A USDA official says the agency that works to prevent, track and contain animal disease outbreaks needs more money and more people to do the job. Gary Crawford has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
USMEF Represented on USDA Trade Mission
During a USDA trade mission this week, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman announced the U.S. government has reached an agreement with the government of Peru to remove barriers for U.S. beef exports to that country which have remained in effect since 2003. The agreement reached reflects the U.S.’ negligible risk classification for bovine spongiform encephalopathy …
Celebrating National Agriculture Day 2016
Tuesday was National Agriculture Day, as National Agriculture Week continues through Saturday, March 19. And according to a story from Rod Bain, the importance of agriculture in our daily lives was the focus of annual National Ag Day events nationwide like those held yesterday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …
USDA Announces $260 Million Available for RCPP
It was announced this week by Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack that through RCPP, the Regional Conservation Partnership Program, they are making available up to $260 million for partner proposals to improve the nation’s water quality, combat drought, enhance soil health, support wildlife habitat and protect agricultural viability. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle …
Real Horse Power
Everett Griner talks about the horse making a “horsepower” comeback in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Scott to Veto $256 Million from New Budget
FROM THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA By BRANDON LARRABEE AND JIM TURNER THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, March 15, 2016……….In a surprise move, Gov. Rick Scott announced Tuesday that he would sign the largest budget in state history while using his line-item veto relatively sparingly, defusing a potential showdown with state lawmakers. Scott said he would sign the previously $82.3 billion spending …
National Ag Day: Where Was the Food On Your Plate Grown?
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: March is National Nutrition Month and throughout the month, USDA will be highlighting results of their efforts to improve access to safe, healthy food for all Americans and supporting the health of our next generation. From farm to fork, agriculture and nutrition are integrally linked. And every state in the U.S. can play an …
Statement by Commissioner Adam H. Putnam on Governor Scott Supporting Key Budget Priorities
According to information from the News Service of Florida, Governor Rick Scott’s office announced today that he plans to veto $256.1 million from the newly approved budget for the fiscal year that starts July 1. Lawmakers approved the $83.2 billion budget Friday before ending the annual legislative session. While more on that will be available later, here is a release …
Florida Cattlemen Pleased with 2016 Legislative Session
Sam Ard, director of governmental affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, says agriculture as a whole did very well during this year’s Florida legislative session. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance …
Southeastern Livestock Exposition Rodeo Is This Weekend
The annual Southeastern Livestock Exposition Rodeo will take place this weekend in Montgomery, Ala. as the annual event will be held March 17-19 at Garrett Coliseum. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s Dr. Billy Powell says one of the best outfits in North America will be there to put on the rodeo. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Production ResearchMay 8, …