Norman Borlaug was known for giving life to millions. Today Everett Griner tells us more about him.
W.T.O. Mission
Today Everett Griner talks on the complications of international trade.
Computers on Farms
Farm use of technology is lagging. How? Everett Griner explains.
Survey Results
Just what do surveys prove? Everett Griner looks at this and lets us know.
A Game to Simulate Water Pollution-Prevention Practices
Even though preventing water pollution caused by agricultural practices is no game, a game-like software could help ag producers make better management choices to help improve water quality.
Former S E AgNet Broadcaster Lee McCoy Inducted to Hall of Fame
Former Southeast AgNet farm broadcaster, the late Lee V. McCoy was inducted into the National Farm Broadcasting Hall of Fame by the National Association of Farm Broadcasting at its annual meeting this week in Kansas City. Known by many of his friends and associates as “The Real McCoy”, Lee worked for this network for nearly ten years before losing his …
Nutrient Water Standards Need to be Science Based
Back in early October Florida Ag Commissioner Charles Bronson intervened in EPA’s attempt to impose arbitrary nutrient standards for state water bodies as he says that the issue is not as much about having a numeric nutrient water quality standard, but more on how those standards are determined.
Land Values
Farm land values are in a very volatile position and Everett Griner explains.
FL Commmissioner’s Spotlight on Operation Cleansweep
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about a program that gives farmers, nurseries, golf course operators, pest control services and the like, a safe and economical way to dispose of pesticides they can’t use. More information is available on line by clicking on “Operation Cleansweep.”
Ag Research Funds
This economy is cutting into farm research. Everett Griner tells us just how much.