This needs to be given some serious thought. Now over 25% of today’s farms are operated by someone 65 or older. Everett Griner gives us more interesting statistics in this segment that should get us thinking about some important things for the future.  Report (1:00 mp3)
FBC & FCA to Hold Town Hall Meetings
The Florida Beef Council & Florida Cattlemen’s Association are teaming together hold some Town Hall meetings across the state in October. Â Report (1:30 mp3) To see the locations, dates, and times Click Here
GBB Seeking Volunteers for Fair
Next month will be a busy time for the Georgia Beef Board staff as they are again seeking volunteers to help during the fair season.  Report (1:15 mp3)
AL Officials Get Animal ID Update
Some state officials from Alabama were in Kansas City last week to get the latest information concerning animal identification. Â Report (1:30 mp3)
Florida Extension Field Day is Thursday
The University of Florida’s West Florida Research & Education center will hold their annual Extension Field Day this Thursday at their Jay Research facility. Â Report (:35 mp3) To learn more or to register Click Here
Peter Pan Peanut Butter is Back
Good news for the peanut industry…..Peter Pan peanut butter is back on grocery store shelves. Â Report (:25 mp3)
OJ for Diabetics
A new study by the University at Buffalo indicates that orange juice is a healthy food for diabetics due to its high level of flavonoids. Report (1:00 mp3)
USDA Official on COOL and Farm Bill
Yet another comment period for Country of Origin labeling came to an end on August 21 and USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory programs Bruce Knight talks about what happens now. Knight also addresses when he thinks the farm bill process will be completed. Report (2:00 mp3) Report (1:30 mp3)
AL NRCS Retirement
Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama Public Affairs specialist Julie Best is retiring after two decades of service with the agency. Report (1:30 mp3)
Good Year for Nematodes
It’s been a good year for nematodes in Georgia, which is not so good for cotton producers. Report(1:00 mp3)