Trans-Pacific Partnership Update

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

House Agriculture Committee members met with U.S. Trade Representative Micheal Froman last week in regards to the Trans-Pacific Partnership. With the outlook for exports softening, committee members stressed the importance of expanding opportunities for trade. 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 …

HM.CLAUSE Vegetable Seeds Celebrates 50 Years of Research in France

Josh McGill General, Seeds, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

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Commissioner Adam Putnam Declares State of Agricultural Emergency for Oriental Fruit Fly Infestation

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

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: MIAMI, Fla.—Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today declared a state of agricultural emergency due to the Oriental Fruit Fly infestation in Miami-Dade County. The Oriental Fruit Fly is considered one of the most serious of the world’s fruit fly pests due to its potential economic harm. It attacks more …

USDA Video: USDA Week In Review September 11

Dan Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Industry Videos-Promoting Agriculture, Livestock, Poultry, Vegetables

A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review: child nutrition, fruit and vegetable safety, and avian flu preparedness. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.fns.usda.gov www.nass.usda.gov www.ers.usda.gov www.aphis.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle …

Citrus Referendum in Florida Underway

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is conducting a referendum on proposed amendments to the federal marketing order regulating the handling of fresh citrus produced in Florida. 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 …

Georgia Grown Moment

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

In this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, we highlight Georgia Grown members R&A Orchards in Elijay, GA, as president Andy Futch explains how the recent eat local movement along with the Georgia Grown program has benefited their business. You can find out more about Georgia Grown on Facebook, Twitter and at georgiagrown.com. Download Audio You can find out more about Georgia …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Rural and Family Lands Protection Program

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

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about the how the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program is protecting Florida’s landscape, natural resources, wildlife habitat and agricultural heritage. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending September 11, 2015

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Crop Forecasts, Field Crops, Florida, GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Weather

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look at the numbers released Friday from USDA’s September crop reports, talk about how row crop farmers are being encouraged to prepare for the El Nino event coming this Fall, about a big problem for drones and more. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida …

Expanded Crop Insurance Options for Fruit and Nut Producers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The U.S. Department of Agriculture wants to remind fruit and nut producers about the expansion of crop insurance to provide additional options. 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 …

Florida Fall Peach Seminar

Randall Weiseman Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops

Coming up next Thursday, September 17th, University of Florida /IFAS Extension will conduct the Florida Fall Peach Seminar. 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 …