12 Public, Private Universities Calling for Increased Federal Investment in Agricultural Research

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Seeds, Specialty Crops

From the University of Florida/IFAS: By: Samantha Grenrock WASHINTON, D.C. – The University of Florida and 12 other prominent research institutions in the United States joined the SoAR Foundation today in calling for a surge in federal support of food and agricultural science. “Retaking the Field,” the report released by this coalition, highlights recent scientific innovations and illustrates how U.S. …

NACD Welcomes H.R. 5451 Bill To Keep Red Tape At Bay

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release

The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) is pleased to support H.R. 5451, legislation introduced by Reps. Ann Kuster, D-N.H., and Rick Crawford, R-Ark., that would exempt landowners who participate in voluntary conservation programs from costly and unnecessary reporting requirements. “Federal reporting requirements were never intended to burden farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners,” NACD CEO Jeremy Peters said. “They were …

Thieves Strike Again

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Sugar

Everett Griner talks about thieves stealing maple syrup in today’s Agri View. 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 Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle …

Farm Credit Beginning Farmer Loans up 12 Percent

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

Farm Credit made nearly 80,000 new loans to beginning farmers and ranchers last year totaling nearly $13 billion. The Farm Credit Administration says the number of loans made to beginning producers increased by 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, …

Up to Congress to Fully Lift Cuban Embargo

Randall Weiseman General

Competing House and Senate bills continue the stalemate over easing U.S. trade restrictions on Cuba, and ultimately lifting the trade embargo. The Senate’s Financial Services bill is expected to move out of committee this week. It would remove some restrictions on financing for U.S. farm exports to Cuba and lift the travel ban. But, the House version of the bill …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Fresh from Florida Products

Randall Weiseman Aquaculture, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Dairy, FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Fruits, General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about Fresh From Florida Seafood and the wide variety of fresh, wholesome products this state has to offer. 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 …

Georgia Grown Moment – Macon Farmers Market

Randall Weiseman Fruits, GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, we head to Macon, Georgia to talk with Happy Wyatt, Market Manager at the Macon State Farmer’s Market, about the benefits the Market provides to the community. Download Audio Be sure to like the Macon State Farmer’s Market page on Facebook to stay informed about upcoming events. You can find out more about Georgia …

Florida FFA and Cattlemen Holding Convention’s This Week

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

This will be a busy week in the state of Florida, as both the Florida FFA Association and the Florida Cattlemen’s Association will be holding their own annual conventions. The Florida FFA Association State Convention and Expo starts today and runs through Friday at the Caribe Royale in Orlando. The Florida Cattlemen’s Convention & Trade Show starts Tuesday and runs …

National Weed Your Garden Day

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Cathy Isom lets us know why we will want to set aside some extra time for our garden today. That story is ahead on This Land of Ours. 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 …

Dairy Farming Changes

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia

Everett Griner talks about how dairy farming has changed in today’s Agri View. 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 Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to …