INDIANAPOLIS (February 16, 2012/National FFA Organization) – It’s no secret that networking is a pivotal step toward a bright career in any industry. With that in mind – and a chance to win some substantial prizes for their FFA chapter – FFA members in 12 states are producing new connections with local farmers at an incredible rate. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
Falling Surplus
Farming is moving from surplus to shortage. Everett Griner explains. 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
Florida and Georgia Seeking Peanut Board Nominees
We’ve been contacted by both the Florida Peanut Producers Association and the Georgia Peanut Commission that they are seeking nominees for the National Peanut Board. So Tyron Spearman has those details along with information about an Irrigation Workshop coming up next week that growers may want to attend. Nominees: Download Audio Workshop: Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
GA Cotton Producers Gained Insight Regarding Needs of International Markets
During the Georgia Cotton Commission’s Annual Meeting earlier this month, GA cotton producers heard from Vice President of Market Competition with Cotton Incorporated, Mike Watson regarding what is going on in cotton markets around the world. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
BQA Keeping Producers Abreast of Animal Care
In this week’s “BQA Quality Report” brought to you by your state and national Beef Quality Assurance programs we have Jim Lefils from Volusia County, Florida who said BQA is important to his operation and thus is in the process of making sure all of his employees are certified. Download Audio Get to know your BQA program by visiting BQA.org …
An Abundance of Tomatoes
This winter’s mild weather has produced more than just a bumper crop of tomatoes, it has also produced bargains for those looking to stock up on the nutritious fruit. 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 …
Senators Encourage Finalization of BSE Rule
A group of U.S. Senators sent a letter to the Office of Management and Budget and the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service urging finalization to a comprehensive rule for BSE. 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 …
U.S. Supreme Court Asked to Resolve Water War
Here is a story from the THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA: Describing it as a “singularly important case.” Florida and Alabama this week asked the U.S. Supreme Court to resolve their long-running fight with Georgia about water at Lake Lanier north of Atlanta. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …
Migrant Help
The farm worker issue is still unsolved and Everett Griner looks into why. 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
Proposed Cuts to Agriculture & National Cotton Council Predicts Lower Acreage
Yesterday, President Obama released his proposed budget for fiscal year 2013 which includes a $32 billion reduction in agricultural spending. Tyron Spearman has a look at that along with the National Cotton Council’s survey which shows fewer cotton acres this year. Ag Cuts: Download Audio Acreage: Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up …