Nominations for Livestock Advisory Committee

Nominations are now open for appointments to a committee which helps with the prevention of foreign livestock and poultry diseases in the United States.  Report (:25 mp3)        Nominations can be sent to this address: Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service U.S. Department of Agriculture 4700 River Road, Unit 41 Riverdale, Maryland 20737-1231 Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle …

Meat Production & Price Forecast

New forecasts are out for meat production and prices, and while some numbers are down a bit from earlier projections, overall they still look good.  Report (1:10 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities …

Seeking 2008 ESAP Entries

While entries are now being accepted for the 18th annual Environmental Stewardship Award program, regional winners of the 2007 program will be in Reno, Nevada in February to find out who takes that national honor.  Report (1:15 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, …

COOL Language in Farm Bill

While the farm bill debate continues, Country of Origin Labeling is just one component included the the proposed versions. Acting Agriculture Secretary Chuck Conner discusses not only that, but also the issue of a possible veto by the President.  Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

More Research in E-Coli Breakouts

E-Coli bacteria breakouts have been numerous this year in ground beef. So much so, it has both USDA and Congress concerned.  Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril …

FL Animal ID for Producers

One man in Florida wants livestock producers to know the Animal Identification system was designed to benefit them in many ways.  Report (1:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy …

Peru FTA Heads to Senate

Beef & Pork producers are pleased with the House approval of the Peru Free Trade Agreement which now heads to the Senate.  Report (1:00 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research …

Pork Board to Set 2008 Plan

The National Pork Board meets next week to finalize plans for their 2008 operating plan and budget.  Report (:30 mp3) Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers …

U.S. Cattlemen Concerned About Argentina Trade

The United States Cattlemen’s Association is a new cattle organization presenting an effective voice for America’s cattle industry. And one of the many issues they are currently dealing with concerns USDA looking to open our market to parts of Argentina.  Report (1:30 mp3) To learn more about the U.S. Cattlemen’s Association, Click Here  Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and …