TALLAHASSEE – Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) officials are urging residents and visitors throughout Florida to practice fire and cold weather safety as a strong arctic air mass brings freezing temperatures, and cold wind chills to the state through Saturday. Dry and breezy conditions also increase the wildfire risk through the weekend. Overnight temperatures could fall to the lower …
Additional NRCS Funding Opportunity Available for Florida Farmers
GAINESVILLE, FL., Jan.21, 2014–The 2008 Farm Bill was recently granted a short extension by Congress. This extension allows the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida to give farmers and ranchers an additional opportunity to improve water and air quality, build healthier soil, improve forest lands, conserve energy, enhance organic operations, and achieve other environmental benefits. Download Audio Sponsored …
USDA’s StrikeForce Initiative Proven to be Successful
USDA’s StrikeForce Initiative continues to be successful in its efforts to promote American agriculture and create economic opportunity in rural communities. Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Jason Weller gives more details about the StrikeForce efforts in states such as Alabama. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary …
Conservation Stewardship Program Extended
John Curtis, resource conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama reminds growers that they have a little more time to signup for the Conservation Stewardship Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical …
USDA Announces Cotton Board Appointments
From The Cotton Board: (MEMPHIS, TN) – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced the appointment of 17 members and 17 alternates to The Cotton Board. The Cotton Board is appointed by the Secretary to oversee the Cotton Research & Promotion Program. All appointees will serve Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities …
Valentine’s Day Deadline for Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program
Applications are due Valentine’s Day for the Farm and Ranch Lands Protection Program (FRPP)to help Florida farmers and ranchers keep their land in agricultural production. Robert Christianson, director of strategic planning and administrative services with the St Johns Water Management District, explains how FRPP has helped them reach their conservation goals. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production …
Farmers Have More Time to Signup for Conservation Stewardship Program
Producers interested in signing up for USDA’s Conservation Stewardship Program have a little more time to do so, as that signup period for 2014 funding has been extended to February 7th, 2014. Alabama – John Curtis: Download Audio Florida – Odessa Armstrong: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to …
Turner Named Interim University of Florida/IFAS Dean of Agricultural and Life Sciences
From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Elaine Turner, senior associate dean of the UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences, has been appointed interim dean for the college, said Jack Payne, senior vice president of agriculture and natural resources. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data …
Still Time to Signup for USDA’s Conservation Stewardship Program
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service reminds producers that the Conservation Stewardship Program is currently open for new enrollments. Florida NRCS District Conservationist Chris Menhennet gives the details on how to apply. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
NRCS Offering Assistance to Forest Landowners Seeking CAP Plans
Tim Albritton, Alabama state forester with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, says forest landowners have an opportunity to receive assistance with their conservation activity plans. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance …