EPA Extends Comment Period on Pesticide Exposure Safety Measures

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The Environmental Protection Agency has decided to extend the comment period for proposed revisions to the agricultural Worker Protection Standard for until August 18th. 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 …

UF/IFAS Researchers Praised for Scientific Efforts in Seventh Awards Night

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This is a release from the University of Florida/IFAS: GAINESVILLE, Fla. — High-quality scientific research was again in the spotlight as the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences held its annual research awards program May 14 at the Harn Museum. The event brought together dozens of UF/IFAS faculty members, graduate students and stakeholders from around the state. …

Central Florida Natural Resource Steward is Named State’s Farmer of the Year

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Gainesville, Fla. –Dennis Carlton has known since he was child that agriculture was his calling. Now that calling has returned to him a coveted honor. His continuing production success and excellent natural resource management persuaded a statewide panel of judges to award him the title of Florida’s 2014 Farmer of the Year. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research …

Ag Sector Still Skeptical Regarding Waters of the U.S. Rule

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Despite assurances from administrators from both the EPA and USDA, the ag sector is still skeptical of the proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule. Download Audio Click here for comments from EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy. 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, …

Heavy Odds

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Everett Griner tells us how farming and Las Vegas are both gambles. 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 …

AgNet This Week: Waters of the U.S., RFS Update; Peanut Plantings

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This week’s issue of AgNet This Week features updates from USDA and EPA officials on the RFS and the proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule and much more. To learn more click here to subscribe today and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable …

More Bugs

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Berry and fruit growers have new problems. Everett Griner explains. 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 23, 2026

Importance of Home-Grown Sugar

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May is the anniversary of sugar rationing in the U.S. 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 23, 2026

EPA Administrator Says Waters of the U.S. Rule Provides Clarity

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EPA’s new proposed “Waters of the U.S.” rule has caused quite a stir in the ag sector, but EPA Administrator Gina McCarthy says the new rule is designed to give farmers and ranchers clarity and certainty. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: FNGLA joins Fresh From Florida

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On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about the Florida Nursery, Growers and Landscape Association joining his department’s “Fresh From Florida” program on behalf of its more than 800 members. This partnership represents the first time an association of this size has joined, extending benefits to all its members. Click on Marketing Partnership for more …