On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about a continuing marketing initiative designed to amplify the branding of the state’s agricultural products under the “Fresh From Florida” umbrella. Television ads, featuring Florida seafood and produce being prepared for dinner, show consumers how easy it is to get a fresh, delicious and healthy meal on the …
UF/IFAS to celebrate 100 years of Extension
This is a release from the University of Florida IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. – Alligators, an insect-petting zoo and lunch prepared by a former White House chef are among the highlights of the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences’ 100th Anniversary of Florida Extension celebration at the Plaza of the Americas April 17 from 11 a.m. to 2 …
Producers Need to be Aware of Some Tax Changes for 2014
With the tax deadline looming, most farmers are still consumed by their 2013 numbers, but there’s already a major change to think about for 2014. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term …
More Blueberries and Peaches being Grown in Florida
Coldwell Banker Commercial Saunders Real Estate President Dean Saunders discusses where they are seeing growth in Florida’s specialty crop sector. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025
Communication and Awareness Key in Reducing Risk to Pollinators
The issue of pollinator health complex and varied and affects to just about everyone in the crop sector, which is why communication is key. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research …
Still Hope for Immigration Reform this Year
During this mid-term election year, many in the industry question if there is any chance that immigration reform could still come to fruition. Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Executive Director Charles Hall believes there is still some small hope. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role …
Update on Progress of Farm Bill Implementation
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says every USDA agency is working diligently to implement the 2014 Farm Bill’s new provisions quickly and effectively. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, …
Agri-Terrorism
Is our food supply fully protected? Everett Griner discusses this today. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025
Florida Receives $5 Million to Combat Agricultural Pests, Diseases
Tallahassee, FL – The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services today announced the state will receive $5.4 million in federal funding through the federal Farm Bill to help eradicate pests and control diseases that Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, …
4H
4H is America’s foremost social teacher. Everett Griner talks about 4H and our children learn from it. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Unique Opportunity For Applied ResearchOctober 24, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role in Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025