Results from a recent health study indicate that farmers are healthier than the general population. Report (1:00 wma)
Ag Commissioner Speaks to Immigration Rhetoric
Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charlie Bronson was among the candidates appearing at the Ag Institute’s Candidates FOrum in Orlando recently. In this report, Southeast AgNet’s Gary Cooper discusses the rhetoric making the rounds about the ag labor and immigration issue.  Report (1:00 wma)
Candidates Ag Forum Fails To Attract Some Key Candidates
A who’s who of statewide agriculture industry leadership turned out to hear candidates for statewide office discuss agriculture issues, but many ag leaders were surprised to see so few of the key candidates even show up to be heard. Gary Cooper spoke with Florida Farm Bureau outgoing president Carl Loop at the Forum.  Report (2:00 wma)
Beef Industry Scholarships Available
The deadline for students to apply for a Beef Industry Scholarship is nearing. Â Report (:30 wma) The National Cattlemen’s Foundation website has more info.
Keeping Our Food Supply Safe
The threat to the nation’s food supply by bio-terrorism is very real and Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns says protecting our food is a priority for USDA. Report (1:00 wma)
Forest Land Recovery Program Signup
The final signup to assist forest landowners impacted by the 2004 hurricane season is underway now through November 15. For more information, visit the Florida Division of Forestry website. Report (:30 wma)
Wild and Wonderful Shrimp Promo
A three-year marketing campaign helped keep Florida’s shrimp industry viable in the face of increasing foreign competition. Report (:30 wma)
FL FB President Nominee
The Florida Farm Bureau Federation will be electing a new president in October and the board’s nominee is John Hoblick of Volusia county. Report (1:00 wma)
Energy Offset Deadline Extension
NRCS has extended the deadline for one-time payment adjustments that will allow eligible Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) participants to complete conservation practices that have been delayed because of higher energy costs. Find out more on the AL NRCS website. Report (1:00 wma)
Ag Assistance Bill Pending
No word yet on when we might see more ag assistance. Tyron Spearman looks at the latest information. Â Report (:35 wma)