The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) wants to remind landowners it is now accepting project proposals through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). This will help farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners adopt and expand conservation strategies to enhance natural resources while tackling the climate crisis. This $1.5 billion investment, being made available through the Farm Bill and the Inflation Reduction Act, is enabling …
America’s Producers Leading the Way with Climate Change Solutions
Earth Day took place this past Monday, an event that was first celebrated some 54 years ago. And over those years, farmers, ranchers and forest landowners have seen the effects of climate change. Producers are uniquely positioned to deliver climate change solutions through programs being offered by the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). These are supported by Farm Bill funding and …
Winner of 2024 Florida Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Award Announced
The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) has announced the 2024 winner of the Agricultural-Environmental Leadership Award. Costa Farms of Miami, one of the largest commercial plant growers in the U.S. is this year’s winner. The award has been presented annually since 1994 and spotlights environmentally innovative growers and ranchers who share a commitment to protecting and preserving Florida’s resources while producing …
Underutilized Cuts Finding Opportunities During Tight Beef Supply
Difficulty provides an opportunity for growth. The U.S. beef industry is re-learning this lesson as the cow herd continues to contract as demand for beef continues to grow domestically and abroad. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), USDA and the Beef Checkoff are collaborating to promote cuts often overlooked. USMEF President and CEO, Dan Halstrom, shares more on growing opportunities for …
“Eye Opening”: FBC Holds Ranch to Ribeye Event
The Florida Beef Council recently held a “Ranch to Ribeye” event to connect cattlemen with members of the food service industry. Designed to tell the story of beef from pasture to plate, the event helped close the information gap between producers and consumers. Listen below as one event attendee, Chef Alex Kuk of Temple Street Eatery in Ft. Lauderdale, shares …
UGA Extension Advises Cotton Growers to Plant Dryland First
The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension Cotton Team encourage producers looking to start planting their crop this week to take advantage of the moisture in the ground. It may not be there very long, which means the dryland crop is a top priority, says Camp Hand, University of Georgia (UGA) Extension cotton agronomist. “If I …
FDACS Announces 2024 Woman of the Year in Agriculture
(FDACS/TALLAHASSEE, FL/April 23, 2024) — Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) announced Sandra Moore as the 2024 Woman of the Year in Agriculture. “I am so pleased to announce Sandra Moore as this year’s Woman of the Year in Agriculture, and I am even more excited to share that she is …
ACA to Host Second Spring Youth Field Day
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association preparing for the second 2024 Spring Youth Field Day. ACA Director of Field Services, Reid McGuire shares more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025
GBB Gears up for May Beef Month
The Georgia Beef Board is making final preparations for May Beef Month! Listen in as GBB Checkoff Programs Coordinator, Caitlin Jackson, shares more on the planned events. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, …
Upcoming Educational Opportunities for Florida Producers
Florida livestock producers have a couple of upcoming educational opportunities through the University of Florida. The UF Beef Cattle Short Course will be held May 8-10. The UF Small Ruminant Short Course will be held Sep. 20-21 Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research …