Waters of the U.S. Proposal gets More Attention on Capitol Hill

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Water

The EPA’s “Waters of the U.S.” proposal and its associated interpretive rules and guidance is still getting lots of attention on Capitol Hill. Gary Crawford has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Proposed Changes to Clean Water Act

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, FL Commissioner Report, Florida, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops, Water

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about how the EPA’s proposed changes to the Clean Water Act could affect Florida. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, …

It’s Paying Off

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Everett Griner talks about G.M.O. science proving beneficial in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida 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 …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending December 5, 2014

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, USDA has once again extended the deadline for the Dairy Margin Protection Program, US Tobacco Cooperative is issuing a call for redemption of certificates, and we look at changing fruit trends. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted …

U.S. Tobacco Cooperative Issues Call for Certificate Redemption

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Back in the late 1970s, the Flue Cured Tobacco Cooperative Stabilization Corporation issued Certificates of Interest in Capital Reserve to its members who delivered tobacco to Stabilization for the crop years of 1967 through 1973. Now, Ed Kacsuta, CFO of U.S. Tobacco Cooperative, says a call is being issued for redemption of those certificates. Download Audio To learn more click …

Running Out of Water: UGA Researchers Look to Mother Nature for Help

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From the University of Georgia: Athens, Ga. – Fresh water, a critical resource for life on Earth, may soon become dangerously scarce. Water use has been growing at more than twice the rate of population increase in the last century, and by 2025, the demand for fresh water will exceed available resources for two-thirds of the world population, according to …

Gov. Scott Appoints Three to Florida Citrus Commission

Dan Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops

Govenor Rick Scott chose Ellis Hunt Jr., 61, of Babson Park and Martin McKenna, 59, of Sebring for new terms on the governing body of the Florida Department of Citrus in Bartow. He also appointed a new member, Dan Casper, 57, of Fort Myers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida …

Early Signs Point to Brisk Sales of Real Christmas Trees

Randall Weiseman Forestry, General, Specialty Crops

For many Christmas tree farmers, Thanksgiving weekend has become their busiest time of the year. And while figures are not in yet for sales this past weekend of real Christmas trees, Gary Crawford reports early signs point to brisk sales. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows …

USDA Video: USDA Week In Review November 28

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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, the U.S. Capitol Christmas tree arrives and USDA research brightens the holidays. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary …

Alabama Education Meetings on the Farm Bill Coming Up

Dan Alabama, Cattle, Corn, Cotton, Equine, Field Crops, Forestry, Fruits, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Sheep-Goats, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Alabama is planning some meetings on the educational section of the new Farm Bill. The Alabama Extension Service is teaming up with USDA and the Alabama Farmers Federation to have these meetings. Tyron Spearman tells us about the meetings, times and locations. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …