Keeping your calories in check while indulging during the big game this weekend may be a big chore for a few of us. Even a moderate consumption of some of the popular party favorites can quickly add up the calories. So Cathy Isom looks at some ways to keep yourself from pigging out and breaking your healthy New Year’s resolution. …
Florida Congresswoman Gwen Graham Learns Much on Farm Tour
A Diversity in Agriculture Roundtable took place last month in Tallahassee, which was hosted by U.S. Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Krysta Harden and Florida Congresswoman Gwen Graham. But that event was also tied in with a tour of farms in Congresswoman Graham’s district. AgWired’s Chuck Zimmerman recently caught up with her in Washington, D.C. and they discussed what Sponsored ContentCIR …
Trans Pacific Partnership Agreement Formally Signed
The next step in the journey of the Trans Pacific Partnership trade deal was reached with signing of the agreement by member nations Wednesday. Rod Bain has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
National Cotton Council Disappointed with Cottonseed Designation Decision
From the National Cotton Council: MEMPHIS, Tenn. – The National Cotton Council is extremely disappointed in Agriculture Secretary Vilsack’s comments that USDA believes its legal interpretation of the farm bill does not provide the authority to make the cottonseed designation. We continue to believe, like a broad group of Members of Congress, that USDA clearly has this authority as described …
The ACA Offers a Cattle Theft Reward Program for Stolen or Destroyed Cattle
From the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association: MONTGOMERY— In light of the unfortunate calf butchering occurrences that have taken place on Lauderdale County cattle operations, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) urges state cattlemen and cattlewomen to remember the Cattle Theft Reward member benefit. The ACA offers a Cattle Theft Reward program that awards $1,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction …
USDA Begins New Survey of Organic Producers
If you are an organic agricultural producer, you should soon be getting in the mail a USDA organic survey form. Gary Crawford has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
Peanut Crop
Everett Griner talks about this year’s peanut crop production in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Bill to Help Florida’s Citrus Industry
Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Applauds Florida House for Passing Bill to Help Florida’s Citrus Industry TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today issued the following statement regarding the House of Representatives passing House Bill 7007, which establishes a cost-sharing program for the removal or destruction of abandoned citrus groves to eliminate material that harbors citrus greening …
Chairman Conaway Statement on Secretary Vilsack’s Comments Regarding Cotton Crisis
From the House Committee on Agriculture: Following media reports that the U.S. Department of Agriculture intends to deny urgently needed assistance to American cotton farmers and the rural communities that depend on the U.S. cotton industry, House Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (R-TX) issued the following statement. “I greatly appreciate that Secretary Vilsack has been taking time to consider …
Super Bowl – Food Safety
When it comes to the various gatherings for the Super Bowl, while the game itself may be the main event, the food usually steals the show. So today Cathy Isom looks at some ways to prevent food borne illness from intercepting your plans to throw the best Super Bowl party ever. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …