Cargill announced last week it has completely converted from gestation crates to group housing for sows 11-months ahead of schedule. 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 …
USDA Cattle Report Has Surprises
For the first time since 2007, USDA’s annual cattle herd inventory report shows an increase. According to Gary Crawford, the surprising report does show a reversal of recent trends in beef cattle numbers. 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 …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending January 30, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have a story concerning the various issues of importance to cotton growers in Washington, we look at new technology for the oyster industry which can help fisheries across the Gulf Cost, and have a story about how chicken wings are Super Bowl winners. To hear weekly reviews subscribe …
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the Alabama and Georgia cattle market numbers for the week ending January 30th, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for both states. AL: Download Audio GA: 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 …
Fighting Old Safety Problems with Poultry
Americans love to eat chicken. Cathy Isom reports in an effort to curb foodborne illnesses related to chicken and poultry such as Salmonella, the USDA is proposing new contamination safety standards the processors will need to meet. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
IFAS as a Facilitator of Agritourism
Can Florida’s two largest industries be put together to produce a hybrid economic engine for the state? The University of Florida thinks so and already has efforts underway. Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources Dr. Jack Payne explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
NCBA President on Importance of Trade Promotion Authority
We’ve heard how the debate in Congress over giving the President Trade Promotion Authority may be a hard fought debate. Various agricultural organizations have come out encouraging Congress to do this, including the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association. Their President, Bob McCan from Victoria, Texas, talks about the importance of Trade Promotion Authority in negotiating the current round of free trade …
Bills Being Watched by Georgia Agribusiness Council
As the 2015 Georgia Legislative Session is off and running, Bryan Tolar, president of the Georgia Agribusiness Council, has information about a couple of different bills they are watching. Download Audio As a reminder, the GAC Annual Meeting and State Legislative Breakfast is coming up next week. More information can be found at ga-agribusiness.org. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
Deadline to Apply for Livestock Indemnity Program Assistance Is Today
The U.S. Department of Agriculture reminds producers that today, January 30, is the deadline to apply for financial assistance through the Livestock Indemnity Program for losses suffered from October 2011 through 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 …
Wing Toppings for the Big Event
Cindy Zimmerman has more information about chicken wings and how a lot of people will enjoy them during the Super Bowl this weekend. 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 …