AG CONNECT Expo 2011 will feature “Safety Zone” exhibit pavilion

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

Farm and ranch safety is critical to success in agriculture today and safety is the focus of a special exhibit pavilion at AG CONNECT Expo 2011. The Safety Zone will be coordinated by the Progressive Agriculture Safety Day® program and will be an interactive space with engaging activities and informative educational demonstrations. AG CONNECT Expo is the next generation global …

Time is Now to Advance Alternative Energy Initiatives

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Florida, Forestry, Georgia, Specialty Crops

The concept of farm to fuel is not exactly new, but Deputy Under Secretary for Farm and Foreign Agricultural Services, Michael Scuse, says now is the time to implement alternative energy strategies. 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 …

Helping Small Farmers Maintain High Food-Safety Standards

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

University of Florida experts are offering workshops to educate small producers on essential practices and record-keeping, which can help protect consumers and increase sales. Download Audio Two workshops are scheduled for August 24 and 25 at the North Florida Research and Education Center in Live Oak. For more details visit http://nfrec.ifas.ufl.edu. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in …

National Catfish Month

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Specialty Crops

For more than 20 years, America has set aside the month of August to celebrate a great American farm-raised fish and honor the U.S. farmer who works diligently to give us this seafood favorite year-round. 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 …

Bayer CropScience Explains Cancelling of Temik for Citrus

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Citrus, Citrus Expo News, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Specialty Crops

Day two of the annual Citrus Expo is underway as the seminars will run until noon while the trade show will be open until 2:00 this afternoon. As mentioned yesterday, we have seen a record crowd for Southeast AgNet/Citrus Industry Magazine’s annual event and invite you to come in yet today. One item of interest we brought to your attention …

Farm to School

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

Farmers are promoting healthy meals. Everett Griner tells us how. 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 Enhancement …

Commissioner Bronson Supports Putnam in Ag Commissioner Bid

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

Commissioner of Agriculture Charles Bronson will be leaving office in approximately 5 months due to term limits and he believes Congressman Adam Putnam would be a fine choice for the next Florida Agriculture Commissioner. 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, …

Study Aims to Consistently Enhance Produce Flavor

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

A new study is aiming to improve produce flavor by analyzing the number of steps it experiences before reaching the market. 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 …

Senate Movement for the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Another step has been made toward food safety reform as the Senate Health, Education, Labor and Pensions Committee’s manager’s amendment to the FDA Food Safety Modernization Act has been scored by the Congressional Budget Office. 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 …