Congressman Adam Putnam re Ag Sect’y & Farm Bill

Gary Cooper Citrus, Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

In this report, with the crafting of a new Farm Bill among the big agriculture issues upcoming for a new Congress, central Florida Congressman Adam Putnam says Agriculture Secretary Mike Johanns truly seems to understand the importance of citrus and other specialty crops in the big picture of U. S. agriculture. Report (2:00 wma) Sponsoring this news report: Sponsored ContentFlorida …

FMC Back in the Fungicide Business

Randall Weiseman Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Gary Cooper talked with FMC consultant Tom Crumby about FMC’s new products for fruit and vegetable producers. Report (1:30 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember …

Specialty Crops Make Thanksgiving Special

Randall Weiseman General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Turkey may be the centerpiece for the holiday meal, but the big bird gets back up from cranberries, sweet potatoes, pumpkins, pecans and lots of other special crops. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle …

Green Bean Theme

Randall Weiseman General, Vegetables

Green Bean Cassarole has become a family favorite for the holidays or anytime and many add their own special touches to make it more unique. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

Report on Fruit and Veg Planting Restrictions

Randall Weiseman Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Eliminating planting restrictions on fruits and vegetables could result in farmers shifting acreage from program crops to fruit and vegetables in some regions according to a recent USDA’s Economic Research Service report. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research …

Fresh From Florida on the Road

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Some Florida Department of Agriculture vehicles have gotten facelifts to become moving billboards promoting fresh Florida-grown products. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember …

EQIP Irrigation Program for South Florida

Randall Weiseman Florida, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Vegetables

Producers of sod, nursery crops, citrus and vegetables in South Florida may be eligible for the Irrigation Water Management Incentive Payment under the USDA Natural Resources Conservation service Environmental Quality Incentives Program or EQIP. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To …

El Nino Could Impact Winter Vegs

Randall Weiseman Florida, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

It’s an El Nino year and the Southeast Climate Consortium has a wealth of information for growers about the potential impacts of this on specific agricultural commodities. Report (1:30 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement …

FL Ag and Business Leaders Want Amendment 3 to Pass!

Dan Cattle, Citrus, Florida, General, Livestock, Pork, Sugar, Vegetables

In this Juice News report, Gary Cooper has comments from Mark Wilson of the Florida Chamber about why agriculture folks want Amendment 3 to pass.  ALso in this report, a brief follow up with comments from Indian River Citrus League about USDA’s planned purchase of millions of gallons of Florida grapefruit juice, which should help stabalize prices for growers.  Report (1:00 wma) …

Veggies Are Good Brain Food

Randall Weiseman Vegetables

Eating vegetables can help slow down the rate of cognitive change in older adults, according to a recent study. Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember 12, 2025Commitment From Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Members Seeks To Move Research ForwardDecember 5, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of …