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 Supports Beef …
U.S. Tobacco Cooperative Issues Call for Certificate Redemption
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
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
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 Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle …
Early Signs Point to Brisk Sales of Real Christmas Trees
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 Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …
USDA Video: USDA Week In Review November 28
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 Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …
Alabama Education Meetings on the Farm Bill Coming Up
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 Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive …
Say Thanks…to a Farmer
Everett Griner talks about what we have to be thankful for on this Thanksgiving 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 …
“How Sweet It Is” … Or Isn’t
This year the American Sugar Alliance (ASA) filed an anti-dumping and subsidy case against Mexico with the Department of Commerce. Phillip Hayes, spokesman for the ASA, talks about sugar beets and the ruling in the cases filed. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Giving Thanks for Ranchers Farmers and Growers
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about giving thanks for Ranchers, Farmers and Growers. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Discover more by visiting FreshFromFlorida.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts …