Congress Calls for Inclusion of White Potatoes in WIC

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The fiscal year 2014 omnibus appropriations bill directs the USDA to amend regulations so that all varieties of fresh, whole or cut vegetables can be included in the WIC fresh produce vouchers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida …

Florida Continues to Fight Freezes

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

Despite the mild start, Florida growers have now battled several successive freezes as USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey says it looks like it could be a long winter. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage …

Artic Air Mass Brings Cold Temperatures to Florida

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Equine, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Sheep-Goats, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

TALLAHASSEE – Florida Division of Emergency Management (FDEM) officials are urging residents and visitors throughout Florida to practice fire and cold weather safety as a strong arctic air mass brings freezing temperatures, and cold wind chills to the state through Saturday. Dry and breezy conditions also increase the wildfire risk through the weekend. Overnight temperatures could fall to the lower …

Would You Like an Avocado With That?

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia

A new study has found that adding half of a fresh avocado to lunch may help those who are overweight reduce their desire to eat after a meal. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances …

Deeper Water

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Seeds, Sheep-Goats, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

The import-export trade has hit a snag. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025

AgNet This Week: Brazilian Cotton Concerns; Omnibus Spending Bill

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Cotton, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

This week’s issue of AgNet This Week features reports on the stir caused by a recent Washington trip by a Brazilian cotton delegation, the impact the omnibus spending bill will have on the Ag sector and much more. Want to learn more about these topics? Click here to subscribe today and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Additional NRCS Funding Opportunity Available for Florida Farmers

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Vegetables

GAINESVILLE, FL., Jan.21, 2014–The 2008 Farm Bill was recently granted a short extension by Congress. This extension allows the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida to give farmers and ranchers an additional opportunity to improve water and air quality, build healthier soil, improve forest lands, conserve energy, enhance organic operations, and achieve other environmental benefits. Download Audio Sponsored …

Bigger Food Price Hikes Expected for 2014

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Corn, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

USDA economist Ricky Volpe explains why consumers should expect higher food price hikes in 2014. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025

The Reasons Behind Low Food Price Hikes in 2013

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Corn, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Vegetables

By now shoppers are well aware that they paid less than expected for their food in 2013, and now USDA economist Ricky Volpe explains why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, …

Wal-Mart Signs on to Fair Food Premium for Florida Tomatoes

Randall Weiseman Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Wal-Mart Stores have agreed to pay Florida tomato pickers a penny more for each pound harvested. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Major Role In Applied Beef Cattle ResearchOctober 17, 2025FCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025