In this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about how the Florida Department of Agriculture recently developed a 3-D printed “SmartTrap” for the psyllid that causes citrus greening. Download Audio To learn more, see Psyllid “Smart Trap”. You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending April 17, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we provided more information concerning avian influenza, looked at a big week in Washington D.C. on issues affecting agriculture, and discussed how farmer to consumer operations are still growing. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …
$2 Million UF/IFAS Study to Focus on Antibiotic Resistance
From the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida scientist will try to figure out how antibiotic-resistant microorganisms get into cattle. Another will study how to get tomatoes and strawberries to retain their flavors and last longer. The two vastly different questions will be the focus of separate studies led by UF Institute of Food and Agricultural …
Budget Issues Could Extend Florida Legislative Session
After this week, there will only be two weeks left in the Florida legislative session. But, there’s talk that the regular 60-day session may not be completely done on May 1 as scheduled. Sam Ard, director of governmental affairs for the Florida Cattlemen’s Association, explains why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the Introduction of Legislation to Support Trade Promotion Authority
WASHINGTON, April 16, 2015 — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today released the following statement: “U.S. agriculture applauds the introduction of Trade Promotion Authority legislation today. We look for quick action by Congress to provide the President with the authority to pursue agreements that open markets for America’s farmers, ranchers and agribusiness. Over 70 organizations representing America’s farmers and ranchers support …
NPPC Welcomes Legislation To Renew TPA
From the National Pork Producers Council: WASHINGTON, D.C., April 16, 2015 – Calling it imperative for finalizing free trade agreements that boost U.S. exports and create U.S. jobs, the National Pork Producers Council welcomed today’s introduction of bipartisan legislation granting the president trade promotion authority (TPA) and urged its quick approval by Congress. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef …
Accepting ACEP Applications in Alabama
Steve Musser, assistant state conservationist with the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama, wants landowners to know applications are being accepted now through May 15 for the Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP). Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …
Chairman Conaway Supports Bipartisan Bill to Repeal Death Tax
By a vote of 240 to 179, the U.S. House of Representatives today passed H.R. 1105, the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015. From the House Committee on Agriculture: Today, House Agriculture Committee Chairman K. Michael Conaway (R-TX) issued the following statement after the U.S. House of Representatives passed H.R. 1105, the Death Tax Repeal Act of 2015, authored by …
Strong Citrus Program Planned for FSHS Annual Meeting
The Florida State Horticulture Society (FSHS) annual meeting will take place May 31-June 2 at the Renaissance World Golf Village Resort in St. Augustine. The citrus section of the program will include 25 presentations. See the list of citrus abstracts and get more information on the event. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida …
USDA Announces Record Number of Organic Producers in U.S.
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, April 15, 2015 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced today that the organic industry continues to show remarkable growth domestically and globally, with 19,474 certified organic operations in the United States and a total of 27,814 certified organic operations around the world. According to data released by the Agricultural Marketing Service’s …