Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Food, Farm and Jobs Bill

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

WASHINGTON, Jan. 2, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today issued the following statement on the Food, Farm and Jobs Bill: “I am pleased that Congress passed needed middle class tax relief and continued unemployment insurance protection for 2 million unemployed Americans. However, while I am relieved that the agreement reached prevents a spike in the price of dairy and …

Direct Payments Still in Farm Bill

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

The extended version of the 2008 Farm Bill is not exactly the same as what we had, but it does still include direct payments as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …

Developing and Sharing Biobased Technology

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Agriculture continues to be a vital part of unique innovations aimed at improving sustainability. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026

BQA Good for Producers and Consumers

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In our “BQA Quality Report” brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs, we have Bill Lipscomb from Prattville, Alabama who said being BQA certified and using these practices have made a difference in his operation. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting BQA.org Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

2013 Will Not Likely See Any New Trade Agreements Signed

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In the following report, USDA’s Gary Crawford has USDA Chief Economist Joe Glauber who tells us that even though there is expected to be lots of work done on various trade agreements in 2013, nothing is likely to be concluded during this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida …

Partial Farm Bill Extension Included in Fiscal Cliff Package

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The Fiscal Cliff package finally approved by Congress does include a partial Farm Bill extension as well as some important tax extensions for farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Farm Bill Extension and Estate Tax Issue Approved

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While it technically went past the deadline, Congress did finally reach a tax deal and approved the extension of the 2008 Farm Bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …

Smart Choice

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Opportunity abounds for all grads seeking a career in agriculture. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026

Vegetable Price Volatility High

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A new USDA report reveals that vegetable prices are more than twice as volatile as the average of all other food. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well …

Invasive Leaf Beetle Could Threaten Cole Crops in Cold Climates

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A University of Florida study suggests that the invasive yellowmargined leaf beetle’s cold tolerance could help it spread much further north than its current range. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …