USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida wants to remind farmers and ranchers that November 21 is the deadline to apply for 2015 financial assistance through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program. And one producer knows the benefits EQIP can provide. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …
Alabama NRCS Announces Signup Batching Date
Steve Musser, with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama has more information concerning the October 17 signup batching date for 2015 funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Florida Cabinet Approves Two Conservation Land Acquisitions
From the Florida Department of Environmental Protection: TALLAHASSEE – Governor Rick Scott and the Florida Cabinet approved the acquisition of more than 1,275 acres to protect environmentally sensitive areas in Monroe and Washington counties. This approval is the final step before land can be purchased for these two Florida Forever projects. Governor Scott said, “This more than $4-million investment will …
FFA Sees Big Membership Increase
The National FFA Organization has announced their membership has seen a big increase from last year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Grants for Conservation Innovation
Cindy Zimmerman has more information about the Conservation Innovation Grants which were announced last week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Florida Landowner Pleased with Longleaf Pine Restoration
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida knows restoring longleaf pine forests will provide environmental, economic and wildlife benefits for generations to come. And that’s why they enjoy working with landowners in the state who also understand the importance of this. Download Audio More information about the Longleaf Pine Initiative is available on the Florida NRCS website. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata …
Putnam Calls for State Aid if Oyster Harvesting Halted
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA: THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, September 22, 2014 …… Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam said state officials must be ready to assist thousands of families whose lives would be impacted if the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission shuts down oyster harvesting in Apalachicola Bay. Putnam wouldn’t go so far as to say he’d support closing the …
Cogongrass Treatment Cost-Share Program Now Accepting Applications from Private Landowners in Florida
From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: Tallahassee, FL –The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services announced today that the Florida Forest Service is now accepting applications for the Cogongrass Treatment Cost-Share Program. “Invasive cogongrass spreads quickly and aggressively and can cause long-term problems if left untreated,” said State Forester Jim Karels. “In addition to reducing the …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending September 19, 2014
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have stories concerning USDA awarding $15.7 million in Conservation Innovation Grants, USDA making new financial assistance available to eligible Florida citrus growers, a reminder to cattle producers that they can now get BQA certified for free right now and more. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: …
House Passes Jobs Bill
From the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association: WASHINGTON – The House passed The Jobs for America Act (H.R. 4) by a vote of 253 to 163. Bob McCan, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association president and Victoria, Texas, cattleman said this was a positive move for cattle producers and a solid step toward stabilizing the economy. “The Jobs bill passed by the House …