

Dan Citrus, Florida

Citrus lovers have the opportunity to put their culinary creativity to the test for a chance to compete in the Florida Citrus. Healthy. Pure & Simple(r) recipe contest at the 2010 Florida State Fair. The Florida Department of Citrus and the Florida State Fair are looking for original recipes that showcase the taste, versatility, and nutrition benefits of fresh citrus. …

Growers Fighting a Five Night Freeze

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

We are currently in the midst of five straight nights of temperatures below freezing for the strawberry growing region and it looks like the worse is yet to come. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, …

Hazardous Jobs

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar

Farming is still one of the most hazardous jobs in the U.S. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture …

Details on High Tunnel Project

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, USDA-NRCS, Vegetables

The Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief, Dave White, gives more details on the three year high tunnel project aimed at increasing the availability of locally grown produce in a conservation-friendly way. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef …

Pacing Your Weight Loss

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Vegetables

Some consumers may feel like they packed on a few too many pounds this holiday season, but experts say to be careful with quick fixes and fad diets. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida …

Potato Expo Underway in Orlando

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The second annual Potato Expo is well under way in Orlando as National Potato Council Executive Vice President and CEO John Keeling says it’s a chance for the entire industry to get together. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the …

USDA and IRS Reach Agreement

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

USDA has finalized a Memorandum of Understanding with the Internal Revenue Service to ensure that payments from FSA and NRCS are not issued to producers whose adjusted gross income exceeds certain limits. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida …