In the first part of this series, Cathy Isom looks into what may be causing those backyard chickens from laying eggs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …
The Importance of Trade Promotion Authority
After passing committees in both chambers of Congress, Trade Promotion Authority legislation continues to move forward. The Senate voted for final passage of this legislation on May 22nd but there is very little time in the schedule for the House to consider the legislation before the election season. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Associate Director of Legislative Affairs, Kent Bacus, talks …
What the Federation of State Beef Councils Does
Not every producer is familiar with what the Federation of State Beef Councils is all about so Jennifer Houston, their vice chairman, explains what they do. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted …
Optimistic Meat Industry Outlook Impresses USMEF Chair
While U.S. meat exports face imposing challenges in 2015, U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Chair says this hasn’t dampened the industry’s enthusiasm for international marketing. Joe Schuele has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
U.S. House Holds Fate of TPA
Before taking their Memorial Day break, the Senate voted last week to pass trade promotion authority, so now it’s up to the House who won’t take it up until after they return in June. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …
New Georgia Law Will Require Trailer Safety Chains
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal has signed a new bill, which takes effect July 1st, requiring drivers to secure trailers to their vehicles with safety chains. According to a story from the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Frank Watson, Extension coordinator in Wilkes County, said trailer-owners must ensure their trailer has a safety chain or Sponsored ContentCIR …
Ag Groups Busy Reviewing WOTUS Rule
Many agriculture groups are busy today reviewing the EPA’s final “Waters of the U.S.” rule released Wednesday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
EPA on How Clean Water Act Affects Agriculture
The Environmental Protection Agency and the Army Corps of Engineers released its finalized “Waters of the U.S.” proposed rule yesterday which concerns many in agriculture. But here is what Ken Kopocis, deputy assistant administrator for EPA’s Office of Water had to say. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Beef Checkoff Rev It Up Challenge Voting Begins Next Week
The Beef Checkoff’s Rev It Up My ROI Checkoff Challenge is wrapping up as starting next week, it will be time to vote for the winner. Voting opens Monday, June 1 and ends at midnight on Sunday, June 7 and the winner will be announced June 8. For more information, visit www.MyBeefCheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
Commissioner Adam H. Putnam’s Statement Regarding EPA’s Overly Broad “Waters of the United States” Regulations
From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla.—Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today released the following statement regarding the Environmental Protection Agency’s pre-publication version of regulations expanding the definition of waters subject to the jurisdiction of federal government, or “waters of the United States” (WOTUS). “Florida is a unique state, and Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …