A Little Bit of Progress in Lifting Trade Barriers with Cuba

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

The number two official at the Agriculture Department says U.S. farmers may be one step closer to seeing trade restrictions with Cuba lifted. Gary Crawford has the first part of the story. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember …

FAA to Allow Commercial Drone Use

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Technology

On Tuesday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced a rule that will allow the use of drones commercially, including for agricultural purposes. The FAA rule limits most small commercial drone operations to daylight hours and requires operators to get certified every two years. Play Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember …

Georgia Grown at the James Beard House

Randall Weiseman General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Georgia Grown was able to really celebrate the start of summer as it was invited to a return visit to the James Beard House in New York this past weekend. The Georgia-grown menu was a showcase of the Peach State’s agricultural bounty and the culinary talents of its great chefs. Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black was pleased with the special …

Cotton Crop Improves, Peanuts Hold Steady

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Cotton planting is almost complete, and according to this report from Gary Crawford, the condition of the crop is showing some improvement over the last week. Play Audio And USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey also has a look at the condition of the peanut crop. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, …

Marijuana Sales

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Everett Griner talks about spending on marijuana sales threatening our food supply and food budgets in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

A New Take on Agricultural Trade

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

The latest agricultural export numbers show the usual ag trade surplus we have with other nations becoming a trade deficit. Gary Crawford has more. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025

Georgia Grown Moment – Savannah Showcase

Randall Weiseman GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, Tom Neville with Georgia Grown speaks on the exciting activities you can participate in this upcoming Saturday at the 2016 Georgia Grown Showcase near Savannah, Georgia. The year’s Showcase will take place Saturday, June 25th from 10am to 3pm at the new Tanger Outlet Mall in Pooler, Ga. For more information, visit

Officials Hope New Law Will Help with Abandoned Citrus Grove Issue

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Industry News Release, Specialty Crops

Florida citrus officials are hoping a new state law that starts July 1st will see more efforts being made to remove abandoned citrus groves in the state. To read more about this story click here. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role …

Urging Congress to Reach GMO Agreement

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

The Coalition for Safe Affordable Food is urging Congress to reach an agreement on GMO labeling quickly. The coalition called on Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman Pat Roberts and Ranking Member Debbie Stabenow to come to an agreement on legislation to set a national standard for the labeling of food products containing biotechnology. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of …

National Eat Your Vegetables Day

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Vegetables

National Eat Your Vegetables Day is observed annually on June 17.  June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month, and National Eat Your Vegetables Day is one more opportunity to remind everyone to continue with this part of a healthy diet. Cathy Isom tells you why you want to make sure you don’t miss out on eating your vegetables today. Download …