No Need to be Fearful of Honeybees

David Westervelt, assistant chief of apiary with the Florida Department of Agriculture says that there is really no need to be fearful of honeybees this spring. 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 …

New Bans in Effect

Russia has halted U.S. beef imports. Everett Griner discusses this. 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

The Link Between Alzheimer’s and Olive Oil

The prevalence of Alzheimer’s disease is lower in Mediterranean countries, where extra virgin olive oil consumption is higher. And now researchers believe they’ve unlocked the mystery of why. 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 …

Florida Agriculture – 500 Years in the Making: The Series Continues

In this writing, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam continues his educational outreach effort to commemorate the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de LeĂłn on our shores, and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. This is a real treat for anyone interested in the real story behind the …

Florida House Advances DEP-EPA Deal

From The News Service of Florida: The House Rulemaking Oversight and Repeal Subcommittee on Monday started the process for the Legislature to accept a deal with the federal government that gives Florida more say over the state’s Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …

Trade-Outs

There are some good points to leasing or swapping equipment. Everett Griner looks at some of them. 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

Skim Milk May Not Reduce Obesity Risk for Preschoolers

In an effort to reduce the overall calorie intake of a child, doctors will often recommend that preschoolers drink skim milk. But a recent study suggests that lower fat milk may not help reduce the risk of obesity. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …

Total U.S. Planted Acres Could Fall a Bit This Year

USDA Chief Economist Joe Glauber says that the total number of U.S. acres devoted to major crops will be large this year, but not as large as 2012. 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 …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on 500 Years in the Making

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the 500th anniversary of the April 2, 1513 landing of Juan Ponce de LeĂłn on our shores and the impact that arrival has had on our state’s rich agricultural history. Click Here to listen to Commissioner Putnam tell numerous interesting stories about Florida’s agricultural history. Click on …

Something Fishy

Everett Griner discusses questions seafood safety. 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