Friends of IFAS Encouraged to Contact Congressman Regarding Budget

IFAS stakeholders are encouraged to lobby their representatives and senators, specifically House Subcommittee Agriculture Appropriations member, Congressman Tom Rooney, regarding the proposed FY 2014 budget. 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 …

Ag Secretary Explains USDA’s Proposed 2014 Budget

The proposed Fiscal Year 2014 budget for USDA has been released as Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack gives us a few highlights of the plan which includes less funding than this year. 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, …

Electric vs. Diesel

Everett Griner tells us why farmers are switching. 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

More Information on Upcoming Alabama NRCS Forest Field Day

Alabama NRCS State Forester Tim Albritton gives us more details on the Managing Woodlands and Wildlife in Challenging Times field day coming up on April 18. 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 …

By the Signs

Farmers used to use Zodiac signs to plant. Times have changed. Everett Griner explains. 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

USDA Continuing to be Proactive Regarding Budget Cuts

Budget concerns remain at the center of most discussions in Washington, but according to Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack, USDA has responded to those concerns proactively. 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 …

Alabama NRCS to Promote Benefits of Longleaf Pine at Field Day

Landowners are reminded of the upcoming Managing Woodlands and Wildlife in Challenging Times field day on April 18, where NRCS State Forester Tim Albritton says they can learn of the the many benefits of converting to Longleaf Pine stands. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making: The Series Continues

In this writing, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam continues his educational outreach effort to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de LeĂłn on our shores, and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. This is a real treat for anyone interested in the real story behind the …

Florida House Advances DEP-EPA Deal

From The News Service of Florida: The House Rulemaking Oversight and Repeal Subcommittee on Monday started the process for the Legislature to accept a deal with the federal government that gives Florida more say over the state’s Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on 500 Years in the Making

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de LeĂłn on our shores and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. Click Here to listen to Commissioner Putnam tell numerous interesting stories about Florida’s agricultural history. Click on …