In response to EPA issuing language that requires prior notification for application of neonictocide pesticides, Patrick Johnson Jr, a cotton producer and member of EPA’s Farm, Ranch, and Rural Community Advisory Committee, says farmers need access to a national bee registry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Soybean Growers to Congress: Your Inaction is Hurting Farmers
FROM THE AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION: ST. LOUIS (Oct. 1, 2013) – With today’s expiration of the one-year extension of the 2008 Farm Bill, coupled with the shutdown of the federal government, the American Soybean Association (ASA) lamented another failed opportunity on the part of Congress to provide the nation’s soybean farmers with the certainty they need to remain competitive and …
One Step Towards Farm Bill, Several More to Go
The Farm Bill has officially expired and even though steps are being taken, it could be weeks before the House and Senate conference on the bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research …
Farm Drones
Drones have now come to agriculture. This new technology will save the producers time and money. Everett Griner tells us how. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle …
Putnam Pitches Cutting Energy Taxes for Businesses, Shoppers
The News Service of Florida, By Jim Turner, The Capital, Tallahassee – Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam wants an annual sales-tax holiday on energy-saving appliances similar to the back-to-school tax holiday. And he said the sales tax on energy used by businesses needs to be trimmed, with the remaining revenue redirected for school construction and maintenance. The two proposals were among …
The Truth Behind Food Expiration Dates
According to a new report, many consumers have misconceptions about food expiration dates and labels. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through …
Grassroots Involvement Needed in Farm Bill Process
While the battle over a government shutdown has been the big news today, those involved in agricultural are still waiting for something to transpire with the farm bill. Kristina Butts with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association talks about how important it is for producers to still be involved in the process. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
NRCS Values Strong Partnership With Farmers and Ranchers
USDA’s NRCS Chief Jason Weller says that they would not be successful in their mission without the assistance and cooperation from farmers and ranchers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers …
Some Progress on the Farm Bill
While a new farm bill is not going to be ready when the current extension expires later tonight, at least there was some progress this past week as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …
Possible Government Shutdown Affecting Agriculture
With the current extension of the 2008 Farm Bill set to expire at midnight, most everyone involved in agriculture is waiting to see what Congress will do in the process of getting a new bill finalized. But obviously the big news on this last day of the month is a possible government shutdown. And if it does happen, Sponsored ContentVerdant …