WASHINGTON, April 24, 2012 – USDA Chief Veterinary Officer John Clifford today released the following statement on the detection of BSE in the United States: “As part of our targeted surveillance system, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has confirmed the nation’s fourth case of bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) in a dairy cow …
NCBA Statement on FDA Guidance Documents on Antibiotic Use, Proposed Veterinary Feed Directives
WASHINGTON (April 11, 2012) – The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) announced today its intent to publish in the Federal Register on Fri., April 13, 2012, its final Guidance 209 and a draft proposed rule on veterinary feed directives. Tom Talbot, a California beef producer, large animal veterinarian and current chairman of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s (NCBA) Cattle …
Citrus Industry eNews: Black Spot Advice; Lawsuits; Windbreaks
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FL Ag Industry Shows Growth in Commissioner’s Annual Report
Tallahassee, FL – Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam has released the 2011 Annual Report for the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services, providing a snapshot of the department’s priorities and accomplishments for the calendar year. This is the first annual report released by the department under Commissioner Putnam’s leadership. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in …
FL Ag Department Releases First Annual Report of Office of Energy
Tallahassee, FL – Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam released today an annual report of the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ Office of Energy, providing a snapshot of the state’s energy industry and outlining policy that would guide the expansion of energy production. The annual report is released on the heels of the legislative session, during which the Florida Legislature, …
Citrus Industry eNews: Black Spot Warning; Insecticides for Psyllids
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USDA Announces Additional Choices for Beef Products in the Upcoming School Year
WASHINGTON, March 15, 2012 – In response to requests from school districts across the country, the USDA announced today that it will offer more choices to schools in the National School Lunch Program when it comes to purchases of ground beef products. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …
Citrus Industry eNews: Granular Fertilizer for HLB; Anti-Dumping Order Revoked
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FL Congressman Hopes to Bring Farmer’s Concerns Back to DC
During U.S. Congressman Allen West’s recent visit with farmers back home in Florida, he noted that he hopes that some of agriculture’s longstanding issues can be solved soon. Download Audio For the complete interview and story click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …
The Cotton Board Holds March Meeting
(MEMPHIS, Tenn.) – The Cotton Board recently held its March Board Meeting in Austin, TX. The purpose of the meeting was to allow The Cotton Board to review Cotton Incorporated’s plan for 2013 and develop strategic recommendations. The meeting was well attended by both producer and importer board members. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …