In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have the latest numbers concerning cotton and peanut acreage estimates, information for dairy producers who can now enroll for 2017 coverage in the Margin Protection Program, we talk drones, persimmons Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …
Senate to Vote on GMO Labeling Bill Wednesday
U.S. Senate leadership has scheduled a vote next week on ending debate on the GMO labeling bill. The cloture vote is scheduled for 3:00 p.m. Eastern time Wednesday, according to the Senate schedule. The bill needs 60 votes for approval to end debate and head for final passage, before moving to the House of Representatives. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Persimmon Comeback
Everett Griner talks about why the persimmon is making a comeback in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded …
HCCG Encourages Participation in Bactericide Survey
Many folks in the Citrus Industry are encouraging all Florida citrus growers to participate in the brief and confidential Bactericide Survey. That includes the Executive Director of the Highlands County Citrus Growers Association, Ray Royce. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary …
OJ Sales Again Seeing a Summer Slowdown
Orange juice sales typically see a decline at this time of the year, and it looks as though this year is no exception, despite lower prices. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …
Senate GMO Labeling Bill Clears First Hurdle
The U.S. Senate Wednesday night cleared a procedural vote on the GMO labeling compromise by Senators Debbie Stabenow and Pat Roberts. The Senate voted 68-29 in favor of the vote, clearing the way for considerations on the Senate floor. Stabenow, the ranking Democrat on the Senate Agriculture Committee, says the bill “will have the votes” to pass the Senate, likely …
Safe Fruit and Juice
Cathy Isom tells us about the research happening right now to keep some of our favorite fruit and juice nutritious, delicious, and safe! Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …
Helping Reduce Risk and Facilitate Trade of Fruits and Vegetables
This is the time of the year when many folks get a chance to enjoy a variety of fresh fruit and vegetables that are available throughout the summer from United States growers. During the rest of the year, some of these same fresh fruits and vegetables are available to American consumers, thanks to trade agreements with Canada and Mexico. In …
Alabama Agribusiness Council Holding Annual Meeting
The 2016 Alabama Agribusiness Council’s (AAC) Annual Meeting is taking place in Orange Beach, and folks from across the state representing various aspects of agriculture are in attendance. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …
Alabama NRCS Works with Local Partners
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama works with various partners to implement various programs. And State Conservationist Ben Malone says one of those partners is of course the Alabama Association of Conservation Districts, who does a lot of work with landowners on a local level. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …