Ag in Review for the Week Ending April 25, 2014

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …

Weekly Livestock Market Report

Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending April 25th put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama and Georgia. AL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …

Scientific Tool from Plant Waste

Researchers at the University of Florida have created a plant waste nanotube to deliver DNA directly into the nucleus of human cells in tissue culture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …

USDA Export Programs in Full Swing Again

Thanks to the new farm bill, USDA’s export programs are operating again. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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

Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Beef Passes

After two years of hard work, the Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Beef passed by a 76% vote. The Marketing Order that sets an assessment and levy of $1.00 per head on cattle sold in the state will go into effect on July 1, 2014. More details will be released as they become available. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, …

Disaster Signup Reminder

Eligible farmers and ranchers have been taking part in the signup for USDA’s disaster assistance programs. Tyron Spearman has a reminder that if you haven’t done so yet to stop by your local FSA office and see if you qualify. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Good Cattle Handling Techniques are Important

According to Dr. Temple Grandin, good cattle handling techniques start with low stress handling techniques. And getting rid of any and all distractions can make a big difference in how they handle. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …

Climate Change

Some folks are still denying climate change. Everett Griner talks climate. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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

Tractors in Developing Countries

Farmers in developing nations often lack basic mechanisms like tractors, but a new program is trying to change that. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …

National Watermelon Association Promoting Consistent Bin Design

The National Watermelon Association is urging retailers, shippers and paper companies to replace existing watermelon bins with a new preprint bin aimed at a consistent look nationwide. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …