Search Committee Named to Seek Dean of UGA’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

From the University of Georgia: Athens, Ga. – University of Georgia Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Pamela Whitten has appointed a committee to begin a national search to fill the position of dean and director of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …

Florida Holding Fall Peach Seminar

On Thursday, September 17th University of Florida/IFAS Extension will conduct an all-day seminar focused on the important topics in which Florida peach growers have said they would like more information. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …

Mandatory GMO Labeling Supporters Attack SAFE Act

A well known actress joined advocates and lawmakers this week on Capitol Hill pushing for mandatory labeling of GMO ingredients. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through …

UF/IFAS Hosting Field Day at Suwanee Valley Agricultural Extension Office

From the University of Florida/IFAS: LIVE OAK, Fla. — Farmers interested in row crops are invited to the Suwanee Valley Agricultural Extension Center on Monday evening, Aug. 17, to learn about best management practices. “During this field day, we will provide an overview of the latest research that seeks to help farmers optimize nutrient and irrigation Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …

Last Call: The Georgia Grown Pavilion at the Georgia National Fair

From the Georgia Department of Agriculture: Folks are being reminded vendor applications for the Georgia Grown Pavilion at the Georgia National Fair are due August 14th, so sign up today! There are many reasons to be in the Georgia Grown Pavilion: Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

The Dogs that Protect Florida’s $120 Billion Agriculture Industry

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla.–Protecting Florida’s $120 billion agriculture industry requires a multifaceted approach, including the assistance of several four-legged, furry helpers. During the dog days of summer, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services is showcasing its lesser-known staff members—rescue dogs trained to detect invasive pests and disease. “Dogs’ unparalleled sense of …

Florida Forest Service Breaks National Prescribed Fire Record

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today announced that the Florida Forest Service treated more than 246,000 acres of state forests with prescribed fire over the last 12 months, the highest number ever reported by a state forestry agency in United States history. The Florida Forest Service, …

Simon Takes Over as Acting State Conservationist in Alabama

While the search is on to find a new Alabama state conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, Kurt Simon has officially taken over as acting state conservationist. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …

Florida Farmer Works Many Years with NRCS Programs

A Santa Rosa County farmer has worked with many programs over the years through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June …

Forest Service Report: Rising Firefighting Costs Raises Alarms

U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Aug. 5, 2015 — For the first time in its 110-year history, the Forest Service, part of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, is spending more than 50 percent of its budget to suppress the nation’s wildfires. A new report released today by the Forest Service estimates that within a decade, the agency will spend more …