Bio-Fuels Future
by Dan – February 9th, 2010
The development of bio-fuel has just begun. Today Everett Griner looks at the future of bio-fuel.
Time For GCC Cotton Referendum
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
The Georgia Cotton Commission encourages growers to participate in the Georgia Cotton referendum on continuation of the cotton program.
Baker Remains Committed to FL Agriculture
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
State Senator Carey Baker has withdrawn from the race for Florida Agriculture Commissioner, but says he will remain committed to fighting for Florida Agriculture.
EPA Standards Unfair to FL Agriculture
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
Florida House Representative Leonard Bembry says that EPA’s proposed nutrient water standards will certainly effect the state as whole, but agriculture may take the brunt.
Public workshops will be held regarding the issue, but in order to attend you must preregister online.
Brochure Gives Pesticide Tips to Protect Pollinators
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
The Coalition for Urban/Rural Environmental Stewardship has developed a six-page brochure to help growers and pesticide applicators protect honey bees and other pollinators.
Results from NCC Planting Intentions Survey
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
The National Cotton Council has released the results from their annual acreage intentions survey which indicates a rise in cotton acres for 2010.
Baking a Sweet Valentine
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
Since the sweetest holiday of them all, Valentines Day, is coming up, consumers may want to take inventory of their baking staples.
Scientist Shares Views On Citrus Greening History, Management
by Dan – February 8th, 2010
U.S. Department of Agriculture plant pathologist Tim Gottwald shares his views about citrus greening disease, or HLB, in this series of reports. He offers thoughts on the disease’s history and spread in Florida, the viability of various management strategies, and more.
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Intervet/Schering-Plough Introduces Two New Products
by Randall – February 8th, 2010
Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health has introduced two new products for cattle, as DVM Dr. Joe Roder invites producers to see the difference they can make.
To learn more about Nuflor Gold log on to nuflorgold.com. To learn more about Resflor Gold and see a short video log on to resflorgold.com
For more information about Intervet/Schering-Plough Animal Health visit: www.intervet.com
ACA Convention to Include Fun Events
by Randall – February 8th, 2010
Alabama Cattlemen Association’s Ed Whatley wants producers to know about some of the fun events they have planned for their annual convention coming up February 11 & 12 in Huntsville.
Expecting Cattle Prices to be Better
by Randall – February 8th, 2010
CattleFax CEO Randy Blach says cattle and beef prices should be a bit higher for 2010 than they were this past year.
Waiting to See about Payments on Peanuts & Peanut Calendar
by Randall – February 8th, 2010
Today Tyron Spearman looks at counter-cyclical payments and whether they will be available for growers this year, along with updating the calendar of events for this week.
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Citrus Industry Magazine CEU Credit Articles & Test Series
by Gary – February 8th, 2010
Citrus Industry Magazine is proud to announce its 2010 series of articles where growers can read an article then take and submit a test online to obtain CEU credits. The process is simple, first read the particular article in Citrus Industry Magazine, or click on the article below to read it, then submit the accompanying CEU test on line:
Citrus Industry Magazine CEU/CCA 2010 Article & Test # 1 – Safe Storage and Transportation of Pesticides (test period expires 2/11/2011)
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on Ag Hall of Fame
by Julie – February 8th, 2010
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about the induction of four new members into the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame at the Florida State Fair in Tampa on February 9th. More information is available online by clicking on Ag Hall of Fame and 2010 Inductees.
Who’s Helping?
by Dan – February 8th, 2010
America still stands alone and Everett Griner tells us how and why.
Weekly Livestock Market Report
by Randall – February 6th, 2010
Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending February 5th put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama, Florida, and Georgia.
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Baker Drops Out of Florida Ag Commissioner Race
by Gary – February 5th, 2010
(THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – 02/05/10) State Senator Carey Baker (photo left) is dropping out of the race for agriculture commissioner, unable to raise the money needed to compete with U.S. Rep. Adam Putnam’s fundraising. “With so many other challenges to 
address in our state, particularly in the Legislature, it would be wrong of me to continue a campaign when I have not met the goals I need to win,” Baker said in an E-mail to supporters. “It’s time for me to choose where I am most prepared to help the people of Florida.” The move leaves Putnam (photo right) in the GOP primary, with Scott Maddox the leading candidate on the Democratic side. In a statement, Putnam said Baker’s leadership was an asset to the state that would “help us steer through difficult times. I hope to earn his support to assist in that effort as Commissioner of Agriculture,” Putnam said.
Schedule Changes for Hearings on EPA Numeric Nutrient Criteria
by Gary – February 5th, 2010
The U S Environmental Protection Agency has scheduled three public hearing dates for their new water regulatory criteria for the state of Florida (see below). Pre-registration is strongly encouraged especially if you would like to speak at the hearings. http://yosemite.epa.gov/ost/WaterSciHearingReg.nsf/SignUp_Web?OpenForm
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Budget and Water Remain Top GA Legislative Issues
by Julie – February 5th, 2010
Southeast AgNet has teamed up with the Georgia Agribusiness Council to give you the latest on the 2010 legislative session. And for this week’s report, President Gary Black gives us a quick snapshot of the anticipated challenges for this year.
Budget Expected to Take Over 2010 FL Legislative Session
by Julie – February 5th, 2010
As the Florida legislature prepares to come back to work in a couple of weeks, Ben Parks, director of state legislative affairs for Florida Farm Bureau, says this year’s session is expected to be taken over by budget concerns.
Organic Survey Results Reported
by Julie – February 5th, 2010
Results form the 2008 Organic Production Survey indicate when compared to U.S. farmers overall, the nation’s organic farms have higher average sales and higher average production expenses.
More on Biofuels Efforts
by Julie – February 5th, 2010
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says that in order to advance the development and commercialization of a sustainable biofuels industry, all the various government departments must work together.
Connecting Kids to Coverage
by Julie – February 5th, 2010
In celebration of the Children’s Health Insurance Program Reauthorization Act’s one year anniversary Human Health Secretary Kathleen Sebelius and Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack have joined forces to form the Secretary’s Challenge: Connecting Kids to Coverage.
FCA Looking Ahead to Legislative Session
by Randall – February 5th, 2010
With the Florida Legislature scheduled to start their regular session in just over 3 weeks, Sam Ard with the Florida Cattlemen’s Association said they are looking at the issues which will be of interest to producers across the state.
AL-FL Peanut Trade Show is February 11
by Randall – February 5th, 2010
Ken Barton with the Florida Peanut Producers Association invites growers across the Southeast to attend the Alabama-Florida Peanut Trade Show coming up Thursday, February 11th in Dothan, Alabama.
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New Framework for Animal Disease Traceability
by Randall – February 5th, 2010
After receiving thousands of comments, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said it’s apparent that a new strategy for animal disease traceability is needed, and thus he’s decided to revise the prior policy and offer a new approach to animal disease traceability.
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More information on USDA’s new direction on animal traceability and the steps to improve disease prevention and control is available at www.aphis.usda.gov/traceability
FL State Fair is Open Today Regardless of Weather
by Randall – February 5th, 2010
TAMPA, FL. — February 5, 2010. The rumor that the Florida State Fair is not going to be open because of weather conditions is false and Fair Authorities are reporting that they are currently open as planned for all daily events scheduled to occur.
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Farm Critics
by Dan – February 5th, 2010
Farm critics are speaking loudly. Is anyone listening? Everett Griner answers this.
Freeze-Idled Farmworkers Look For Federal Relief
by Julie – February 4th, 2010
From THE NEWS SERVICE OF FLORIDA – By MICHAEL PELTIER
THE CAPITAL, TALLAHASSEE, Feb. 4, 2009…Florida growers may soon see federal assistance for the freeze that devastated winter crops as far south as Homestead. Farmworkers, however, are waiting for similar relief.
Brazilian Researcher Shares Keys To Citrus Greening Management
by Dan – February 4th, 2010
Plant pathologist Renato Bassanezi of the Brazilian research organization Fundecitrus talked to Florida citrus growers in recent weeks about the keys to citrus greening disease management in Brazil. In an interview with Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff, he says infected trees must be removed to successfully fight the disease long term, and that younger trees succumb more quickly to the disease than older trees. Hear more of his comments in these two reports.
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