Southeast AgNet E-News: Farm Bill; Beef Industry Events; Sunbelt

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

This week’s issue of Southeast AgNet E-News includes an update on the Farm Bill as well as details regarding some beef industry events and the upcoming Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Day. Want to hear more about these topics? Click here to subscribe today and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, …

Georgia Grown Farmers Showcase Expanding for 2013

Randall Weiseman Beef, Dairy, Field Crops, General, Georgia, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Thanks to last year’s success, Georgia Ag Commissioner Gary black says that the Georgia Grown Farmers Showcase is expanding for 2013. 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 …

Putnam Not Expecting Anything to Change Regarding Ethanol Repeal

Randall Weiseman Energy, Florida, Specialty Crops

Even though the 2008 Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act has now been repealed, Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam says that he doesn’t expect anything to change. 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 …

Senate Working to Finish Up Farm Bill

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

The U.S. Senate is working hard this week to finish up their version of the 2013 Farm Bill. Tyron Spearman reports today that they are trying to get through all the amendments. 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 …

Putnam Expects Little Backlash From End of Ethanol Law

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops

From: The News Service of Florida: THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, June 3, 2013 Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam doesn’t expect a harsh backlash from the renewable-energy industry after Gov. Rick Scott approved a bill that abolishes a state law requiring most gasoline to include nearly 10 percent ethanol. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

Changing Staples

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Times have sure changed. Everett Griner tells us how crops are not just state specific anymore. 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 …

Annual Survey Confirms Trend of Pollinator Decline Continues

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Beekeepers report they lost nearly one-third of their colonies this winter. 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 Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Increased Specialty Crop Efforts in Senate Farm Bill

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

During the Memorial Day recess, Senate Agriculture committee chair Debbie Stabenow visited a fruit farm in her home state of Michigan to talk about the specialty crop provisions in the farm bill, Cindy Zimmerman has the full report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …

Florida Governor Signs Two Bills with Ag Interest

Randall Weiseman Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops

Governor Rick Scott signed numerous bills last week, including the Numeric Nutrient Criteria Bill and the repeal of the 2008 Florida Renewable Fuel Standard Act. 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 …

Senate Expected to Take Up Farm Bill This Week

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

Congress returns back to work this week and one thing Tyron Spearman says is slated to happen is Senate action on the Farm Bill. 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 …