The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is pleased to announce the competitive solicitation process to award the 2014 Specialty Crop Block Grant. The Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP) funds projects that “enhance the competitiveness of specialty crops.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion …
Southeast Sees Slight Drop In 2013 Cattle Receipts
As many would assume, the number of cattle run through the Alabama, Florida and Georgia livestock auctions in 2013 was less than the year before. But according David Garcia, OIC for the Market News Service, the numbers did not drop as much as some might think. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of …
Kudzu Bugs Being Discussed at Commodity Classic
The Kudzu Bug is growing concern for our soybean farmers in the southeast and was one of the hot topics discussed during Commodity Classic, being held in San Antonio this week. In the following interview, Dr. Jeremy Green with Clemson University advises growers on how to scout and manage the pest. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support …
GMO’s
Everett Griner tells us how the debate on GMO’s is continuing. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025
Peanut Price Drops Again and Crop Insurance Deadline Nearing
For the second week in a row, the peanut posted price fell. Tyron Spearman has the latest figures along with a reminder about a crop insurance deadline coming up this week. Price: Download Audio Deadline: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and …
Tough Row to Hoe for Food Companies Switching to Non-GMO
Companies are finding it’s costly and cumbersome to offer products that are free of genetically modified ingredients. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, …
BQA Practices Help Redesign Cattle Pens
In our weekly BQA Quality Report, brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs, we are talking cattle pens. Ken Griner from Chiefland, Florida says they recently redid the setup on their operation and it’s made a big difference. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting BQA.org Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides …
USDA Awards Grants to Support Research, Teaching and Extension Programs at 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Colleges and Universities
WASHINGTON, February 26, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced 76 grants totaling more than $35 million to support research, teaching and Extension activities at 1890 Historically Black Land-Grant Colleges and Universities through the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida …
Conflicting Agendas in Congress Could Delay Tax Legislation for Farmers
Although both the House and Senate know that they need to deal with expired tax breaks, American Farm Bureau tax adviser Pat Wolff says the two bodies are pursuing conflicting tracks. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the …
World Titles
There are a lot of “self-proclaimed” world titles. Everett Griner gives us just a few today. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board provides support for cattle producers regardless of herd sizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR …