USDA has announced new programs designed to help farmers better manage risk. And according to Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, farmers will have several important decisions to make over the next few months with the opportunity to make the first of those this coming Monday. Download Audio USDA helped create online tools that allow farmers to enter information about their operation …
Bequest Expands IFAS Citrus Research Land
Dr. Jack Payne, University of Florida IFAS senior vice-president for ag and natural resources, talks about a gift their Citrus Research and Education Center in Lake Alfred received which will help them expand their citrus research efforts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …
U.S. Forest Service Encourages Participation in Public Lands Day
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Sept. 25, 2014 — The U.S. Forest Service is offering a fee-free day on Sept. 27, 2014 in conjunction with the 21st annual National Public Lands Day (NPLD), the Nation’s largest, single-day volunteer effort for public lands projects that ensure sustainable ecosystems and promote vibrant communities. “On National Public Lands Day, we welcome …
Positive Outlook
Everett Griner talks about agriculture’s good times continuing in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers …
NACD Meets with EPA to Discuss Concerns on Proposed “Waters of the U.S.” Rule
From the National Association of Conservation Districts: WASHINGTON, DC—September 25, 2015—National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) leadership met with representatives of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) today to express concerns on behalf of member conservation districts regarding the proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule. Unfortunately representatives of the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers were unable to attend due to …
Citrus Grower, Organizer Discuss Candidate Forum
Citrus grower and Florida Citrus Mutual President Larry Black in the first report reacts to a Thursday Florida Cabinet candidates forum in Orlando. In the second report, Ron O’Connor of Farm Credit of Central Florida discusses the forum’s purpose. O’Connor is director of marketing and governmental affairs for Farm Credit, which sponsored the forum along with the Agriculture Institute of …
Looking at Changes for AM Radio
Efforts are underway to see what can be done to update AM radio. Cindy Zimmerman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle …
Livestock Forage Disaster Program Deadline Approaching
Next Tuesday, September 30 is an important date for eligible livestock producers, as that’s the deadline to sign up for a USDA Farm Bill livestock disaster program and receive full payment. USDA Farm Service Agency Administrator Val Dolcini explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
Florida Candidates Forum
Farm Credit and the Agriculture Institute of Florida held a Candidates Forum today at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Ernie Neff was there and has this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
National Pork Producers Council Statement on the Transpacific Partnership Negotiations
The National Pork Producers Council thanks U.S. trade officials for diligently working to achieve an outcome in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations that would benefit all sectors of our nation’s economy, including agriculture. At the same time, we must also express our deep disappointment in Japan’s continuing rejection of the fundamental terms of a successful TPP agreement, as agreed upon …