Here’s a reminder that the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) is accepting grant applications for projects that enhance the competitiveness of U.S. specialty crops in foreign and domestic markets. But the application deadline for these Specialty Crop Block Grants is Friday, May 13. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending May 6, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk concerns with the slow process of the Trans Pacific Partnership (TPP), a case low-grade avian influenza , soil testing, olives, Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, …
Foreign Fruits-Veggies
The next time you’re in the supermarket strolling around the produce section take a good look at all of the fruits and vegetables. There may be more than a few you might not recognize. Or, you recognize the name but you’ve never tried them and had no idea what to do with them. Cathy Isom looks into why we’re reluctant …
Alabama 2016 Legislative Session Ends
The 2016 Alabama Legislative Session came to an end this past week, as lawmakers have wrapped things up for another year, that is, unless a special session is called. Executive director of the Alabama Agribusiness Council, Leigha Cauthen, has a look at bills of interest to agriculture in this year’s session. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …
Florida Seeking Nominations for Woman of the Year in Agriculture
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam is accepting nominations for the 2016 Woman of the Year in Agriculture award. The deadline for submitting nominations is June 1st. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Olives in Florida?
Everett Griner talks about olives as an alternative to citrus in Florida in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers …
Agriculture Groups Push for FOIA Exemption
Language exempting checkoff programs from federal public records law was added to the pending Fiscal Year 2017 Ag Appropriations bill after a coalition of agriculture groups lobbied for the addition. Download Audio
Winters Warmer Temperatures a Boost for Some Georgia Watermelon Farmers
Winter’s mild temperatures and sunny days helped some Georgia watermelon farmers keep from falling behind with their plantings this spring. Download Audio
Organic Food Supplies Not Meeting the Growing Demand
We can buy organic foods in many more stores today, but supplies are not keeping up with the demand. Gary Crawford has this report. Download Audio
Musical Vegetables
Many people know that playing a musical instrument has so many benefits and can bring joy to you and everyone around you. Cathy Isom fills us in on how we can make beautiful music with food. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of …