John Keeling with the National Potato Council says any reform efforts aimed at improving nutrition in school meal programs needs to be focused on the preparation of vegetables instead of singling any one particular veggie out. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
This IS a Nutty Issue
This is a strong complaint among consumers. Everett Griner looks into pecan and peanut prices and possibly why they are escalating at such a rapid pace. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida …
Corn Growers Disappointed Joint Committee Has Failed to Act
WASHINGTON (November 21, 2011) — National Corn Growers Association President Garry Niemeyer released the following statement in response to the Joint Select Committee on Deficit Reduction’s failure to produce a deficit reduction plan: Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for …
No Action will Affect New Farm Bill & Renewable Energy Grants
The news coming out of Washington is not good in efforts by the Super Committee to come to an agreement concerning the federal deficit, as Tyron Spearman has information on how this will affect the writing of a new farm bill along with an update concerning energy grants from USDA. Farm Bill: Download Audio Grants: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …
FL Commisioner’s Spotlight on Holiday Food Safety with Chef Justin
On this week’s Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight we are featuring Chef Justin Timineri, the Fresh From Florida Culinary Ambassador, who talks about food safety during the holidays. More information about food safety is available online at From Farm to Table. Download Audio To view an extensive library of printable Fresh From Florida recipes, visit Chef Justin’s web site at TheFloridaChef.com. Plus …
Super Committee Report Expected
Both Democrats and Republicans involved with the Super Committee worked this past weekend preparing to meet their deadline to trim the federal deficit, as Tyron Spearman reports many in agriculture are waiting to hear this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
2012 Sunbelt
The 34th annual farm show is in the books and Everett Griner tells us how it went. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …
10 Tips to Safely Prepare Food this Holiday Season
Tallahassee, FL – The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released 10 reminders for Floridians to keep in mind as they prepare meals for friends and family this holiday season. Each year, roughly one in six Americans, or 48 million people are affected by foodborne illness, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Fortunately, there are …
Proclamation signed by the President today regarding National Farm-City Week, 2011
NATIONAL FARM-CITY WEEK, 2011 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION With tenacity, resilience, and humility, our farmers and ranchers have helped drive our Nation’s growth for generations. Season after season, their careful stewardship and dedication brings an abundance of wholesome food, plentiful fiber, a stronger economy, and new …
Statement Regarding WTO Ruling on US Country of Origin Labeling
Here is a statement from NCBA Vice President of Government Affairs Colin Woodall regarding the WTO ruling on US Country of Origin Labeling: WASHINGTON (Nov. 18, 2011) – The World Trade Organization (WTO) announced today, Nov. 18, 2011, it has ruled in support of complaints by Canada and Mexico that U.S. Country-of-Origin Labeling (COOL) violates global trade rules and unjustly …