By KEITH LAING – THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, March 10, 2010……Days after state environmental officials detailed to lawmakers their objections to federal water pollution standards opposed by the much of the state’s business and farming communities, a congressman running for agriculture commissioner said a deal could be in the water. U.S. Rep. Adam Putnam, R-Bartow, who …
FL Cattlemen Visit State Capitol
The cowboy hats were very visible at the Florida state capitol today as members of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association were on hand to talk with legislators. And while there they were able to see part of the legislative session as lawmakers convened this afternoon to talk about some of the issues before the state government. Knowing that proposed budget cuts …
Resistant Weeds
The U.S. is now the leader in having resistant weeds. Why? Everett Griner explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
EPA Taking a Breath Regarding Proposed Nutrient Standards
There has been a pause in the action regarding the EPA’s proposed nutrient water quality standards. Thanks in part to an effort headed up by District 2 Florida State Representative, Dave Murzin. Download Audio For more information visit the EPA Water Quality Standards site. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New …
Meteorological Spring
The official start of spring isn’t until March 20, but USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says you may already be hearing the term meteorological spring. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
FCA Discussing Many Issues in Tallahassee
Florida Cattlemen’s Association members are in Tallahassee for their annual Legislative Quarterly meeting, as their Director of Governmental Affairs Sam Ard, says there are various issues for them to discuss with legislators. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Future for Southeast Farmers
Everett Griner explains how resources and population growth are positive assets. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Budget Woes a Difficult Issue for FL Legislators
With the Florida Legislature now in full swing for the 2010 session, Ag Commissioner Charles Bronson says the budget issues they are facing are extremely difficult, but he hopes our representatives remember what a mainstay agriculture is to the Florida economy. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober …
Healthier Breads
Agricultural Research Service scientists are working to develop new and tasty whole-grain oat or barley breads that offer antioxidants, fiber, and other components in an array different from that found in traditional whole-wheat breads. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
National Ground Water Awareness Week
The American Farm Bureau Federation is supporting National Ground Water Awareness Week by urging Farm Bureau members to schedule an annual water well checkup. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024