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Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion Programs

The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues to provide vital funding for research, promotion, and educational efforts within the state’s beef industry. This support helps programs that aim to educate both the public and professionals about beef production, quality, and safety standards. Rick Hartman, chairman of the Florida Beef Council, highlighted some of the food service educational events made possible through …

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Florida Legislature Underway With Bills Impacting Agriculture Being Considered

Florida Legislative Session Advances Key Bills Impacting Agriculture The Florida legislative session is now underway, and lawmakers are already moving forward with several bills that could have a significant impact on the state’s agricultural industry. From broad farm policy reforms to liability protections, agriculture-related legislation is gaining early momentum in both chambers. One of the most notable measures is Senate …

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Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board

The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board plays a critical role in advancing research that directly impacts the Florida cattle industry. By funding targeted, science-based projects, the board helps address Florida-specific challenges while supporting transparency, innovation, and workforce development within the livestock sector. We spoke with Dr. Maria Silveira, Director of Research with the Noble Research Institute, who conducted research funded by …

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Florida Beef Council Excited For New Dietary Guidelines

Florida Beef Council Welcomes New Dietary Guidelines Emphasizing Protein and Whole Foods The Florida Beef Council is welcoming the release of the updated Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which place a strong emphasis on whole foods and high-quality protein. As conversations around nutrition and healthy lifestyles continue to grow, beef is once again being recognized as an important part of a …

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Florida’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program Application Cycle Open

Florida farmers and ranchers have a new opportunity to protect working agricultural lands as the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP) opens its latest application cycle. Applications are now being accepted through January 23, 2026, offering landowners a chance to partner with the state to preserve agricultural operations that are increasingly threatened by urban development. Administered by the Florida …

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Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement Board

Florida Cattle Producers Ensure Research-Focused Funding Through Cattle Enhancement Board Florida cattle producers have taken a deliberate approach to ensure that funding generated for the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board (FCEB) is directed almost entirely toward research, rather than being absorbed by administrative costs. This structure has helped build trust with lawmakers, researchers, and producers while maximizing the impact of every …