Ag in Review for the Week Ending March 18, 2016

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about continuing efforts by Senate leaders to resolve the issue of GMO food labeling, explain why the Trans-Pacific Partnership is important to the beef industry, Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …

Considering How Many Peanuts to Plant

When it comes to planting peanuts this spring, Tyron Spearman reports there are many factors to consider as to how many acres farmers may want to put in. 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 …

Changes Expected for Ag Sector

The latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report from USDA indicates some changes are expected for the ag sector. Tyron Spearman has the 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To …

Peanut Proud Festival is Saturday

The Peanut Proud Festival will be held Saturday, March 19th from 8:00 am to 11:00 pm in Blakely, Georgia. Tyron Spearman says you don’t want to miss this fun event that honors the peanut industry. 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 …

Southeast Peanut Farmers Reminded about Warehouse Act

After what happened to peanut farmers in other states, Tyron Spearman reports that Southeast growers are being reminded about the Warehouse Act and what it does. 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 …

Alabama Peanut Producers Hoping for More Export Markets

No matter what crop southeast growers may be looking at planting this spring, prices are not very attractive right now. And according to Caleb Bristow, executive director of the Alabama Peanut Producers Association, it’s going to be a tough year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted …

Georgia Represented at Peanut Leadership Academy

Representatives from the Georgia peanut industry recently attended the Peanut Leadership Academy in Washington, D.C. 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 …

Florida Peanut Producers Staying Optimistic

While growers continue to be optimistic, executive director of the Florida Peanut Producers Association, Ken Barton, looks at some of the concerns for many peanut farmers heading into the 2016 season. 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 …

Educate Consumers and ‘Show Us Your Ag’

During National Agriculture Week, which runs through March 19, the U.S. Farmers & Ranchers Alliance (USFRA) is inviting farmers, ranchers and all agriculturalists to “Show Us Your Ag.” It’s an effort to highlight how you care for your animals and how you raise your crops, educating today’s consumers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …

Georgia Celebrating National Peanut Month

As a part of National Peanut Month, the Georgia peanut industry will be hosting the 2016 Georgia PB&J Day at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta on Wednesday, March 16. Tyron Spearman has the 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 …