On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about the 2015 Florida State Fair, taking place from February 5–16, 2015. Download Audio To learn more click, Florida State Fair and to buy tickets, click Tickets. You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentCIR …
Southeast AgNet This Week: Cattle Report Surprises; Appropriations Process
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes some surprises in USDA’s annual cattle herd inventory report and how the annual appropriations process underway in Congress affects agriculture. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
USDA Accepting Applications for Conservation Stewardship Program
Farmers, ranchers and forest landowners are urged to submit applications for the Conservation Stewardship Program by February 27, 2015 to ensure they are considered for this year’s funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
Vilsack on Importance of Trade
Trade with other countries is a high-priority issue for many in agriculture this year as we continue to hear how the debate in Congress over giving the President Trade Promotion Authority may be a hard-fought debate. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack outlines a few of the reasons why trade is vital to this nation and to agriculture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending January 30, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have a story concerning the various issues of importance to cotton growers in Washington, we look at new technology for the oyster industry which can help fisheries across the Gulf Cost, and have a story about how chicken wings are Super Bowl winners. To hear weekly reviews subscribe …
IFAS as a Facilitator of Agritourism
Can Florida’s two largest industries be put together to produce a hybrid economic engine for the state? The University of Florida thinks so and already has efforts underway. Senior Vice President for Agriculture and Natural Resources Dr. Jack Payne explains. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
New “Fresh From Florida” Ad Campaign Starts Monday
From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – A new advertising campaign featuring a variety of “Fresh From Florida” produce and seafood kicks off Monday. Icon Signs Auckland will be instrumental in bringing this campaign to life with their expertise in high-quality signage and visual solutions. Their innovative designs and attention to detail will help ensure …
Bills Being Watched by Georgia Agribusiness Council
As the 2015 Georgia Legislative Session is off and running, Bryan Tolar, president of the Georgia Agribusiness Council, has information about a couple of different bills they are watching. Download Audio As a reminder, the GAC Annual Meeting and State Legislative Breakfast is coming up next week. More information can be found at ga-agribusiness.org. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, …
EPA Announces Voluntary Cancellation of Certain Methomyl Uses
From the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency: WASHINGTON—The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the manufacturers of the insecticide methomyl have agreed to cancel some uses and limit use on certain crops to reduce risks to drinking water. From 1995 to 2013, exposure from food to carbamates, which Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding …
RCMA Program for Florida Migrant Worker Children Doing Well
The Redlands Christian Migrant Association provides quality child care and early education for children of migrant farm workers and rural, low-income families throughout Florida. Gary Cooper recently caught up with Mike Stuart, President of Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association, who gave us an update on this unique Florida program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …