USDA Funds Projects to Advance Pest and Disease Management

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

WASHINGTON, June 7, 2011 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture is allocating $50 million, provided by Section 10201 of the 2008 Farm Bill, for projects that prevent the introduction or spread of plant pests and diseases that threaten U.S. agriculture and the environment. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the …

Farm Exports

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Everett Griner tells us how we are indebted to our farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …

The Silver Lining of Water Management District Budget Cuts

Randall Weiseman Florida, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Thanks to a new law, Florida’s Water Management districts will see a drastic reduction in their budgets. But Belle Glades grower, Rick Roth, says that’s not necessarily a bad thing. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 …

How Debt Ceiling Discussions Affect Agriculture

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A lot of attention has been given to the discussion of the debt ceiling and now American Farm Bureau Public Policy Director, Mark Maslyn, explains how all of this could ultimately affect agriculture. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida …

Making MyPlate Your Plate

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Well MyPlate is now the new primary food group symbol for our nation and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack says it is a simple reminder for consumers to make healthy food choices. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

Flood Damage

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This is turning out to be a tough year for the Corp of Engineers. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive …

Ag in Review for the Week of May 30, 2011

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A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In …

USDA Keeping an Eye on European E.Coli Outbreak

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Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack says there is no immediate concerns regarding the European E.Coli Outbreak spreading over to the U.S. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida 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 ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle …

The Unveiling of the New MyPlate Nutritional Symbol

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The MyPlate nutritional symbol has been officially released to rave reviews as Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says it provides a simple symbolic message to consumers regarding what they need to include in a healthy diet. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary …

Sweet Corn Not Just for Summer Anymore

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

We recently reported on the lack of demand experienced for the watermelon and sweet corn crop this year and grower Rick Roth says the only way to combat this issue is to change the attitude and eating habits of the consumer. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …