Some Sort of Farm Bill Action Expected This Week

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Farm leaders expect the House to do something on the farm bill late this week before adjourning for elections. But what that action will be remains to be known. 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 …

FL formally Approves $880-Million Everglades Cleanup Plan

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Florida has formally signed off on an $880-million dollar plan for Everglades cleanup projects. 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 …

Task Force to Address FL Oyster Collapse

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The devastating crash in the oyster population all along the Gulf Coast is getting some much needed attention from a University of Florida led task force. 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 …

35th Annual Sunbelt Ag Expo Just About a Month Away

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The Sunbelt Ag Expo is just about a month away and Executive Director Chip Blalock encourages farmers to go ahead and mark their calendar to attend the 35th annual event in Moultrie, GA. 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, …

No Discernible Drought Effects On Retail Food Prices…Yet

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The latest consumer price index shows a tiny hike in overall food prices last month, but USDA ag economist Ricky Volpe says the real hike will not come until next year. 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 …

Farm Bill Extension Likely But How Long?

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Congress heads back home at the end of the week to break for the upcoming elections, but questions still remain as to what will transpire before they leave with a new farm bill as Tyron Spearman looks at what’s being discussed. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Fresh Vegetable Retail Prices Continuing to Run Below Last Year

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USDA food price economist Ricky Volpe says prices for fresh veggies could very likely see deflation at the retail level this year. 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, …

Presidential Proclamation — National Farm Safety and Health Week, 2012

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Here is a Presidential proclamation from the White House: THE WHITE HOUSE Office of the Press Secretary For Immediate Release September 14, 2012 NATIONAL FARM SAFETY AND HEALTH WEEK, 2012 – – – – – – – BY THE PRESIDENT OF THE UNITED STATES OF AMERICA A PROCLAMATION From producing America’s food, fuel, and fiber to advancing clean, homegrown energy …

FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Mobile Irrigation Labs

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On this week’s Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight, Commissioner Adam Putnam talks about the free-of-charge consulting services available to residential, commercial and agricultural property owners through the state’s mobile irrigation labs. Personnel manning the labs’ provide expertise in analyzing irrigation systems and making recommendations on how to improve water conservation and use. Download Audio More information is available online at MILs. Sponsored …

FL School Breakfast Week

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School cafeterias across the state of Florida are celebrating Florida School Breakfast Week. 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 …