Possible Cold Wave Causing Concern

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Weather

USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey says some computer models are predicting a cold air mass to arrive to the southeast by Wednesday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida …

EGG-celent Food Safety Tips

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Poultry

It is time to get hopping on those preparations for your Easter celebration and USDA Food Safety Expert Diane Van has some pointers to help ensure that the tradition of hiding eggs is a fun and safe activity. Preparation: Download Audio Coloring: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Georgia Cattlemen’s Convention Underway

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

The 51st annual Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention & Trade Show officially gets underway today at the Georgia National Fairgrounds in Perry, as Josh White reminds producers about an event coming up this afternoon. Download Audio For more information about the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Convention and Trade Show and the Beef Expo go to gabeef.org. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers …

Oil Dependence

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Energy, Florida, General, Georgia

Everett Griner talks directly to the politicians. “Don’t tell me what…tell me how!” Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion …

Vilsack Defends Office and Facility Closings

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

Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack recently defended the closing of several USDA research facilities and hundreds of county offices across the country. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida …

Georgia Producer Learns More about Beef Checkoff

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

In this week’s “Getting to know your beef checkoff”, brought to you by the beef checkoff, Gerald Long from Bainbridge, Georgia took part in a recent orientation event for those who are new in serving on the Cattlemen’s Beef Board and said it was great experience. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida …

UGA Continuing Peanut Research Thanks to Grower Dollars

Randall Weiseman Georgia, Peanuts

The Georgia Peanut Commission has approved $260,000 in new research project funding for its 2012-13 research budget and UGA Soil Scientist Glen Harris says he is thankful that his research efforts are included in those funds provided by GA peanut growers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Feral Hogs

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

Wild hog destruction is still growing. States are still baffled about controlling the wild hogs. Everett Griner gives us the latest. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida …

Hamming it up for Easter

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Pork

Pamela Johnson, director of consumer communications for the Pork Checkoff, wants to be sure that consumers know that any questions they may have about their Easter ham can be answered by calling their hotline or visiting them online. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …

USDA Research Could Lead to Reduced Insecticide Use

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

USDA is currently working on distinguishing aphids that spread plant viruses from those that do not. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef …