Philip Grimes Named 2014 Georgia Farmer of the Year

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Field Crops, Forestry, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A meticulous, high-yield crop farmer, Philip Grimes of Tifton, Ga., is admired as one of the best farmers in South Georgia. He has been recognized on the state level for producing high peanut yields for more than 20 consecutive years. A conservation farmer, he uses cover crops and has installed grassed waterways, terraces, and ponds on his land. A farmer …

C. Dennis Carlton Named 2014 Florida Farmer of the Year

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Florida, Fruits, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops

Cattle rancher, citrus grower and real estate investor C. Dennis Carlton has made a big impact in the city of Tampa and nearby parts of Florida. A rancher for 40 years, his farming interests include more than 35,000 acres, of which 30,082 acres are rented and some 5,368 acres are owned. As a result of his success as a cattle …

Gulf Citrus Celebration Coming in August

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops

The Gulf Citrus Growers Association holds their annual banquet every year in August. But according to their Executive Vice President Ron Hamel, the format for this year’s event has changed a little bit. Download Audio More information about the Gulf Citrus Growers Association Celebration can be found on their website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …

EPA Administrator Discusses Waters of the U.S.

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Seeds, Specialty Crops, Water

U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Administrator Gina McCarthy held a press call this morning to preview her trip to Missouri this week to meet with farmers, stakeholders and agribusiness leaders to discuss Waters of the U.S. The proposed rule, which is designed to clarify and protect our nation’s waters under the Clean Water Act, has been questioned by many in agriculture. …

The Big Ones

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Everett Griner talks about farm equipment becoming larger and larger in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida 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 …

Organic Trade Agreement Reached Between U.S. and Korea

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

As of last week, organic processed products certified in the U.S. or Korea can now be labeled as organic in either country, giving U.S. organic farmers and food manufacturers an easier, more direct pathway into the Korean market. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …

Florida Commisioner’s Spotlight: New EPA Water Rule

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On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks to Franko Galoso about concerns regarding new EPA regulations that would give the federal government control over nearly every body of water in the US. Download Audio You can follow Florida Commissioner Adam Putnam on Facebook and Twitter. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …

New Technology

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Aquaculture, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Sheep-Goats, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Everett Griner talks about the time to start learning about drones in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida 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 …

Doing Your Part for Pollinators

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture has unveiled something that people can do to help pollinators do their jobs. Cindy Zimmerman has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …

Nutrients for Life Working with Florida FFA Chapters

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One of those attending this week’s Florida FFA State Convention is Joan Kyle with the Nutrients for Life Foundation. She talks about how various FFA Chapters across the state participate in their program. Download Audio Kyle also presented several awards to winning chapters and students at the FFA convention Friday. For more about the awards and who won Sponsored ContentFlorida …