From the American Soybean Association: WASHINGTON, D.C. (June 29, 2015)-Trade promotion authority (TPA) will soon help create and strengthen international trade agreements, opening valuable markets and providing an advantage for U.S. farmers. President Barack Obama signed TPA into law on Monday, June 29, 2015. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive …
Discussing Latest Review on 2,4-D
Last week, after the latest review of scientific literature, the International Agency for Research on Cancer said the herbicide 2,4-D will be classified as possibly carcinogenic to humans. We talked with Jim Gray, executive director of the 2,4-D Research Task Force, about his thoughts on this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending June 26, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we hear about legislative and legal efforts to stop EPA’s Water of the U.S. rule, why the National FFA Organization has updated their strategic plan, how peanut acreage is being re-adjusted and more. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
PMA Urges Senate to Act Quickly, Consider Country of Origin Labeling Amendments Act
From the Produce Marketing Association: Newark, Del. — Cathy Burns, president of Produce Marketing Association, issued the following statement today in reaction to the Senate Agriculture Committee’s hearing on the potential impacts of trade retaliation as a result of the World Trade Organization dispute brought by Canada and Mexico regarding Country of Origin Labeling for beef, pork and poultry: “Today’s …
National FFA Organization Looks at Mission and Vision
Not only across the Southeast, but across the nation, FFA students continue to be involved in more and more areas. As a matter of fact, Josh Bledsoe, chief operating officer of the National FFA Organization, says this is why the organization recently updated its strategic plan to help with the growth of FFA. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Thrilled with New Citrus Scientist in Lake Alfred
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 Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded …
Specialty Crops
Everett Griner talks about the USDA funding Specialty Crops in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida 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 …
University of Florida/IFAS Invasives Research Facility Likely to Close
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
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 Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Florida NRCS Seeking Proposals to Protect and Restore Critical Wetlands
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 Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …