This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight is about a Florida Forest Service program which designates areas of the Florida State Forests for recreational use by veterans and current members of the U.S. military who were injured in the line of duty. More information is available online by clicking Operation Outdoor Freedom. Download Audio You can follow Commissioner Putnam on Facebook, Twitter, or …
Alabama Included in Gulf Coast Initiative
An event took place this past Friday at the Weeks Bay Resource Center near Fairhope, Alabama as information was presented concerning the Gulf of Mexico Initiative which will focus up to $50 million over three years in conservation assistance to farmers and ranchers in priority areas along seven major rivers that drain to the Gulf. Alabama, along with the other …
Bob White Comeback
Everett Griner tells us how this southern quail is making a comeback. 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
More Education Necessary to Maintain Conservation Funding
Conservation programs play a vital role in ag production as well as environmental protection. And Rich Budell, director of the office of water policy with the Florida Department of Agriculture, says one of the challenges in sustaining funding for these programs is educating those not involved in agriculture about their importance. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
Farmer Stats
Everett Griner tells us how a little knowledge goes a long way. 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
Study Confirms Beef’s Role in a Heart-Healthy Diet
NCBA: Study Confirms Beef’s Role in a Heart-Healthy Diet —Study Concludes Beef Can Improve Cholesterol Levels by 10 Percent WASHINGTON (Dec. 15, 2011) – In a first of its kind study, researchers at The Pennsylvania State University demonstrated that eating beef everyday as part of a heart-healthy diet can improve cholesterol levels. Texas medical doctor and cattleman Richard Thorpe said …
Improving the Poinsettia
If you are looking to pick up a nice poinsettia this time in the holiday season your selection will most likely be limited. But Extension Horticulture Expert Rebecca Schnelle explains how her research is trying to change that. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Beefalo
Beefalo beef is now in its 25th year. Everett Griner talks on this today. 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
Tips on Keeping Your Fresh Christmas Tree Fresh
Fresh Christmas trees can really liven up your holiday décor and extension expert Mike Bondi has a few tips on keeping your tree fresh and festive through the whole holiday season. Download Audio 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 …
FDA Produce Safety Regulations Expected in Early 2012
According to Food and Drug Administration officials, FDA’s long-anticipated produce safety regulations will be issued soon after the first of the year. 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 …