From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Feb. 25, 2015 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced nearly $14 million in grants to support four programs to increase prosperity in rural America through research, education, and extension Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …
Pleased with New University of Florida/IFAS Hire
The University of Florida/IFAS has a new associate dean and state program leader for 4-H Youth Development, a key position for preparing our future agricultural leaders. Dr. Jack Payne, senior vice president for Agriculture and Natural Resources at UF, says they are very excited about this new hire. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board …
Cattle Industry Convention Info Available On-line
The Cattlemen’s College sessions at the recent Cattle Industry Convention in San Antonio, Texas were well attended. And now it’s been announced those sessions were recorded and are available online. Josh White, executive director of producer education for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, explains. Download Audio For more information click here. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …
NACD Outlines Appropriations Priorities
From the National Association of Conservation Districts: WASHINGTON, D.C.– February 25, 2015–In letters to the Chairmen and Ranking Members of the House and Senate Agriculture Appropriations Subcommittees, National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) President Lee McDaniel outlined NACD’s appropriations priorities for critical conservation programs, including Conservation Technical Assistance, Farm Bill Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board …
USDA Working on a Fix for a Problem Affecting Cotton Growers
Ronnie Lee, a Bronwood, Georgia cotton producer presented testimony this week during the Senate Agriculture, Nutrition & Forestry Committee’s hearing to review implementation of The Agricultural Act of 2014. He also was testifying on behalf of the Southern Peanut Farmers Federation. As part of his testimony, Lee stressed that one of the most challenging implementation issues has been Sponsored ContentCIR …
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Everett Griner talks about high priced food and drink being healthier in today’s Agri View. 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 16, 2026
Southeast AgNet This Week: CSP Signup Extended; Dietary Guidelines
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes details on extended Conservation Stewardship Program deadlines as well as concerns the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association has on recommendations for dietary guidelines. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
New Networking Tool to Bring Women in Agriculture Together
USDA Deputy Ag Secretary Krista Harden has created a new networking tool to bring women in Agriculture together. Cathy Isom tells us how this came about and how it works. Share your suggestions, stories and other snippets on how USDA can build a new generation of women in agriculture at agwomenlead@usda.gov. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
NCC: No Adverse Farm Law Changes or Budget Reductions
From the National Cotton Council: WASHINGTON, DC – With producers now making critical decisions on the new farm law’s various program options and with program election and sign-up deadlines still ahead, it would be highly disruptive and punitive to make adverse policy changes or budget reductions while the new farm law is being implemented. That was the assessment conveyed here …
Crop Insurance Closing Date Is February 28
USDA is reminding farmers that the closing date for crop insurance for most crops is coming up February 28. 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 …