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 ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober …
Georgia Peanut Commission Sponsors Peanut Farmer in NHRA Series
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
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 ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle …
UGA to Use $2 Million Grant to Develop Control for Blueberry-destroying Fly
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
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 ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term …
Florida Rancher Pleased with NRCS Staff
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 ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida …
Commissioner Adam H. Putnam Raises Florida Water Issues to International Platform at WATEC 2015
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 …
Sign-up Deadline for Alabama NRCS Programs Is Friday
Ben Malone, state conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama, reminds producers that Friday, October 16, is the sign-up batching date to apply for 2016 program funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For …
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review October 9
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review: Expanding trade, talking to Congress about dietary guidelines and planting with an astronaut. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.fas.usda.gov www.cnpp.usda.gov www.dm.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida …
Floridians Consider Farmers Wise Water Users
According to a recent survey conducted by the University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) Center for Public Issues Education (PIE) in Agriculture and Natural Resources, a majority of Floridians believe farmers are using water the right way. And UF Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Dr. Jack Payne, is pleased to see these results. Download Audio …