ORRTANNA, Pa., May 1, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced today that applications are now being accepted for new, landmark conservation initiatives created by the 2014 Farm Bill. The programs will provide up to $386 million to help farmers restore wetlands, protect working agriculture lands, support outdoor recreation activities and boost the economy. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
House Ag Subcommittee Holds Hearing on State of Livestock Industry
A House Ag Subcommittee hearing was held yesterday concerning the state of livestock industry. Some of the topics discussed included Country of Origin Labeling, Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus and the RFS. 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, …
Farmland Now in Theaters; Features Georgia Poultry Farmer
The full-length documentary, Farmland, aims to take an intimate look at the lives of farmers and ranchers in their 20s, all of whom are now responsible for running their farming business. One of those featured in the film is Georgia poultry producer Leighton Cooly. Farmland Film in Theaters: Download Audio Georgia Poultry Farmer Featured in Farmland: Download Audio For viewing …
Florida Senate Sends Springs Plan to House
By JIM TURNER THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, …… Without a surge of once-envisioned money, members of the Florida Senate hope they can tee up new policies to help protect the state’s natural springs before the legislative session ends Friday. The push comes after funding for the springs, located throughout central and northern Florida, came out of …
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Everett Griner looks at the new numbers just released. 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
No Change to Peanut Price and Sending Peanut Butter to Storm Areas
No change was found in this week’s peanut posted price, as Tyron Spearman has a quick update on that, along with information about how you can help provide donations of peanut butter to some of the areas affected by storms the past few days. Price: Download Audio Donations: Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board …
Alabama Department of Ag Assessing Storm Damage
Mother Nature once again brought stormy conditions to many areas in Alabama this week, which ranged from tornado’s to flood conditions. And Dr. Brad Fields with the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries gave us a quick update on some of the damage found in the Northern part of the state, especially with the poultry industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR …
PCI Urges Alabama and Florida Residents with Flood Damage to Register with FEMA
TALLAHASSEE– With heavy rains and widespread flooding forcing evacuation across Alabama and Florida Panhandle the Property Casualty Insurers Association of America (PCI) encourages residents to heed the warnings issued by local officials. “PCI reminds citizens that insurers are on hand to answer questions and help families and businesses quickly resolve problems, file claims and begin the process of recovering from …
Florida NRCS Will be Looking to Assist Rain-Ravaged Areas
Jeff Norville, Area Conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service for Florida’s Panhandle, says that they will be assessing how they can assist with the effects of the torrential rains that have wreaked havoc on that area. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Lawmakers Face a Long Friday After Budget is Released
By BRANDON LARRABEE THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA It could be a late night Friday for the Legislature. A compromise budget was emailed to lawmakers at 8:35 p.m. Tuesday, meaning the Legislature will be in session until at least the same time Friday evening. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …