Thrilled with New Citrus Scientist in Lake Alfred

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

University of Florida/IFAS has a new chemist at the Citrus Research and Education Center (CREC) in Lake Alfred. And according to Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources, Dr. Jack Payne, CREC is thrilled to have her. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Specialty Crops

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Everett Griner talks about the USDA funding Specialty Crops 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, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

University of Florida/IFAS Invasives Research Facility Likely to Close

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

From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A valuable UF/IFAS program that helps save the state millions of dollars annually in controlling invasive plants and insects will likely close after a veto by Gov. Rick Scott on Monday. An approved increase by the Legislature of $180,000 was denied, and the facility also lost all funding. The state-of-the-art lab Sponsored …

Puckett Retiring as Alabama NRCS State Conservationist

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

Dr. William Puckett, state conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama (NRCS), has announced his retirement from that position. But soon you can find him filling another role in the state. 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 …

Florida NRCS Seeking Proposals to Protect and Restore Critical Wetlands

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Florida, Forestry, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida is getting the word out about the availability of financial and technical assistance to help eligible conservation partners voluntarily protect, restore and enhance critical wetlands. Roney Gutierrez says funding for this will be provided through the Wetland Reserve Enhancement Partnership. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, …

Pleased with Finalization of TPA

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

The U.S. Senate on Wednesday took the final vote needed to send Trade Promotion Authority to the President for his signature by passing it with a vote of 60-38. Many agricultural groups across the country were pleased with this action, Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

PMA Applauds Work of House and Senate as Trade Promotion Authority Moves to the President

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From the Produce Marketing Association: Newark, Del. — Richard Owen, vice president of global business development for Produce Marketing Association (PMA), issued the following statement praising Congress’ work on Trade Promotion Authority (TPA 2015), also known as ‘fast track,’ as it moves to President Obama for signature: “We’re pleased that a bipartisan Congress has shown strong resolve to pass TPA …

Trade Promotion Authority Bill Goes To Obama

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Pork, Specialty Crops

From the National Pork Producers Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., June 24, 2015 – With today’s passage by the Senate of legislation granting the president authority to enter and finalize free trade agreements, the National Pork Producers Council called on U.S. trade negotiators to conclude the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP), an Asia-Pacific regional trade deal. Senate lawmakers voted 60-38 to approve Trade Promotion …

Alabama NRCS Encourages Producers to Look at CSP

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John Curtis, resource conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama, encourages landowners to learn more about funds available through the Conservation Stewardship Program. 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, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research …

Budget Vetoes by Florida Governor Affect Citrus Industry

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops

While Gov. Rick Scott did sign the $78.2 billion state budget yesterday, he also issued some $461.4 million in vetoes, including areas affecting the citrus industry. 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, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded …