Ag in Review for the Week Ending September 25, 2015

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Seeds, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about mandatory livestock price reporting, how a recent trial concerning peanuts helped remind of us the good things that came from it, the growth of a vegetable-seed company, and issues that continue to affect the citrus industry. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida …

Putnam Speaks to Florida Fruit and Vegetable Growers

Randall Weiseman Florida, Fruits, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The Florida Fruit & Vegetable Association’s 72nd Annual Convention was held at The Breakers in Palm Beach. Florida Department of Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam was a guest speaker. Josh McGill was there and has this report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement …

HM.CLAUSE Developing Seeds for Growers and Consumers

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

We told you last week that AgNet Media founder and President Gary Cooper was in France for a big 50th anniversary event for HM.CLAUSE. While there, he talked with their CEO Matthew Johnston, about how this farmer-owned and operated company has developed over the course of more than a couple of centuries to grow and become a global leader in …

Florida Farm Labor Supervisor Training Program

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

Back this spring, we told you about a program that helps train folks that farm workers report to. And according to Josh McGill, there are upcoming classes for those interested. Download Audio To learn more click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida …

HM.CLAUSE Vegetable Seeds Investing in People

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

During this week’s 50th anniversary event for HM.CLAUSE at its vegetable seed research facilities in southern France, it was mentioned their worldwide research effort includes 900 people, organized into 50 research teams dedicated to 25 species spanning 400 different market segments. And as their Vice President/Head of Global Research said, they are investing in people. Dowload Audio To hear more …

HM.CLAUSE Vegetable Seeds Celebrates 50 Years of Research in France

Josh McGill General, Seeds, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

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Commissioner Adam Putnam Declares State of Agricultural Emergency for Oriental Fruit Fly Infestation

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

From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: MIAMI, Fla.—Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam today declared a state of agricultural emergency due to the Oriental Fruit Fly infestation in Miami-Dade County. The Oriental Fruit Fly is considered one of the most serious of the world’s fruit fly pests due to its potential economic harm. It attacks more …

USDA Video: USDA Week In Review September 11

Dan Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Industry Videos-Promoting Agriculture, Livestock, Poultry, Vegetables

A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review: child nutrition, fruit and vegetable safety, and avian flu preparedness. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.fns.usda.gov www.nass.usda.gov www.ers.usda.gov www.aphis.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …

Expanded Crop Insurance Options for Fruit and Nut Producers

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

The U.S. Department of Agriculture wants to remind fruit and nut producers about the expansion of crop insurance to provide additional options. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember …

Southeast AgNet This Week: New Insurance Coverage; Dairy Signup Deadline Nearing

Josh McGill Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Sheep-Goats, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes coverage information on Whole-Farm Revenue Protection Insurance, as well as a deadline reminder for the Margin Protection Program available to dairy producers. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry …