FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By JIM TURNER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, June 18, 2015………. Schools, health care, prisons, the environment and tax cuts get a lot of headlines when it comes to putting together the state’s annual spending plan. But with lawmakers ready to vote Friday on a $78.7 billion budget for the fiscal year that starts July 1, …
Using Light to Extend Shelf Life of Tomatoes and Strawberries
Research efforts, headed up by University of Florida Horticultural Sciences Chairman Kevin Folta, are underway to study how light can be used to extend the shelf life of certain vegetables. Dr. Jack Payne, senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources at UF, has more information. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …
House Again Passes Trade Promotion Authority
From the National Pork Producers Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., June 18, 2015 – With today’s passage by the House of legislation granting the president authority to enter and finalize free trade agreements, the National Pork Producers Council called on the Senate to take up and pass the measure. House lawmakers voted 218-208 to approve Trade Promotion Authority (TPA), which defines objectives …
TPA and COOL Update
It’s been a busy week in Washington D.C. and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Colin Woodall has an update on a couple of big issues, with the first being Trade Promotion Authority. 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, …
ARC-PLC Enrollment Period Runs this Summer
Yesterday was the first day producers enrolled in either the Agricultural Risk Coverage or Price Loss Coverage programs can sign their annual contracts. Rod Bain 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 …
National Pollinator Celebration
Cathy Isom fills us in on the place to BEE to celebrate National Pollinator’s Week. Download Audio Learn more about National Pollinator Week and the celebration. 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 …
Southern Comfort
Everett Griner talks about southern food finding new borders 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
Florida NRCS Reminds Producers about Friday Deadline
Florida producers in the Escambia River, Blackwater River and Middle Suwannee River watersheds are being reminded by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service that this coming Friday, June 19, is the deadline to apply for financial assistance through the Gulf of Mexico Initiative. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Citrus Commission Chair Opposes Federal Program
Florida Citrus Commission (FCC) Chairman Marty McKenna voiced opposition to a federal orange juice research and promotion program at today’s FCC meeting at Florida Citrus Mutual’s annual conference in Bonita Springs. McKenna also made an announcement about his future role with the FCC. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
50th Annual Florida Cattlemen’s Sweetheart Contest
This year marks the 50th Anniversary of the Florida Cattlemen’s Sweetheart contest. We spoke with the Chairman of the Florida Cattlemen’s Convention Kim Strickland to get the story of the FCA sweethearts 50th anniversary. 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 …