The Florida Farm Bureau has sent out an FBACT Action Alert to encourae their members to contact Governor Charlie Crist in support of the Greenbelt Legislation and the General Ag Bill. Both bills must both be signed by Saturday, May 15 in order for them to become law. Click here for more details on the legislation and to take action. …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Day to feature Energy Crops
The Sunbelt Ag Expo will hold it’s Field Day on Thursday, July 8, 2010. And Executive Director Chip Blalock, says that in addition to the tradition row crops they have expanded their forage and grass research to include potential energy grasses. Download Audio News post sponsor: AGROTAIN® controls nitrogen loss for higher yields. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
More Funds for Broadband
USDA is providing additional grant funds to expand broadband access in rural America. 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
Farmer Stress
Stress is a growing problem for farmers. Why? Everett Griner has done some research and talks about it today. 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 …
Signup Date for FL NRCS AWEP Projects Approaching
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida wants producers to be aware of the upcoming May 17, signup date for the Agricultural Water Enhancement Program. Download Audio To learn more visit your local USDA Service Center or visit NRCS online at nrcs.usda.gov/programs Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
Chambliss Wall Street Reform Amendments Bring Support
The Ranking Member of the Senate Agriculture Committee, Senator Saxby Chambliss, has filed several amendments designed to improve Wall Street Reform legislation. 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 …
More Kids in the Woods
Anne Zimmerman of USDA’s Forest Service explains the background and intent of a program designed to encourage youth to spend time in forests and the great outdoors. Download Audio The Program recently awarded twenty one recipients grant monies to encourage youth to enjoy our nation’s outdoors. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …
FL Gets More Funding for Conservation Programs
It’s been announced that Florida will receive additional conservation assistance for working lands through the Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program and Grassland Reserve Program. Download Audio To learn more visit your local USDA Service Center or visit NRCS online at nrcs.usda.gov/programs Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Food Born Illnesses
Who is dragging their feet? Everett Griner tells us. 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
Farm Bill Hearings Coming to the Southeast
Southeastern producers will get their first opportunity to address concerns about the 2012 Farm Bill during farm policy hearings that have been scheduled in our area. Click here for exact times and locations as well as live video coverage and a public comment area. Download Audio News post sponsor: AGROTAIN® controls nitrogen loss for higher yields. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …