Ken Morgan, program specialist with the Florida Natural Resources Conservation Service wants to remind producers that there are some upcoming deadlines for 2010 funding. Applications for the Farm and Ranch Land Protection Program are due March 11, 2010. And sign up for the Organic Initiative ends March 12, 2010. Download Audio
FL Cattlemen Visit State Capitol
The cowboy hats were very visible at the Florida state capitol today as members of the Florida Cattlemen’s Association were on hand to talk with legislators. And while there they were able to see part of the legislative session as lawmakers convened this afternoon to talk about some of the issues before the state government. Knowing that proposed budget cuts …
ANCW President Seeking New Members
As President of the American National Cattlewomen’s Association, Lana Slaten of Cullman, Alabama is hoping more women will join in efforts to really build membership this year in ANCW. Download Audio
Resistant Weeds
The U.S. is now the leader in having resistant weeds. Why? Everett Griner explains. Download Audio
EPA Taking a Breath Regarding Proposed Nutrient Standards
There has been a pause in the action regarding the EPA’s proposed nutrient water quality standards. Thanks in part to an effort headed up by District 2 Florida State Representative, Dave Murzin. Download Audio For more information visit the EPA Water Quality Standards site.
FCA Discussing Many Issues in Tallahassee
Florida Cattlemen’s Association members are in Tallahassee for their annual Legislative Quarterly meeting, as their Director of Governmental Affairs Sam Ard, says there are various issues for them to discuss with legislators. Download Audio
ACA Invites Everyone to the SLE Rodeo
The Southeastern Livestock Exposition Rodeo is coming this weekend to the Garrett Coliseum in Montgomery and Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association invites everyone to enjoy the annual event. Download Audio
GA Seeking Beef Ambassador Candidates
Ashley Hughes with the Georgia Beef Board says they are seeking young people interested in becoming the next Beef Ambassador for Georgia. Download Audio
USDA Declares 98 GA Counties as Natural Disaster Areas
WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Agriculture has designated 98 counties in Georgia as primary natural disaster areas due to excessive rainfall that occurred from September 2009, and continuing.
FCA Holding Legislative Quarterly Meeting
The Florida Cattlemen’s Association kicks off their annual legislative quarterly meeting today in Tallahassee, as their President Wade Grigsby said the more cattlemen that attend this meeting the more it will mean for the industry. Download Audio