NASS to Release Locally Grown Marketing Survey This Fall

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) will be releasing the results of a new survey this fall. Jim Ewing, director of the Southeast Region for NASS, says this one is a locally grown marketing survey. 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 …

World Food Prize Honors

Dan General, Vegetables

The World Food Prize honors outstanding individuals who make vital contributions to improving the quality, quantity or availability of food throughout the world. Cathy Ism tells us about the sweet vegetable that helped 4 scientists receive worldwide recognition. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …

Georgia Grown Moment – 4th of July Dishes

Randall Weiseman Fruits, GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

For this week’s Georgia Grown moment, we celebrate Independence Day with some fresh ideas for your 4th of July celebrations. Georgia Grown Executive Chef Holly Chute shares some innovative recipes using Georgia Grown products. Download Audio For more information about finding locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables, visit the Georgia Grown locator at www.georgiagrown.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers …

Home Preserving

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Vegetables

Everett Griner talks about home preserving foods increasing in today’s Agri View. 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 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …

Cotton Crop Improves, Peanuts Hold Steady

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Cotton planting is almost complete, and according to this report from Gary Crawford, the condition of the crop is showing some improvement over the last week. Play Audio And USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey also has a look at the condition of the peanut crop. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

National Eat Your Vegetables Day

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Vegetables

National Eat Your Vegetables Day is observed annually on June 17.  June is National Fresh Fruit and Vegetables Month, and National Eat Your Vegetables Day is one more opportunity to remind everyone to continue with this part of a healthy diet. Cathy Isom tells you why you want to make sure you don’t miss out on eating your vegetables today. Download …

UF/IFAS Expert Says Whitefly Species Likely to Cause Growers’ Problems

Randall Weiseman Florida, Fruits, Industry News Release, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

From the University of Florida/IFAS: By: Brad Buck GAINESVILLE, Fla. — A University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences expert predicts the Q-biotype whitefly discovered in April in Palm Beach County will likely cause problems for growers. The Q-biotype whitefly – not to be confused with the B-biotype, which came to Florida in the mid-1980s – is now …

Florida Commissioner’s Spotlight: Fresh from Florida Products

Randall Weiseman Aquaculture, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Dairy, FL Commissioner Report, Florida, Fruits, General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

On this week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight, Florida’s Commissioner of Agriculture Adam Putnam talks about Fresh From Florida Seafood and the wide variety of fresh, wholesome products this state has to offer. 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 …

Georgia Grown Moment – Macon Farmers Market

Randall Weiseman Fruits, GA Grown Moment, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

For this week’s Georgia Grown Moment, we head to Macon, Georgia to talk with Happy Wyatt, Market Manager at the Macon State Farmer’s Market, about the benefits the Market provides to the community. Download Audio Be sure to like the Macon State Farmer’s Market page on Facebook to stay informed about upcoming events. You can find out more about Georgia …