UF Receives Grant for New Ways to Address Hydrilla

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops

A $512,000 grant will help University of Florida faculty test a new triple-threat approach to controlling hydrilla, the state’s most troublesome invasive aquatic weed. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support …

Finalists Announced for Awards at AG CONNECT Expo 2011

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Weather

Online voting is now open for the Ag community to help select the 2011 “Advocating for Agriculture Awards” winners. Deadline to vote is December 9, 2010. Winners get a free trip to the world-class Ag trade show, AG CONNECT Expo 2011, to be held January 2011 in Atlanta, GA. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …

US Forest Service Working to Stop the Spread of Invasive Plants

Randall Weiseman Florida, Forestry, Specialty Crops

The issue of invasive species is a real and growing problem for all of agriculture, including the forest industry and in the following two reports Bob Mangold of the US Forest Service gives some insight on what they are doing to help combat the troublesome pest. The use of coalitions: Download Audio Stopping invasive seed transportation: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida …

Farmer Thank You Programs

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar

Many efforts are under way across our country this week to recognize America farmers this Thanksgiving. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers …

Thankful for Farmers Who Produce our Food

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Sugar

Today Tyron Spearman looks at reasons why we all need to be thankful for farmers across our country who work everyday to produce the food we will enjoy this Thanksgiving and everyday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …

FL Turnover Starting at Ag

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Citrus, Florida, General, Specialty Crops, Sugar

This in from the The News Service of Florida: Several top officials at the Department of Agriculture have left the agency ahead of the new incoming administration of Adam Putnam, an agency spokeswoman said. Technically, all of the officials are on leave until the new agency leaders come in in January. Leaving the agency are deputy commissioner Joanne Brown, Consumer …

Feeding Africa

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

There are changes coming that could change the country. What are they? Everett Griner answers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts …

Colombian Retailer to Market Florida Ag Products

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

TALLAHASSEE — Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles H. Bronson has announced that his department has further expanded its marketing efforts in the Caribbean, Central America and South America by adding a large Colombian chain to its global retail program. Retailer Carrefour-Colombia joins 37 other chains worldwide that will partner with the department and feature a variety of fruits, vegetables and citrus …

Pumpkin Alternatives

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Vegetables

Last year’s shortage of canned pumpkins shouldn’t be the case this year as the pumpkin harvest has been plentiful. But just in case, extension expert, Tammy Roberts, has some ideas for some alternatives that you can use for some of your classic recipes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …