From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A valuable UF/IFAS program that helps save the state millions of dollars annually in controlling invasive plants and insects will likely close after a veto by Gov. Rick Scott on Monday. An approved increase by the Legislature of $180,000 was denied, and the facility also lost all funding. The state-of-the-art lab Sponsored …
Puckett Retiring as Alabama NRCS State Conservationist
Dr. William Puckett, state conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama (NRCS), has announced his retirement from that position. But soon you can find him filling another role in the state. 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 …
Florida NRCS Seeking Proposals to Protect and Restore Critical Wetlands
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida is getting the word out about the availability of financial and technical assistance to help eligible conservation partners voluntarily protect, restore and enhance critical wetlands. Roney Gutierrez says funding for this will be provided through the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle …
PMA Applauds Work of House and Senate as Trade Promotion Authority Moves to the President
From the Produce Marketing Association: Newark, Del. — Richard Owen, vice president of global business development for Produce Marketing Association (PMA), issued the following statement praising Congress’ work on Trade Promotion Authority (TPA 2015), also known as ‘fast track,’ as it moves to President Obama for signature: “We’re pleased that a bipartisan Congress has shown strong resolve to pass TPA …
Trade Promotion Authority Bill Goes To Obama
From the National Pork Producers Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., June 24, 2015 – With today’s passage by the Senate of legislation granting the president authority to enter and finalize free trade agreements, the National Pork Producers Council called on U.S. trade negotiators to conclude the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), an Asia-Pacific regional trade deal. Senate lawmakers voted 60-38 to approve Trade Promotion …
Alabama NRCS Encourages Producers to Look at CSP
John Curtis, resource conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama, encourages landowners to learn more about funds available through 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 Funding To Enhance …
Georgia Bid to Toss Water Lawsuit Rejected
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By MARGIE MENZEL THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, June 22, 2015………. A special master appointed by the U.S. Supreme Court to preside over Florida’s long-running water dispute with Georgia has denied a bid to have the case dismissed. Special master Ralph Lancaster ruled Friday that the federal government does not have to be a party to …
Amendment 1 Backers Sue Lawmakers Over Funding
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By JIM TURNER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, June 22, 2015………. Supporters of Amendment 1 filed a lawsuit Monday claiming state lawmakers in a newly approved budget misappropriated more than $300 million of the money voters wanted for environmental land management and acquisition. Also, supporters of the ballot initiative want a Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review June 19
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, urban agriculture in D.C., and helping our pollinator friends. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.ree.usda.gov www.ars.usda.gov www.cnpp.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop …
McMillan Elected President of Southern Agriculture Commissioners Association
From the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries: Montgomery, AL – Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries John McMillan was elected President of the Southern Association of State Departments of Agriculture (SASDA) this week at the conclusion of their annual meeting held in Atlanta, Georgia. “I am honored to have been selected by my fellow commissioners, secretaries and directors of …