FAA’s New Rules for UAS Start Monday

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, Technology

The Federal Aviation Administration’s new operational rules for routine commercial use of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) become effective Monday, August 29. And Joe Morra, a manager within the FAA’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration Office, said this is only the first operational rule to be released, as there will be more. But he had advice for farmers who Sponsored ContentFlorida …

Meat Production Expected to Rise Next Year

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Livestock, Pork, Poultry

Not only is beef output expected to rise next year, Gary Crawford reports we could see increases in supplies of every meat category. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle …

Table Meat Farming

Dan Agri View, Poultry, Sheep-Goats

Everett Griner talks about a farmer raising table meat in today’s Agri View. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember …

Bearded Chickens

Dan Poultry

Cathy Isom tells us why some chickens have beards. That story’s ahead on “This Land of Ours.” Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

Alabama Landowners Can Benefit through EQIP Programs

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Environment, Forestry, General, Livestock, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama wants every landowner in the state to know the the sign-up period for 2017 programs is underway through October 14. And Alabama NRCS assistant state conservationist for programs, Steve Musser, says that includes the various programs found through EQIP, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports …

Florida NRCS Invites Landowners to Learn More about EQIP

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Environment, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida wants producers to know that a sign-up is underway for 2017 funding. Lisa Harper, district conservationist for Hillsborough and Pinellas counties, says this is through the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …

USDA Allowing Meat, Egg Products with “No GMO” Label

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, General, Livestock, Pork, Poultry

The Department of Agriculture will begin allowing meat, poultry and egg producers to use labels such as “contains no GMO” or “derived from beef fed no GMO feed.” The guidance announced last week takes effect immediately and gives food makers information and examples on how to label products as non-GMO, known as a Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef …

Presidential Candidates and Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

The presidential candidates are largely at odds over key issues that affect farming and rural America. Hillary Clinton has said she would continue to spend money on commodity payments, crop insurance and disaster aid for family farms that need help in disasters or other tough times. Donald Trump is expected out with specifics on his farm policy in the coming …

Louisiana Flooding to Cost State’s Agriculture $110 Million

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Field Crops, General, Livestock, Weather

Torrential rains that recently caused historic flooding in south Louisiana will cost the state’s agriculture industry at least $110 million. The Louisiana State University AgCenter says that figure is expected to grow as farmers realize the full extent of flood damage. Further, normal seasonal rains are likely to slow floodwaters receding. Many factors – including crop yield and quality reductions, …

Food Bloggers Learn about Florida Beef Industry

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Livestock

The Florida Beef Checkoff was busy this past weekend working with a group of food bloggers. In this week’s beef checkoff report, Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council said she was pleased with the event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …