Auburn Research: Predatory Mite May Help Fight Satusma Pest

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Florida, Georgia, Specialty Crops

News Brief from UF/IFAS-3/16/10: Satsuma oranges, one of the most cold-tolerant citrus fruits, have long been produced on the U.S. Gulf Coast. And for just as long, growers have fought the destructive citrus red mite, which feeds on the satsuma’s leaves and fruit. But a study by Auburn University researchers indicates that three commercially available predatory mites are effective against …

GA Beef Producers Urged to Contact Consumers

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

Ashley Hughes with the Georgia Beef Board says it’s important for producers themselves to use some of the new social networking avenues to let consumers know more about what they do. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

NPB Celebrates Anniversary

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

A big event for the peanut industry was held last week in our nation’s capitol as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Pork Board Sets New Vision for Industry

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Georgia, Livestock, Pork

At their recent meeting, the National Pork Board set a new vision for the industry which comes from a strategic five-year plan. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

It Is Official–Southeast AgNet Buys Book Business

Dan Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Energy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, International, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Ocala, FL — Southeast AgNet Publications Inc. announced the acquisition of Florida Science Source Inc., a citrus book publishing and reseller operation. It bought the business from founder Will Wardowski and his wife Christie. Wardowski is well known in citrus circles all over the world as a post-harvest expert. He was the first editor of Fresh Citrus Fruits 1st edition, …

Mail Delayed

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

The rural post office is vanishing. Why? Everett Griner looks into this today and tells us his view. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Cotton Industry Working Together to Support Growers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia

Over the past few years cotton producers have faced numerous challenges, but President and CEO of the National Cotton Council, Mark Lange says he believes the industry has come together as a collective group to assist growers in maintaining their production level. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners …

The Sunshine Vitamin

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

A study supported in part by the Agricultural Research Service underscores the importance of vitamin D and its ability to help the body utilize calcium. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

GA Producer Serving as CBB Officer

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

Robert Fountain, Jr. of Adrian, Georgia is the new secretary/treasurer the Cattlemen’s Beef Board, and he talks about how the CBB works for producers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Possible Cure for Peanut Allergies

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

Peanut allergies has been concern for many in the industry, but today Tyron Spearman has information about how research efforts may have lead to a possible cure for those who suffer from this problem. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024