Mobile Irrigation Labs to the Rescue

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Florida, General, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Water

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida wants farmers and ranchers to know technical assistance and possibly financial assistance is available to help with the design or redesign of existing irrigation systems. 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 …

University of Florida/IFAS to Recognize Supporters

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

It’s that time of year when the University of Florida/IFAS recognizes its biggest supporters with a dinner and awards night in Gainesville. And according to Dr. Jack Payne, UF senior vice president for agriculture and natural resources, this year’s event will be this Friday evening, September 25th. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …

History Marker Honors University of Florida/IFAS Extension’s Role

Randall Weiseman Aquaculture, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — In the early 1900s, every farmer and rancher in Florida knew their county Extension agent by name: It was the person from the University of Florida who taught them the best and latest techniques, and homemakers how to can and preserve their food—a skill that actually saved lives during the lean years …

Ben Malone named New State Conservationist for the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Forestry, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

From USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama: AUBURN, Ala., September 21, 2015 – USDA-Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Chief Jason Weller today announced that Ben Malone of McCalla, Ala. will begin serving as Alabama’s State Conservationist on Monday, October 5, 2015. Malone currently serves as NRCS Alabama’s Assistant State Conservationist for Field Operations (ASTC-FO) for the Central Area in …

Florida Farm Labor Supervisor Training Program

Randall Weiseman Florida, Fruits, General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Back this spring, we told you about a program that helps train folks that farm workers report to. And according to Josh McGill, there are upcoming classes for those interested. Download Audio To learn more click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida …

Florida Holds First Ever Fall Peach Seminar

Randall Weiseman Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops

Peach growers were at the University of Florida/IFAS Gulf Coast Research and Education Center in Balm last Thursday for the Fall Peach Seminar. Josh McGill was there and has this report. 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, …

Georgia Grown Moment

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Field Crops, GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

In our weekly Georgia Grown Moment, program manager Matthew Kulinski encourages those looking for a fun fall outing to stop by the Georgia National Fair in Perry, GA, October 8-18, and experience all that the Georgia Grown Building has to offer. Download Audio You can find out more about Georgia Grown on Facebook, Twitter and at georgiagrown.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending September 18, 2015

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Water

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look at the Waters of the U.S rule, talk about a vegetable seed company and their research facilities in southern France, have the new peanut acreage numbers which are up again, pass along information about a new cotton website and more. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our …

2014 Organic Sales Top $5 Billion

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops

The 2014 Organic Survey results released Thursday show organic farmers produced and sold $5.5 billion in organic products last year. That figure is 72 percent higher than sales reported back in 2008. 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 …

Deadline Nearing to Enroll for Safety-Net Programs

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

Producers are being reminded you have until September 30 to enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for 2014 and 2015. 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 …