USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has announced the availability of $350 million to help landowners protect and restore key farmlands, grasslands and wetlands. NRCS Assistant Chief Leonard Jordan says funds are now available for landowners wishing to protect various land types through conservation easements Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …
Urging Congress to Pass Tax Extenders
Just a year ago we were talking about tax extenders and other end of the year issues many in agriculture were concerned about. And according to Kent Bacus, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Associate Director of Legislative Affairs, that conversation is happening again this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
Healthy Eating
Americans are among the top meat eaters in the world. We are also big vegetable eaters. Everett Griner talks about healthy eating in today’s Agri View. Download Audio A Help Guide to Healthy Eating. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, …
Car Insurance-Part 2
Cathy Isom continues her series on car insurance, advising us to understand our coverage when it comes to auto insurance. When shopping for auto insurance, it’s important to remember that each state sets a minimum coverage requirement by law. However, in serious or semi-serious car accidents, having adequate coverage can make a significant difference. Legal experts like San Francisco Car …
Environmentalists Target Sugarcane Burning
From: The News Service of Florida Pointing to smoke that comes from burning sugarcane, the Sierra Club on Thursday asked the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency to object to a state air-emissions permit for United States Sugar Corp. The state Department of Environmental Protection in September renewed the permit for U.S. Sugar’s Clewiston facilities. But the Sierra Club, represented by the …
Commissioner Adam Putnam’s Statement on Passage of Water Policy Bill by Senate Committee
From: Commissioner Adam Putnam TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam issued the following statement regarding the Florida Senate Committee on Appropriations’ passage of a key water policy bill today that will help protect and manage Florida’s water resources: “Florida has made great strides in restoring the health and managing the supply of our water resources. However, …
Crop Insurance Cuts Not Out of the Woods Yet
Late last month many in agriculture were pleased they were able to avoid new crop insurance cuts, but ag lobbyists say it’s not out of the woods yet. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Chef Justin Timineri
Florida produces a wide variety of agriculture products that can be found on dinner plates around the world. Fresh From Florida works hard to bridge the gap between the farm and your fork. One of the key players in this effort is Chef Justin Timineri, Florida’s culinary ambassador. He spoke with us about his efforts with the Fresh From Florida …
Thanksgiving Dinner Up
Thanksgiving Dinner Up a Tad, to Just Over $50 From: The American Farm Bureau Federation WASHINGTON, D.C., November 19, 2015 — The American Farm Bureau Federation’s 30th annual informal price survey of classic items found on the Thanksgiving Day dinner table indicates the average cost of this year’s feast for 10 is $50.11, a 70-cent increase from last year’s average …
USDA Works to Restore Grasslands, Wetlands, and Working Lands
USDA Announces $350 Million Available to Help States, Private Partners Protect and Restore Grasslands, Wetlands, and Working Lands WASHINGTON, Nov. 19, 2015–Agricultural Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the availability of $350 million to help landowners protect and restore key farmlands, grasslands and wetlands across the nation. The funding is provided through the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), created by the …