Funds Approved for PEDV Research

It was announced by the National Pork Board that they approved 450-thousand dollars in Checkoff funds to help expedite research to find answers to the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus. NPB funds, along with money provided through the Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …

Re-launch of Beef Website

The “Beef It’s What’s for Dinner” website has a new look and functionality to continue to help educate consumers on how to purchase, prepare and enjoy beef. Download Audio For more information about your beef checkoff investment, visit MyBeefCheckoff.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …

Florida Delays Vote to Ban Deer Border Crossings

From The News Service of Florida: THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, June 13, 2013 – Acknowledging they have received a “stack of letters” from lawmakers, Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission members Thursday gave themselves a few months to decide if Florida should ban importing all out-of-state deer. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …

Florida Farm Bureau to Lead Partnership for New FFA Headquarters

It was announced this afternoon by Florida Farm Bureau President John Hoblick that FFB will lead a partnership to build a new headquarters for the Florida FFA Association. Gary Cooper has details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, …

Florida FFA Convention in Orlando

The Florida FFA Convention is presently underway in Orlando, FL this week. The convention draws thousands of Florida youth each year, as these young people from throughout the state gather for a variety of leadership training activities. Several news releases have been published by the FFA Newsroom and you can view them now by going to the FFA Newsroom. A …

House Appropriations Committee Urges USDA to Finalize Modernized Poultry Inspection Rule

From The National Chicken Council: WASHINGTON, D.C. – June 13, 2013 – During its consideration of the 2014 Agriculture and Rural Development Appropriations Bill, the full House Appropriations Committee today adopted an amendment urging the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to move forward on its proposed rule to modernize poultry inspection. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …

Cattle Industry Summer Conference Reminder

Here’s a quick reminder about the 2013 Cattle Industry Summer Conference coming up August 7-10 in Denver, Colorado. Pre-registration is underway so to learn more go to www.BeefUSA.org. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources …

House Speaker Plans to Support Farm Bill

Despite expressing opposition to the Dairy Security Act, House Speaker John Boehner has said he will support the Farm Bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, …

Farm Bill Good for Cattle Producers

There is still a lot of work to be done before the 2013 Farm Bill is ready, but Colin Woodall with the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association said everything that has come out thus far is good for cattle producers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …

Foreign Trade

Everett Griner looks at the foreign trade today. Does America need stronger trade pacts? Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research …