The Farm Service Agency Administrator says signup for two Farm Bill livestock disaster programs is going well so far. Eligible producers will have the remainder of this year, and part of next, to sign up. Rod Bain has more on this story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on Ag Literacy Day
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about Agriculture Literacy Day and the importance of our young students learning about where their food comes from. More information is available online by clicking on Ag Lit Day. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Sponsored ContentFL Cattle …
Guard Dogs
Everett Griner talks about a good way to protect your cattle. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending April 25, 2014
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFL 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, 2026Florida Cattle …
Scientific Tool from Plant Waste
Researchers at the University of Florida have created a plant waste nanotube to deliver DNA directly into the nucleus of human cells in tissue culture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL 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 …
USDA Export Programs in Full Swing Again
Thanks to the new farm bill, USDA’s export programs are operating again. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …
Disaster Signup Reminder
Eligible farmers and ranchers have been taking part in the signup for USDA’s disaster assistance programs. Tyron Spearman has a reminder that if you haven’t done so yet to stop by your local FSA office and see if you qualify. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …
Good Cattle Handling Techniques are Important
According to Dr. Temple Grandin, good cattle handling techniques start with low stress handling techniques. And getting rid of any and all distractions can make a big difference in how they handle. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers …
Citrus Department Finalizing PR, Marketing Plans
The Florida Department of Citrus is working on plans to emphasize public relations and retail marketing efforts. It is working with orange juice brands, which have suggested that the department emphasize those areas while the brands handle OJ advertising. Department of Citrus Executive Director Doug Ackerman reports. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Researchers Find Infertility Factor in Cows
Reproductive efficiency is an important trait for a cow-calf operation to be economical. Females usually inherit an X chromosome from each parent and males typically inherit an X and Y chromosome. But results from an interesting study, which included a few cattle from Florida, are out. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …