Rooney Introduces HERD Act, Lower Costs for Livestock Producers

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, General, Livestock, Pork, Sheep-Goats

Congressman Tom Rooney of Florida has introduced the Highway Exceptions for Ranchers’ Deliveries, or HERD Act, which is legislation to help lower transport costs for Florida livestock producers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …

U.S. Meat Exports Post Disappointing August Figures

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Livestock, Pork

U.S. beef and pork exports struggled in August, remaining below year-ago levels, according to data released by USDA and the U.S. Meat Export Federation. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida …

Common Shifts

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Aquaculture, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Seeds, Specialty Crops

Everett Griner talks about agriculture, a risky business, in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida 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 …

30 Day Wait for TPP Details

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

We’ve told you that the Trans-Pacific Partnership Negotiations in Atlanta, Georgia wrapped up this past Monday. And while many people are looking forward to seeing the details, they will not be released until the President presents it to Congress, or in about 30 days. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack explains why it will take that long to get the information. Download …

Warding Off Potential Bird Flu Cases

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Poultry

There have been efforts underway for some time to prepare for a possible return of avian influenza when the wild bird migration starts south this fall. Susan Carter provides information on what some of the methods are that USDA is using to prepare for, and hopefully prevent a potential avian flu outbreak. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …

Pioneering UF/IFAS Cattle Scientist Recognized at World Dairy Expo

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Dairy, Florida, Industry News Release, Livestock

From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida emeritus graduate research professor in the Department of Animal Sciences was recognized last week at the 2015 World Dairy Expo for his decades of work in cattle reproduction. Virtus Nutrition honored several researchers, including William Thatcher, as the company launched the Fatty Acid Forum Legacy Series at the …

Register Now for Alabama Forage Conference

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Livestock

On Thursday, December 10, the 2015 Alabama Forage Conference “Forward Thinking with Forage Systems” will be held at Lakepoint State Park just outside of Eufaula. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …

USDA Announces $3 Million in Funding for Critical Agriculture Production Research

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2015 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced nearly $3 million in grants to address critical issues affecting agriculturally-important plants and animals. The science developed from these grants will provide timely assistance and have an immediate impact for the Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …

Signup Deadline for Alabama NRCS Programs Nearing

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Forestry, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

Ben Malone, State Conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama, reminds producers that Friday, October 16th is the signup batching date to apply for funding for 2016 programs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In …

Florida NRCS Program Sign-up Runs Through December 18

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida reminds farmers and ranchers that you have until December 18th to apply for financial and technical assistance through both EQIP, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and ACEP, the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef …