The Natural Resources Conservation Service has several programs designed to assist growers in their conservation efforts and Crenel Francis, FL NRCS Wetland Program Coordinator, says the Wetlands Reserve Program is one of those that works well for Florida farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Grants Awarded For Development of Innovative Agriculture Approaches to Benefit FL
Gainesville, FL., Aug. 27, 2012 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack recently announced $25 million in Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) awarded to 58 entities across the nation for projects that test and prove innovative approaches to conserving America’s private lands. Recipients will demonstrate innovative approaches to improving soil health, increasing pollinator and wildlife habitat, addressing livestock manure management, producing on-farm energy …
Farm Bill Uncertainties Remain, but Conservation Title Expected to Remain Strong
As doubts and concerns regarding the completion of a Farm Bill before the September 30th deadline continue, NRCS Regional Conservationist Leonard Jordan says when it does happen, he feels confident that the conservation title will remain strong. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays …
Partnerships Making a Positive Impact on NRCS Efforts
The Natural Resources Conservation Service continues to be successful in their conservation efforts, and Southeastern Regional Conservationist Leonard Jordan says that is largely thanks to their ongoing partnerships. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
FL NRCS to Implement Working Lands for Wildlife Initiative
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida is currently in the process of implementing practices to restore and protect the habitat for the gopher tortoise. According to NRCS district Conservationist in Okaloosa county, Darryl Williams, producers are finding that the actions under the Working Lands for Wildlife partnership are very worth while. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of …
AL Producers Affected by Drought Encouraged to Visit with NRCS Office
Alabama NRCS Resource Conservationist John Curtis encourages farmers and ranchers who have failed NRCS practices because of the drought to revisit with their local NRCS office. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
Some Alabama Counties to Receive Drought Assistance
USDA announced this week that they will utilize nearly $16 million in financial and technical assistance to immediately help both crop and livestock producers in 19 states, including a few counties in Alabama. And State Conservationist Dr. William Puckett said that i8ncludes using existing EQIP funds to help livestock producers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle …
AL NRCS to Assist Producers Mitigate Drought Situations
NRCS State Conservationist Dr. Bill Puckett reminds producers that they have until Friday, August 10, 2012, to sign up for the first round of funding for drought assistance through WHIP and EQIP. Download Audio For more information on eligible counties click here or visit the AL NRCS website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR …
FL Wetland Conservation Efforts Thanks to Producer Partnerships
Florida is well known for its wealth of wetlands and FL NRCS Assistant State Conservationist Roney Gutierrez says they are working with producers to ensure those riches are preserved. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025
AL NRCS Reminds Producers of Upcoming Deadline for Drought Assistance
AL NRCS Resource Conservationist John Curtis wants to remind producers in drought stricken counties that the Natural Resources Conservation Service is offering assistance through their Wildlife Habitat Incentive Program and the Environmental Quality Incentives Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role …