We are currently in the midst of five straight nights of temperatures below freezing for the strawberry growing region and it looks like the worse is yet to come.
Hazardous Jobs
Farming is still one of the most hazardous jobs in the U.S. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio
Details on High Tunnel Project
The Natural Resources Conservation Service Chief, Dave White, gives more details on the three year high tunnel project aimed at increasing the availability of locally grown produce in a conservation-friendly way.
Pacing Your Weight Loss
Some consumers may feel like they packed on a few too many pounds this holiday season, but experts say to be careful with quick fixes and fad diets.
Potato Expo Underway in Orlando
The second annual Potato Expo is well under way in Orlando as National Potato Council Executive Vice President and CEO John Keeling says it’s a chance for the entire industry to get together.
USDA and IRS Reach Agreement
USDA has finalized a Memorandum of Understanding with the Internal Revenue Service to ensure that payments from FSA and NRCS are not issued to producers whose adjusted gross income exceeds certain limits.
SURE Signup Starts Today
Today is the first day of signup for the Supplemental Revenue Assistance Payments program as Dan McGlynn of the Farm Service Agency gives us a quick overview of the program.
USDA Promoting New Initiative
The U.S. Department of Agriculture started promoting a new initiative in 2009 which Tyron Spearman says will continue this year.
Corn Socks
Farmers are providing more than just food these days and Everett Griner tells us of some that are helpful. Download Audio
Some Tax Law Changes Could Impact Producers
As this year closes, many farmers and ranchers are starting to think ahead to April 15 and their taxes. And agricultural economist George Patrick of Purdue University, says there are some new changes in tax law that producers need to be aware of.