California-based Soy Vay Enterprises specializes in Kosher Oriental marinades and dressings. Check them out on line at soyvay.com. (Yes, that’s the way they spell it.) Report (1:00 wma)
Farm Labor Not Addressed By Candidates
Florida Agricutlure Commissioner Charles Bronson was surprised that farm labor was not addressed at last week’s Agribusiness Candidates Forum. Report (1:00 wma)
Census of Aquaculture Numbers
USDA’s National Ag Statistics Service released the first Census of Aquaculture this week showing a billion dollar industry. Read the report here. AL Aquacutlure Report (1:30 wma) FL Aquaculture Report (1:30 wma)
USDA Has New Web Site
Check out this new web site for USDA. Tyron Spearman give us the new web address. Report (:10 wma)
Congress Went Home Without Passing Agricultural Aid Bill
Tyron Spearman lets us know who sponsored this bill and what happened with it on the vote. Report (:45 wma)
National 4H Week in Florida
More than 240,000 4-H participants in Florida will share their accomplishments within their communities this week to celebrate National 4-H Week. Counties across the state will also observe the week with proclamations, community service activities and events. Report (:30 wma)
Empty Chairs at Ag Candidates Forum
Some Florida ag leaders were disappointed by the empty chairs at the Agribusiness Institute candidates forum. Report (1:00 wma) Report (1:30 wma)
Better Health on the Farm
Results from a recent health study indicate that farmers are healthier than the general population. Report (1:00 wma)