USDA Designates 4 Counties in Florida as Primary Natural Disaster Areas

WASHINGTON, Nov. 13, 2013 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated four counties in Florida as primary natural disaster areas due to losses caused by excessive rain that occurred May 1 – Sept. 25, 2013. Those counties are: Escambia Madison Santa Rosa Taylor “Our hearts Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …

Distinguishing Between Food Related Conditions

The National Peanut Board is working with the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics to educate those who actively recommend foods to eat or avoid about food allergies, sensitivities and celiac disease. 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, …

Details Surrounding USDA Specialty Crop Block Grants

Charles Parrott with USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service, gives more details regarding the various projects covered under USDA’s latest awards of Specialty Crop Block Grants. 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 …

Beef Checkoff Helping Meet Customer Needs

In our weekly “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by your beef checkoff, Sarabeth Barthle-Simmons from Sarasota, Florida talks about how the checkoff is helping producers meet their customer’s needs. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …

U.S. Cotton Farmers Producing a Quality Product in a Sustainable Way

According to Cotton Incorporated’s Mark Messura, U.S. cotton farmers continue to be leaders in the world market, because they produce a quality product in a sustainable manner. 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 …

Peanut Contracts Drop

Peanut contracts have dropped again as Tyron Spearman has the new prices being offered. 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

Plastic Mulch for Psyllid Control in Citrus

University of Florida entomologist Phil Stansly reports on promising results from trials using white and reflective plastic mulch to keep HLB-spreading psyllids away from young citrus trees. 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 …

Incentives Available for Farmers Considering Propane

Energy expenses often take up a large portion of a farmer’s input cost, but Mark Leitman director of business development and marketing for the Propane Education and Research Council (PERC), says they have incentives available for farmers wanting to try a less expensive option, propane. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …

Beef Industry Staying Connected with Consumers

In an effort to stay connected with consumers, the Beef Checkoff is making some changes to its marketing direction. Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council looks at how they will be targeting a specific demographic. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …

Conference Member Believes 2013 Farm Bill Could be Last for Decades

It is no secret that passing a new farm bill has been a struggle for the past couple of years, and farm bill conference committee member, Mike Rogers from Alabama believes it is important to get this year’s farm bill right, saying it could be the last one that passes for decades. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …