FL Biofuels Conference Still On

Despite the potential for Ernesto crashing the party, the Florida Department of Agriculture is still planning to hold the first Farm to Fuel Summit this week in Orlando. FL Ag Commissioner Charles Bronson says there is a great deal of interest in biofuels production in the Sunshine State. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, …

Florida Citrus Mutual provides a list of the Farm Service Agency contacts

With Tropical Storm Ernesto approaching Florida, Florida Citrus Mutual provides a list of the Farm Service Agency contacts for your convenience. (pdf) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship …

Empty Bags For Congress

Rod Hemphill with Florida Farm Bureau has more information about the Empty Bag Campaign. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle …

Johanns Comments

Southeast AgNet had the opportunity for a one-on-one interview with Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns during his appearance this week at the National Institute for Animal Agriculture ID INFO/EXPO in Kansas City. We already had some of his comments on about the National Animal ID Program, here are a couple of stories about some other topics – drought aid and extension …

Dem Candidates for Gov Square off over State’s ‘Greenbelt’ Ag Tax Laws

During the recent debate between Florida Democratic Candidates for Gov., aired on state-wide television, State Senator Rod Smith makes clear his support for agriculture and the state’s Greenbelt Law.  Report (2:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

Honey For Kids

 The National Honey Board is researching new ways to reach kids with the sweet taste of honey. Report (:56 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the …

Snack Foods To Drive You Buggy

Cheesy beetle larvae, chocolate meal worms and cricket cookies are just a few of the yummy treats you can find on-line.  Report (:59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, …

FL Ag Idea Raisers Scheduled

Rep. Baxter Troutman of Polk County is scheduling a series of “IdeaRaisers” next month to get input from farmers and ranchers.  The events will be held in Homestead, Clewiston, Jay, Live Oak, Ocala and Bartow.  Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant …

USDA Grants Gov. Request

The USDA has granted Gov. of GA request for designating most of GA a drought disaster area making available Federal low interest emergency loans.  Report (1:13 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance …

FL Update on Canker Status

Growers at this morning’s Citrus Expo Seminar got an update on the current status of Canker in Florida.  Report :59 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists …