The 2014 Farm Bill streamlines conservation programs, an action that Florida NRCS Assistant State Conservationist for Easements Roney Guiterez says still maintains their objective of helping farmers help the land. Download Audio Florida landowners have until June 6, 2014 to apply for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst …
Joint Statement by North American Ag Leaders After Forum in Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico, May 19, 2014—United States Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture Enrique Martínez and Canada’s Minister of Agriculture Gerry Ritz issued the joint statement below following today’s agriculture forum in Mexico: “We, the agricultural leaders of North America, met today in Mexico City to reaffirm the benefits of fair and open trade for our economies and …
UF/IFAS Researchers Praised for Scientific Efforts in Seventh Awards Night
This is a release from the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — High-quality scientific research was again in the spotlight as the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences held its annual research awards program May 14 at the Harn Museum. The event brought together dozens of UF/IFAS faculty members, graduate students and stakeholders from around the state. …
Central Florida Natural Resource Steward is Named State’s Farmer of the Year
Gainesville, Fla. –Dennis Carlton has known since he was child that agriculture was his calling. Now that calling has returned to him a coveted honor. His continuing production success and excellent natural resource management persuaded a statewide panel of judges to award him the title of Florida’s 2014 Farmer of the Year. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR …
AgNet This Week: Waters of the U.S., RFS Update; Peanut Plantings
This week’s issue of AgNet This Week features updates from USDA and EPA officials on the RFS and the proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule and much more. To learn more click here to subscribe today and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, …
May is Wetlands Month
May is Wetlands Month, a time to recognize a very important part of Florida’s landscape. Florida State Conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Russel Morgan and Assistant Research Biologist with the Archbold Biological Station, Betsie Rothermel, talk about the importance of programs, such as those included in the Agricultural Conservation Easements Program, in restoring and conserving them. Download Audio …
USDA Video: This Week @ USDA May 9
A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. For more information: Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
NRCS Working with Partners to Aid in Storm Recovery
Parts of the Southeast suffered serious damage from the recent storm that trounced across much of the nation. Chief of the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Jason Weller, notes that although they are not a disaster response agency, they can help those affected recover, with programs such as the Emergency Watershed Protection Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober …
Florida Counties Receive Federal Disaster Declaration
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Governor Rick Scott announced today that the State of Florida received a Presidential Declaration to provide federal assistance to counties impacted by the severe storms and flooding April 28 – May 6, 2014. The declaration for Individual Assistance provides federal assistance to individuals and families who were affected in Escambia and Santa Rosa counties. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata …
NRCS Chief on Disaster Follow-up
One of the speakers today during the National Association of Farm Broadcaster’s Washington Watch, was USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief Jason Weller. Southeast AgNet’s Gary Cooper was able to ask him how NRCS will be involved after the recent storms which spawned tornadoes in North Alabama and left flooding issues in South Alabama and across parts of Florida. He …