With the current extension of the 2008 Farm Bill set to expire at midnight, most everyone involved in agriculture is waiting to see what Congress will do in the process of getting a new bill finalized. But obviously the big news on this last day of the month is a possible government shutdown. And if it does happen, Sponsored ContentCIR …
Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight on National Farm to School Month
On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about how National Farm to School Month celebrates efforts to connect schools and local farmers to get more fresh fruits and vegetables into school cafeterias. Information about the Florida Farm to School program is available online by clicking on Farm to School FAQ. Download Audio You can follow …
Pecan Scab
Excessive rain has damaged this year’s pecan crop. Everett Griner tells us what this means for the consumer. 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 Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending September 27, 2013
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia 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 Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …
Saving Seeds
Which seeds can you easily save for next year’s planting and how? 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 Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
More Details on Specialty Crop Block Grant Awards
USDA’s Rod Bain has more details regarding 2013 Specialty Crop Block Grant awards. 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 Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Weed Fighting
Weeds, weeds everywhere. Everett Griner talks on just how much of a problem weeds are for the producers. 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 Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …
Gulf of Mexico Initiative Benefiting Farmers and the Environment
USDA’s Gulf of Mexico Initiative is helping Gulf Coast farmers make improvements in their operations that NRCS Chief Jason Weller says is benefiting both the farmer and the environment. 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 …
Japan and U.S. Agree to Historic Organic Trade Partnership
USDA has announced that the United States and Japan have formed a partnership that will recognize the two organic programs as equivalent and allow access to each other’s markets. 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 …
Still Waiting on House Request for Farm Bill Conference
Even with the expiration of the current farm bill extension looming, there is still nothing on the House’s schedule on entering negotiations with the Senate. Former Reagan USDA Secretary and D.C. Lobbyist John Block gives his take on the situation. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …