FL NRCS Acting State Conservationist Roney Guiterrez says they are now accepting applications for four EQIP initiatives. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of …
ASTA: CA Seed Researcher Comments On Intellectual Property Rights
In her presentation to a Chinese delegation attending this week’s American Seed Trade Association Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference in Arizona, Dr Cecilia Chi Nam, Director of Science and Technology from University of California, Davis, says the rights for companies to protect their investments are critical to advancement of seed technologies needed to keep driving vegetable varieties forward. Her comments …
ASTA – Intellectual Property Rights & Impact On New Seed Varieties
Vegetable Farmers throughout North America should be interested in these comments from Tim Johnson, President of Illinois Foundation Seeds Inc at this week’s American Seed Trade Association Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference in Arizona. Speaking to a Chinese delegation of seed company operatives at the ASTA conference, Johnson addressed the important area of intellectual property rights as Chinese companies seek …
ASTA – American Seed Trade Association Veggie/Flower Conference
Farmers certainly know seeds are the basis from which all crops come, but there’s a lot more going into research and development of vegetable seeds nowadays than many farmers may realize. At the annual ASTA Vegetable and Flower Seed Conference this week in Scottsdale, AZ, top level seed company executives and marketers have again gathered to do business and learn …
FL Sugar Farmers Tout Water Quality Success With Lawmakers
FLORIDA SUGAR FARMERS SHARE NEWS OF SUCCESS WITH HOUSE COMMITTEES (News Release distributed by U S Sugar): House testimony shows significant progress in water quality as a result of farmers’ commitment to Everglades restoration. Tallahassee — Before a joint meeting of the Florida House of Representatives’ in recent days, State Affairs Committee and Agriculture & Natural Resources Subcommittee, Florida’s sugar …
Vilsack Hoping for Farm Bill Sooner Rather than Later
While the Farm Bill extension did allow for some programs to continue, some uncertainty remains. Which is why Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack is hoping that Congressional leaders will not wait much longer to craft a comprehensive 5-Year Farm Bill. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding …
Statement from U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss
WASHINGTON –Today, U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss, R-Ga., released the following statement: “After much contemplation and reflection, I have decided not to run for re-election to the Senate in 2014. ‘This is a decision Julianne and I have thought through and prayed about for many weeks. I am Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, …
More Funds Could be Available for GA Regional Water Councils
Georgia Agribusiness Council President Bryan Tolar says that during week 2 of Georgia’s Legislative Session, there were discussions of funding for the regional water councils. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That …
Sugar Cane
Do you wonder what the top crop for ethanol is? Everett Griner explores this question today. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida …
Fruit the Top Snack of Choice
Fresh fruit is eaten as a snack more often than any sweet or salty alternative beyond the produce aisle, this according to a study by The NPD Group. Download Audio Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …