Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns on Wednesday released the fifth and final farm bill analysis paper, this one on key factors that will affect future growth in U.S. agriculture: international trade, research and development, protection of agriculture from pests and diseases, and challenges in preparing the next generation of farmers. This analysis paper, as well as previously released papers, are available …
FL Agriculture Voicing Ideas
Agriculture Idearaiser meetings have been taking place across Florida, with the latest last night in Jay. I had a chance to talk with both Rep. Baxter Troutman & Rep Greg Evers about the meeting.  Report (1:40 wma) Here is a list of the remaining meetings: September 14, 6:30 pm, Live Oak – Suwannee County Farm Bureau Office September 18, 6:30 pm, …
Horse Slaughter Ban May be the Beginning
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is concerned about the recent approval of the horse slaughter ban in the House. Â Report (1:20 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical …
USDA to Hold Pecan Field Day
Pecan growers are invited to an upcoming Field Day. Tyron Spearman has this Report  (:20 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
FL Farmers Market Grant
USDA has awarded 20 grants totaling $900,000 to establish, expand or promote local farmers markets, roadside stands, and similar agricultural ventures under the new Farmers Market Promotion Program. Over $63,000 of that was awarded to the Florida Association of Community Farmers Markets. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef …
Advancing Renewable Energy Conference
The US Departments of Energy and Agriculture are working together on a renewable energy conference to be held in St. Louis October 10-12. Find out more at AdvancingRenewableEnergy.gov. Report (1:30 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture …
Toddler Food Jags
If your toddler is stuck in a food rut, don’t worry too much. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
House Approves Horse Slaughter Ban
On Thursday, the U.S. House of Representatives did vote to ban horse slaughter.  Report (1:10 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
FL Farm Bureau Board Makes Nominations
The Florida Farm Bureau Federation State Board has nominated its candidates for president and vice president of the organization. At the August meeting the board selected John Hoblick as its nominee for president of Florida Farm Bureau. Hoblick is from Volusia County and is the current state board secretary. The board also chose FFB Vice President Rick Roth of Palm …
Chemtura Firestorm Registered
Firestormâ„¢ herbicide from Chemtura Corporation, has been registered by the Environmental Protection Agency for control of weeds and grasses, and as a harvest aid in more than 100 different crops, including alfalfa, corn cotton, potatoes, soybeans, fruit and nut trees, vines and vegetable crops. Report (:30 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the …