Planting Progress and Crop Conditions

Each week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture releases planting progress and crop conditions for row crops. Tyron Spearman reports on where the various crops stand as of this past Sunday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …

May Citrus Crop Forecast: 6 Million Drop in Valencias

Mark Hudson, with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agriculture Statistics Service in Washington, D.C., delivered the May citrus crop forecast. He reported Florida Valencia oranges having a drop of 6 million boxes. Hudson reported this was due to utilization. Download Audio USDA Citrus May Forecast Maturity Test Results and Fruit Size form. The June crop forecast will be given …

Final 2014 Cotton Numbers

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) has released the final production figures from the 2014 cotton crop. Angie Considine with NASS in Washington, D.C., reports that the crop was up 26 percent from the previous year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Florida Agricultural Biotechnology Literacy and Communication Day

Plant biotechnology was the topic of discussion during an event held in Gainesville Monday. Josh McGill was there and has this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …

Florida Farmers Heading to Capitol Hill

From the Florida Farm Bureau Federation: Gainesville, Fla. – Area farmers and ranchers will speak up for their livelihoods when they visit with the Florida Congressional delegation in Washington, D.C. this week. The May 13-15 visit is part of Florida Farm Bureau Federation’s Annual Field to the Hill trip to the nation’s capital. More than 80 Farm Bureau members from …

Florida Beef Month Going Well

May Beef Month continues in Florida, and Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council is pleased with the ways things have gone thus far. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …

Florida Cattlemen to Meet in 5 Weeks

The Florida Cattlemen’s Association reminds producers and ranchers across the state that their annual convention is just around the corner. It will be held June 16-18 at the Omni Orlando Resort at Champions Gate. For more information go to floridacattlemen.org. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …

Weather Philosophy

Everett Griner talks about forecasting emphasis changing in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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

Farmer’s Market Phenomenon

Cathy Isom talks about the Farmer’s Market Phenomenon – why the most traditional way to buy and sell farm products is becoming more popular. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …

Florida Forest Service Accepting Applications for Southern Pine Beetle Assistance and Prevention

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Florida Forest Service is now accepting applications for the Southern Pine Beetle Assistance and Prevention Program. The application period runs from today through June 30. The program is available to non-industrial private forest landowners. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …