Bob Adair of the Florida Research Center for Agricultural Sustainability reports on impressive results from the use of metallized reflective mulch and compost on newly planted trees. An in-depth article about this research will appear in the January issue of Citrus Industry magazine. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Holiday Consumer Protection
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about how to make the most of your charitable contributions during the holiday season. Download Audio To learn more click, Charitable Contributions or Gift Giver’s Guide. You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentCIR …
Upcoming Peanut Events
There are some upcoming events that may be of interest to peanut growers, 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 through SharpShooter™June …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending December 18, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, cotton growers are eager to see if efforts by the National Cotton Council to provide them access to safety net options will occur, we have an update on the peanut harvest, talk about how many calories are really in walnuts, look at labels saying “farm raised” and more. To …
Vilsack on the COOL Requirements for Beef and Pork
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement regarding the language in the omnibus bill repealing the country of origin labeling requirements for beef and pork products. “The omnibus bill repealed the country of origin labeling (COOL) requirements for muscle cuts of beef and pork, and ground beef and pork. Effective immediately, USDA is not enforcing the COOL requirements …
Feds Say Pipelines Would Have Limited Environmental Impact
From: News Service of Florida Staff of the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission issued a report Friday that said hundreds of miles of pipelines that would deliver natural gas to Florida would have a relatively limited environmental impact. The report is an important step for the Sabal Trail pipeline, which would run from Alabama to Osceola County, and the Florida Southeast …
Keeping Christmas Trees Fresh
To keep your holiday tree merry and bright even past Christmas, there are a few things you can do to make that happen. Today Cathy Isom gives us some helpful tips to keep our Christmas tree in tip top shape throughout the holiday season. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …
Omnibus Approval Key for Cattle Producers
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) recently released a video regarding the omnibus approval which includes key measures for cattle producers, including the repeal of Country of Origin Labeling known as COOL. 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 …
Almonds may help Augment Nutrients in Diet
From UF/IFAS Communications: By Brad Buck GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Eating a moderate amount of almonds each day may enrich the diets of adults and their young children, according to a new study by researchers at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …
University of Florida/IFAS Research Efforts Continue
Many types of research projects are underway at all times at the University of Florida/IFAS and Dr. Jack Payne, senior vice president for Agriculture and Natural Resources, explains why. 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 …