NCGA Applauds House Passage of WRRDA

From the National Corn Growers Association: ST. LOUIS (May 20, 2014) — The National Corn Growers Association praised the U.S. House of Representatives for its vote today passing the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 with a 412-to-4 vote. Now, NCGA urges the Senate to swiftly follow suit, passing this final reauthorization bill to improve the reliability and …

High Quality Gives U.S. Cotton a Competitive Edge

Cotton is a global commodity which is why Georgia Cotton Commission Director of Public Affairs Chris Chammoun says maintaining the U.S.’s reputation for quality is vital in order to keep the demand and market strong. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …

Growers Encouraged to Urge Congress to Reverse WIC’s Potato Ban

The potato industry is encouraging growers to send a letter to members of the House and Senate regarding the inclusion of potatoes in the WIC vouchers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources …

Georgia County Cattlemen Urged to Promote Beef Month

County Cattlemen’s Associations across Georgia are being urged to get involved with June Beef Month this year. Suzanne Bentley with the Georgia Beef Board says they have a variety of information available for local chapters. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …

Authentic Blue Jeans

Although changing fashion styles and attitudes have altered the look of the blue jean over time, until recently, the blue jean had remained true blue to its cotton origins. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Shortage of Veterinarians

Everett Griner talks about the field of veterinarian medicine and its importance to agriculture in today’s Agri View. Shortage of Veterinarians Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida …

Joint Statement by North American Ag Leaders After Forum in Mexico

Mexico City, Mexico, May 19, 2014—United States Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture Enrique MartĂ­nez and Canada’s Minister of Agriculture Gerry Ritz issued the joint statement below following today’s agriculture forum in Mexico: “We, the agricultural leaders of North America, met today in Mexico City to reaffirm the benefits of fair and open trade for our economies and …

Waters of the U.S. Analysis Misses The Mark

The Environmental Protection Agency has completed an analysis of its proposed Waters of the U.S. rule that they say shows there would only be an additional 1,300 acres that would be regulated under the Clean Water Act. American Farm Bureau economist Veronica Nigh disputes that number. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …

Man’s Best Friend

The farm dog is taken for granted, but, Everett Griner tells us just how important the dog is for farmers. Man’s Best Friend Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending May 16, 2014

This quick recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast features reports regarding the fate of tax extenders, crop progress and beef from Brazil. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June …