There are still several issues up in the air as the Florida Legislature works on it’s sixth week of the 2010 session. And Florida Farm Bureau President, John Hoblick, says it is imperative that they continue to keep a close eye on all of the action at the state capitol. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research …
New Virus Found in FL Tomatoes
For the first time in Florida, groundnut ringspot virus has been detected in tomatoes from samples sent in this winter. For more information on this virus and management options, visit the IFAS pest alert website. 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 …
New Report Quantifies Where Contamination Often Occurs
A new report has found that an overwhelming majority of produce-related food borne outbreaks were linked to mishandling after leaving the farm or processor. 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 …
FL Commisioner’s Spotlight on the Blue Foundation for a Healthy Florida
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about a $250,000 grant from The Blue Foundation for a Healthy Florida (philanthropic affiliate of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Florida) that will help Florida’s food banks feed Florida families in need. Download Audio More information is available online by clicking on Blue Foundation Grant. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle …
Bishop Addresses Key Issues at GCA Convention Banquet
Georgia Congressman Sanford Bishop attended the Georgia Cattleman’s Convention and spoke on some pressing issues currently facing agriculture. Listen to the interview here: 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 …
GAC Pleased with Continued Food Safety Efforts in the GA Legislature
For this week’s Georgia Legislative Report, Georgia Agribusiness Council’s Vice President of Public Affairs, Bryan Tolar, says the Sanitary Activity for Food-Processing Enterprises or SAFE Act will further strengthen the food safety legislation that was passed last session setting parameters for food processing companies. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida …
This Winter One For The Record Books In Florida Too
Thanks to Gene McAvoy, County Extension Director in LaBelle, FL for bird dogging this report from the National Weather Service. Gene writes, “This release from National Weather confirms what you all ready know – it has been a cold wet winter – this report quantifies the numbers and tells how cold and how wet for sites around South Florida.” Sponsored …
Watermelon Growers – Contact FDA Regarding Food Safety Rules
A watermelon is not a melon, that’s the message The National Watermelon Association is urging its members to send to the Food and Drug Administration. 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 …
Farm Groups Prepared for Another Rough Farm Bill Process
Key farm groups are gearing up for the start of hearings on the next farm bill in late April – and ag leaders are already expecting another rough process. 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 Farm Bureau “Ag Watch” Tallahassee Report April 01, 2010
Here’s this week’s 04-01-10 edition of Florida Farm Bureau’s Ag Watch (pdf file) from the FFB Legislative office in Tallahassee. 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 …