Melon Pride

Everett Griner looks into melons today and has one interesting fact to reveal. Do you know what tops the melon list in volume produced? Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 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 …

Consumer Research Helping Beef Producers

In our weekly “Getting to know your beef checkoff”, brought to you by your beef checkoff, Donna Jo Curtis from Athens, Alabama talks about how consumer demand research helps producers know what it is consumers want. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …

Ag Commissioner Excited About the Future of Georgia Agriculture

Georgia Ag Commissioner Gary Black says that continued strong production of several commodities combined with recent diversification of crops leaves him excited about the future of agriculture in the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …

Farm Bill is Unfinished Business

Many in agriculture are disappointed that work on the 2013 Farm Bill is not farther along than what it is. And now with Congress on recess, Tyron Spearman reports farm legislation is unfinished business. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …

Cattle Industry Summer Conference Underway

Cattle producers from across the country are in Denver, Colorado as the 2013 Cattle Industry Summer Conference is underway. They will be discussing current issues, working on programs and initiatives and set the course the industry should take with various projects for the betterment of the beef cattle industry. The event runs through this Saturday, August 10. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …

Added Variety

Food stores carry larger selections these days. It makes it harder to decide just what you want to buy. Everett Griner looks into some of this. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 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 …

Putnam Hopes Senate Hearing Raises Awareness of Bay Conditions

From The News Service of Florida: When a U.S. Senate committee comes to Franklin County next week, Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam hopes federal lawmakers leave with a better understanding of the plight of people living along Apalachicola Bay. “Anytime you have a Senate field hearing, it raises awareness among the committee staff and it spreads Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly …

New Standards For Snacks And Beverages in Schools

School children will have healthier options to choose from in vending machines and snack bars. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 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 Attending Beef Meetings in Denver

Suzanne Black with the Georgia Beef Board is looking forward to attending the Cattle Industry Summer Conference this week in Denver. She talks about that along with providing information about a Georgia beef producer who is being featured right now. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Light Can Change Flavor and Scent in Plants and Fruits

A new University of Florida study has revealed how specific light wavelengths can manipulate volatile compounds that control aroma and taste in several high-value crops. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 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 …