Southeast AgNet This Week: TPA Discussion; Benefiting from USDA

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Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes a report from a roundtable discussion on Trade Promotion Authority and a success story about an Alabama farmer who has worked with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of …

Florida Farmers Using National Water Quality Initiative

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

One of the many programs available through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service is the National Water Quality Initiative. George Johnson, a district conservationist in Florida, talks about the initiative and how it has been implemented for farmers he has worked with. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, …

Commissioner Putnam Testifies Before Joint Congressional Hearing on Newest Federal Overreach

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From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam testified today on the impacts of the Waters of the United States rule at the Joint Hearing Before the House Committee on Transportation and Infrastructure and the Senate Committee on Environment and Public Works in Washington, D.C. Excerpts of his testimony are …

NACD Annual Meeting Underway in New Orleans

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The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) kicked off its Annual Meeting Sunday in New Orleans, Louisiana with folks from across the country attending. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle …

Scott Seeks Money to Restore Everglades

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Industry News Release, Water

By JIM TURNER THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, January 27, 2015………. Gov. Rick Scott, who environmentalists said was reluctant to support wildlife and conservation efforts for most of his first term, will ask lawmakers to designate money for the next 20 years for Everglades restoration. Scott on Tuesday outlined a $5 billion plan for the Everglades that …

Putnam: ‘Think Big, Act Boldly’ on Water, Land

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By JIM TURNER THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA: THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, January 22, 2015………. Florida lawmakers, who received a directive from voters in November to increase spending to protect water sources and sensitive lands, were told to “think big and act boldly” by the state agriculture commissioner on Thursday. Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam told members of the House State Affairs …

Alabama Water Issues Included in Grazing Research

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Livestock, Water

Research efforts in grazing management are ongoing at Auburn University. Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist Kim Mullinex explains. Download Audio More information is available at alabamabeefsystems.com. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle …

Florida Farm Bureau Leader Offers Support for Commissioner Putnam’s Water Policy Statement

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From the Florida Farm Bureau Federation: Gainesville, Fla.—Florida Farm Bureau Federation President John L. Hoblick expressed his appreciation for the general state water policy outlined today by Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam before the House Committee on State Affairs in Tallahassee. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator …

Commissioner Putnam Presents Recommendations for Water Policy to House State Affairs Committee

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From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Adam H. Putnam presented recommendations on comprehensive water policy for Florida to the House State Affairs Committee today. Excerpts of his testimony are below: “Water is the biggest long-term issue facing Florida, regardless of what part of the state you are from. … Every …

Putnam to Detail Water Recommendations

Randall Weiseman Florida, General, Industry News Release, Water

From The News Service of Florida: With Florida lawmakers preparing for a potentially major debate about water policy, Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam will make recommendations Thursday to a House committee. Putnam said during an interview this week with The News Service of Florida that he hopes Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida …