Denise Grimsley, who represents District 26 in the Florida State Senate, announced a few weeks ago that she will run for Florida agriculture commissioner in 2018. During an event this week, she told Southeast AgNet she looks forward to meeting folks across the state. Play Audio To read more on this story click here. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts …
2017 National Ag Day Celebrated During Legislative Days
As part of their celebration of National Agriculture Day, Florida Farm Bureau members will hold a Taste of Agriculture reception on March 8 during their Legislative Days at the state capital. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
Georgia Cattlemen Holding Legislative Steak Biscuit Day
With the Georgia legislative session well underway, it’s time once again for the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) Legislative Steak Biscuit Day. GCA Executive Vice President Will Bentley hopes producers from across the state will take part in this big event. Play Audio Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
University of Florida/IFAS Hoping for Good Legislative Session
The 2017 Florida Legislative Session is set to start next week, and many in agriculture are gearing up for the annual event. One of those is Mary Ann Hooks, lobbyist for the University of Florida/IFAS. She looks ahead at what they are expecting during this year’s session. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay …
Solar Panel Bill Passes Georgia House
A bill concerning the installation of solar panels to help agricultural producers passed the Georgia House this week. And as Georgia Agribusiness Council’s Bryan Tolar explains, it’s a bill that now moves on to the Senate. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, …
House Agriculture Subcommittee’s Plan Farm Bill Hearings
The House Agriculture Committee has scheduled two subcommittee hearings on the next farm bill next week. The Subcommittee on Conservation and Forestry will hold a public hearing next Tuesday morning regarding conservation policy in the next farm bill. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage …
Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Watching Legislative Session
While the 2017 Alabama legislative session continues, many eyes are watching what lawmakers are discussing. One of those watching that action is Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries John McMillan. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding …
Agriculture Concerned with Florida Senate Bill 10
With the Florida legislative session set to start March 7, various bills have already been introduced, and one of those is Senate Bill 10. Ernie Barnett, executive director of the Florida Land Council, explains the Council’s concerns with this bill. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial …
AFBF Joins Groups in Support of Farm Bill Funding
Reduced spending under the 2014 farm bill contributed greatly to the nation’s deficit reduction effort. However, additional cuts to the 2018 farm bill would present perils on many fronts, a diverse coalition today told congressional appropriations and budget leaders. Sponsored ContentCattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For …
Senate Panel Backs Money for St. Johns River
From: The News Service of Florida Looking to tap conservation money approved by voters in 2014, a Senate committee Tuesday approved a plan that would earmark $35 million a year for projects related to the St. Johns River or the Keystone Heights lake region in North Florida. The Senate Environmental Preservation and Conservation Committee unanimously approved the proposal (SB 234), …