Expanding Exports a Top Issue for Corn Growers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release

From the National Corn Growers Association: The importance of trade to corn growers was emphasized by National Corn Growers Association President Chip Bowling in remarks made at the U.S. Grains Council’s 13th International Marketing Conference and 56th Annual Membership Meeting, taking place this week in Florida. “We have set an ambitious goal of building demand in the years ahead, and …

Reducing Wildfire Threats in Alabama

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Forestry, General, Industry News Release, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama wants landowners to know that NRCS and the U.S. Forest Service has announced a federal investment for restoration of forests near growing communities to reduce wildfire threats, protect water supplies, improve wildlife habitat and support rural economies. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement …

USDA Seeking Proposals for Wetland Protection Systems

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

Late last month, USDA announced the establishment of the Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Wetland Mitigation Banking Program, made possible by the 2014 Farm Bill. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains how this program works. 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 …

Coffee, Healthy or Not?

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Everett Griner talks about that healthy morning cup of coffee 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 …

Miss America and Child Nutrition

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Miss America 2016 is promoting childhood nutrition while staying tied to her agriculture roots in Georgia. 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 …

Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on Research Showing Significant Improvement in Efficiency of Ethanol Production and Other Trends

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Feb. 16, 2016 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released a statement on two recent research reports supported by USDA focused on ethanol and other renewable fuels, one published by USDA’s Office of the Chief Economist and another published by the University of Missouri: “These research reports demonstrate, once again, that America’s renewable …

Gulf Coast Agritourism & Ecotourism Business Development Conference

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops

The University of Florida/IFAS continues to be a leader in promoting agritourism in the state and Dr. Jack Payne, Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, says those efforts will continue during a big event taking place this week. Download Audio To learn more about the 2016 Gulf Coast Agritourism & Ecotourism Business Development Conference, click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida …

Florida Representative Caldwell on Ag Issues

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

The 2016 Florida legislative session continues to roll along and Southeast AgNet’s Tallahassee intern Alex Lucas had a chance to catch up with House State Affairs Chairman, Representative Matt Caldwell, from Lehigh Acres. They talked about some of the issues being discussed which are important to agriculture in the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …

Alabama Cattlemen Preparing for Convention and Rodeo

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Equine, General, Livestock

Dr. Billy Powell says the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association staff has been busy preparing for two big events. One of those is their annual convention coming up next week in Birmingham, with the other being the annual SLE Rodeo coming up in March in Montgomery. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Vilsack Explains Cottonseed Decision

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia

A congressional panel recently heard U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explain why he can’t legally bring cottonseed under USDA’s main farm safety net programs. Gary Crawford has the story. 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 …