FL NRCS Involved in Soil Health Study

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Florida, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

Soil health has long been a priority for the Natural Resources Conservation Service and Florida NRCS State Conservationist Carlos Suarez says they are excited to be assisting in a new soil initiative. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember …

A Giant Southern Pumpkin

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

Growing pumpkins can be challenging here in the south, but one certain Alabama farmer found a way to not grow the biggest pumpkin in state history. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded …

Where Presidential Candidates Stand on Ag Related Issues

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Election Day is upon us and just in case you are still undecided, The American Soybean Association recently posed several Ag-issue related questions to the two men seeking the nation’s highest office. ASA President Steve Wellman notes that President Obama and Governor Romney were both in favor on passing the Farm Bill this year and had similar thoughts on what …

Fresh From Florida Products Showcased During PMA Fresh Summit

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Executive chef and culinary ambassador for the Florida Department of Agriculture, Justin Timineri was in California recently for the Produce Marketing Association’s annual Fresh Summit, where he showcased Fresh from Florida products. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember …

FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Community Farmers’ Markets

Randall Weiseman FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

This week’s Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight is about about the growth of Florida’s community farmers’ markets and how many have evolved into weekly festivals with live music, arts and crafts, and outreach programs. More information is available online by clicking on Florida Community Farmers’ Markets. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester …

Winter Gardens

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Vegetables

Everett Griner reminds us that know how is not always automatic. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

Researchers Discover Enzyme That Improves Flavor of Ripening Tomatoes

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Researchers with the University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences have discovered an enzyme that improves flavor of ripening tomatoes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the …

Researchers to Look at Practicality of Pasteurized Melons

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

A new study to start at the first of the year will investigate the practicality of pasteurizing netted melons. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the …

Sweet Onions

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Everett Griner asked a question. Who’s onion is the sweetest? Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober 31, 2025

FL Producers Encouraged to Signup for EQIP and WHIP by Nov 16

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Florida, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

FL producers have until November 16, 2012, to sign up for two popular programs under the Natural Resources Conservation Service. FL NRCS State Conservationist Carlos Suarez encourages producers to visit with a local USDA service center regarding the Environmental Quality Incentives Program and the Wildlife Habitat Incentives Program. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …