For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, Andy Futch of R and A Orchards talks a little bit about the exciting products and services they offer in Ellijay, Ga. Andy also discusses the importance of Georgia Grown as a marketing tool. Download Audio For more information, visit www.randaorchards.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …
Agriculture Future
Everett Griner talks about the importance of educating young people for a future in agriculture in today’s Agri View. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending July 29, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have information about the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), a deadline reminder about the Cotton Ginning Cost-Share (CGCS) program, preparations on a new farm bill, vegetables, food production Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of …
President Obama Signs GMO Compromise Bill into Law
The White House announced late this afternoon that President Obama had signed a variety of bills today including S. 764, the Biotech Food Labeling Bill, otherwise known as the GMO labeling bill. The President’s signature now directs the Secretary of Agriculture to establish a national mandatory bioengineered food disclosure standard. Here are releases from agriculture groups pleased with news: Sponsored …
Beehives in Unexpected Places
Cathy Isom tells us about the unexpected places where beehives are cropping up in an effort to save the bee population. That’s coming up on “This Land of Ours.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Florida 4-H Members Heading to National Competition
Three St. Johns County, Florida 4-H members have earned a trip to compete in the national 4-H forestry competition. Dr. Jack Payne, University of Florida senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources, says they are excited about them taking part in this event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement …
FSA County Committee Nominations End August 1
USDA Farm Service Agency local offices have been taking nominations for upcoming County Committee elections. But according to FSA Administrator Val Dolcini, that ends Monday, August 1st. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Florida Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Issues Mosquito Declaration
From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla.–In response to the continental United States’ first locally acquired cases of Zika confirmed today, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam issued a statewide mosquito declaration. This mosquito declaration initiates aggressive mosquito control efforts within a minimum 200-yard radius around a locally Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …
House Ag Chairman on Trade and TPP
There’s been a lot of talk about how our two Presidential candidates feel about the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP). This past week Chairman of the House Committee on Agriculture, Rep. Mike Conaway of Texas, was in the Southeast and had this to say about trade and TPP. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida …
Sustainability Efforts through Social Media
Sustainability is something that more of those in agriculture have been working with in various ways. Dr. Kim Stackhouse-Lawson, executive director of global sustainability for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, says social media is playing a big part in these efforts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida …