RFA Says EPA Probe Will Prove RFS is Getting Results

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Soybeans

From the Renewable Fuels Association: WASHINGTON — The Renewable Fuels Association (RFA) released the following statement regarding a notice posted by the Office of Inspector General (OIG) of the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) that it intends on investigating the lifecycle impacts of the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS). Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst …

USDA NRCS Promoting Conservation Client Gateway

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

A new online portal called Conservation Client Gateway, from USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, allows producers to work with conservation planners online to access farm bill programs, request assistance and track payments for conservation activities. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Celebrating America’s Farmers on World Food Day

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops

From CropLife America: DES MOINES, IOWA – CropLife America (CLA) is pleased to join with agricultural organizations in the U.S. and around the world to celebrate World Food Day. Each year on October 16 on the anniversary of the founding of the Food and Agricultural Organization of the United Nations in 1945, organizations across the globe gather to honor growers …

Alabama NRCS Programs Signup Deadline Is Today

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Forestry, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama wants to remind producers that today, October 16th, is the signup batching deadline to apply for funding for 2016 programs. Alabama State Conservationist, Ben Malone, has information about two of those programs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, …

Georgia Peanut Commission Sponsors Peanut Farmer in NHRA Series

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Peanuts

From the Georgia Peanut Commission: Tifton, Ga. (Oct. 15, 2015) The Georgia Peanut Commission is proud to announce sponsorship of Jeff Adkinson, longtime NHRA Lucas Oil Series competitor, for both his Stock and Super Stock entries. The alignment is a natural fit for Adkinson, a lifelong farmer who operates a peanut farm in his home town of Damascus, Georgia. The …

Florida Holding Veterans, Small, and New Farmer Workshop

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, General, Livestock, Sheep-Goats, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

A Veterans, Small, and New Farmer Workshop will be held November 6 in Marianna, Florida, and USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida invites those interested to attend. Download Audio To learn more or to register, call 850-526-4910. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

UGA to Use $2 Million Grant to Develop Control for Blueberry-destroying Fly

Randall Weiseman Fruits, Georgia, Industry News Release, Specialty Crops

From the University of Georgia/CAES: Athens, Ga. – A tiny fly is having a huge impact on American fruit farmers. Known as spotted wing drosophila, the insect is costing famers more than $700 million a year in lost produce and prevention costs. This week, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture tasked University of Georgia researchers …

Southeast AgNet This Week: WOTUS Injunction Granted; Peanut Proud Helps Flood Victims

Josh McGill Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Water, Weather

This issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes information on the nationwide Waters of the U.S. (WOTUS) injunction that was granted, as well as a story on how Peanut Proud is helping victims of the flooding in South Carolina. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers …

Florida Rancher Pleased with NRCS Staff

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

Buzz Eaves is a rancher from Ft Pierce, Florida, and one who is pleased with the help he’s received through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida for the various programs that’s been implemented on his operation. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Raises Florida Water Issues to International Platform at WATEC 2015

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Water

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TEL AVIV, Israel–Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today participated in WATEC Israel 2015. The biennial conference and exhibition brings together government officials and business leaders from around the world to discuss the challenges facing the world’s water supply. The event also features the latest innovations and technologies to develop …