USDA Announces $3 Million in Funding for Critical Agriculture Production Research

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2015 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) today announced nearly $3 million in grants to address critical issues affecting agriculturally-important plants and animals. The science developed from these grants will provide timely assistance and have an immediate impact for the Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …

Signup Deadline for Alabama NRCS Programs Nearing

Ben Malone, State Conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama, reminds producers that Friday, October 16th is the signup batching date to apply for funding for 2016 programs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Florida NRCS Program Sign-up Runs Through December 18

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida reminds farmers and ranchers that you have until December 18th to apply for financial and technical assistance through both EQIP, the Environmental Quality Incentives Program, and ACEP, the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the …

New USDA Fact Sheets Illustrate State-by-State Benefits of Trans-Pacific Partnership

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Oct. 7, 2015 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today released a series of fact sheets illustrating how the newly reached Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement can boost the U.S. agriculture industry, supporting more American jobs and driving the nation’s rural economy. Created by the USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS), the fact sheets …

UF/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences Working to Increase Student Numbers

We told you last week that the University of Florida/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences experienced record enrollment numbers this fall. And Dr. Jack Payne, UF Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, explains how they’ve worked to increase these student numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong …

Secretary Vilsack on the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement

During a teleconference this afternoon, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made comments concerning the conclusion of negotiations on the Trans-Pacific Partnership yesterday in Atlanta. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to …

Southeast AgNet This Week: Specialty Crop Grants; TPP Negotiations Wrap Up

Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes information on USDA grants to support specialty crops as well as an update on the conclusion of the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) negotiations. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida …

Georgia National Fair Starts Thursday

Tyron Spearman has a quick reminder about the Georgia National Fair, which starts this coming Thursday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

USDA Awards $113 Million to Support Specialty Crop Production

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Oct. 5, 2015 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) today awarded more than $113 million in program grants to support farmers growing fruits, vegetables, tree nuts, and nursery crops, also known as “specialty crops,” through research, agricultural extension activities, and programs to increase demand and address the needs of America’s specialty crop …

Statement by the President on the Trans-Pacific Partnership

From The White House: I’ve spent every day of my presidency fighting to grow our economy and strengthen our middle class. That means making sure our workers have a fair shot to get ahead here at home, and a fair chance to compete around the world. My approach to trade has been guided by a unifying principle: leveling the playing …