(MEMPHIS, Tenn.) – During its Annual Meeting in Durham, North Carolina, the Cotton Board reviewed and voted to recommend Cotton Incorporated’s proposed 2012 budget of $80 million to the Secretary of Agriculture. The budget and plan, along with the Cotton Board’s recommendation, will be forwarded to the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) for final approval. The Cotton Board elected …
Seeking Comments on Proposed Animal Disease Traceability Rule
In a tele-conference early this afternoon, U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack presented the proposed rule for Animal Disease Traceability noting there will be a 90-day comment period. Download Audio
Top Cattle Operations Honored for Environmental Stewardship
It was a full day of events at the 2011 Cattle Industry Summer Conference in Kissimmee, Florida as one of those taking place this evening involved NCBA recognizing six U.S. cattle operations for their commitment to sustaining their family operations by conserving land, resources and wildlife through the Environmental Stewardship Award Program. Master of Ceremonies for the event was President …
Citrus Expo Seminars to Spotlight Grower Perspectives
Taking complex concepts from the classroom to the grove can often be challenging. That’s why the 2011 Citrus Expo seminar program will feature firsthand presentations from citrus growers who have successfully implemented emerging ideas in their operations. Five growers will address the seminar theme, “Proactive Innovations for a Positive Future.” Those already confirmed include:
Various Ag Issues Discussed at Southern Peanut Growers Conference
At the Southern Peanut Growers Conference today a panel representing the 4 land-grant universities of Mississppi State, University of Georgia, Auburn University, and the University of Florida, spoke about the issues confronting the ag programs at their schools. But one speaker talked to growers about the main factors affecting global agriculture over the next 10 years. Daniel Whitley, Deputy Director …
FL Selected to Participate in Farm to School Pilot Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service and Food and Nutrition Service will conduct a pilot for acquiring fresh fruits and vegetables to build on farm-to-school programs in Florida and Michigan. The pilot will use commercial distribution models already in place and allow schools to obtain locally grown produce. Download Audio
USDA Launches Fresh Produce Program for Florida, Michigan Schools
WASHINGTON, July 12, 2011 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) and Food and Nutrition Service (FNS) will conduct a pilot for acquiring fresh fruits and vegetables to build on farm-to-school programs in Florida and Michigan. The pilot will use commercial distribution models already in place and allow schools to obtain locally grown produce.
Don’t Pack a Pest Campaign Debuts at Miami International Airport
Miami, FL – The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, in partnership with the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) Customs and Border Protection (CBP) and Miami-Dade County, launched the “Don’t Pack a Pest” public awareness campaign today, with a public service announcement, billboards and dioramas on display at the Miami International Airport. Download …
Florida Ag Commissioner Testifies before Senate Committee
This morning Florida Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam testified before the Senate Committee on Small Business and Entrepreneurship in Pensacola, as the event was hosted by U.S. Senators Marco Rubio and Mary Landrieu. Putnam addressed the economic and ecological recovery status and the effects the oil spill has had on the seafood and aquaculture industries. After his testimony Senator Rubio asked …
Florida Gulf Safe Campaign
Tallahassee, FL – The Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services launched a new website today, www.MyFloridaGulfSafe.com, as part of a multi-faceted public awareness campaign to assure consumers that Florida Gulf seafood is safe and plentiful. Download Audio