From the University of Florida/IFAS By: Brad Buck GAINESVILLE, Fla. — Agriculture and natural resources interests are invited to come home to the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences and see some informative exhibits during Agriculture and Gardening Day Oct. 15, outside The Swamp. “Come home” because it’s homecoming weekend at UF, and the Gators are playing …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: National Farm to School Month
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the National Farm to School Month and what Florida is doing to better connect our farmers and schools. Download Audio To learn more about National Farm to School Month, click here. Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending October 07, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, for many along the East coast it has been all eyes on Hurricane Matthew and a lot of our coverage the past few days has centered around it. But we also have information about a big annual Livestock Summit that has been taking place over in Europe this week. …
Obama Promises ‘Cooperation’ in Hurricane Response
From The News Service of Florida: President Barack Obama promised “strong cooperation” between federal, state and local governments in response to Hurricane Matthew as it churned off northeastern Florida on Friday. “FEMA has worked diligently to pre-position resources, assets, water, food, commodities,” Obama said in comments from the Oval Office on Friday. “And as the hurricane moves north, Sponsored ContentFL …
Fresh Summit Still Plans to Hold Event Next Week
The Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) 2016 Fresh Summit Convention & Expo is scheduled to take place next week in Orlando, Florida. But some wonder if Hurricane Matthew will change those plans. According to Kathy Means, vice president of industry relations for PMA, the event is still on. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Ag Producers Suffering Storm Damage Encouraged to Contact FSA
Many folks along the East Coast have been or are currently being impacted by Hurricane Matthew. Farm Service Agency Administrator Val Dolcini is encouraging farmers and ranchers who suffer damage to their operations to contact their local FSA office. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …
Agriculture Being Showcased in Georgia Grown Building
The annual Georgia National Fair is underway in Perry, and Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black invites everyone to come and see what all agriculture has to offer in the Georgia Grown building. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
Food Consumption Factors
Everett Griner talks about some factors involved in what food you choose to eat in today’s Agri View. Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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 …
Obama Signs Pre-Storm Emergency Order for Florida
From The News Service of Florida: President Barack Obama signed an order Thursday to coordinate supplies and equipment for Florida in advance of Hurricane Matthew. Gov. Rick Scott, who requested the pre-storm relief, including water, food and tarps, said after the order was signed that Florida will need more federal aid. “I am asking the President for additional generators and …
USDA Post Hurricane Help May Be There for Fruit Growers and Others
Many specialty crop growers could feel the effects of Hurricane Matthew. While these may not be crops that are covered by USDA safety net programs, Gary Crawford reports you may still be able to get post hurricane help from USDA. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …