Even though futures prices for corn took a tumble on the Chicago Board of Trade Thursday, most contracts through July 2011 are either near or over $5.00, and trends suggest prices will stay above that mark well into 2011. This means cattle and hog producers will be looking at lower profits due to higher feed prices, and in turn could …
Candidates for FL Governor, Cabinet to Address Agriculture Leaders
ORLANDO, FL – The candidates for Florida governor – Democratic nominee Alex Sink and Republican nominee Rick Scott – will address leaders of the agriculture industry at the ninth quadrennial Farm Credit – Agriculture Institute of Florida Candidates Forum, set for Friday, Sept. 24 in Orlando.
Goat Meat Anyone?
Everett Griner tells us how much cheaper and healthier this is than beef. Download Audio
Citrus Growers, Others Learn About Biofuel Crops
Citrus growers looking for alternative crops to plant on land decimated by greening and canker were part of a crowd attending a program about biofuel crops in Sebring this week. Download Audio The next meeting in the series is coming up in Live Oak at the Suwannee County Extension Office on Friday, September 24 from 10am to 1:00pm. Post sponsor: …
FL FSA Bringing Clear Message During Statewide Biofuels Meetings
As the Florida Farm Service Agency continues their Feedstocks for Florida Biofuels town hall meetings, FSA State Director, Tim Manning, says they hope to communicate to all commodity groups and growers across the state their message of alternative energy crops. Download Audio The next meeting in the series is coming up in Live Oak at the Suwannee County Extension Office …
AL NRCS Encourages Attendance of Regional Forestry Field Days
The Alabama Natural Resources Conservation Service encourages landowners to come see how to manage Alabama’s forest for multiple uses during their Regional Forestry Field Days where state forester, Tim Albritton, says producers will have a chance to hear from experts as they speak about forest resource management. Download Audio
Hot Georgia Nights Impacting Cotton Yields
As we continue to keep a close eye on the cotton crop, Richey Seaton, executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, says the dry weather and heat of this summer have taken their toll. Download Audio
Efforts to Eradicate Invasive that is Harmful to Forest Landowners
A growing problem that started in south Florida and is rapidly spreading northward is the invasive plant known as the old world climbing fern. Bryan Nelson with the Southwest Florida Water Management District says the vine significantly impacts the natural fire control in forest areas which is why the Florida Natural Resources Conservation Service and other state agencies are part …
Time Running Out For Child Nutrition Bill Reauthorization
The deadline to reauthorize the Child Nutrition Bill is coming up at the end of the fiscal year, September 30, 2010. And Agricultural Secretary Tom Vilsack says it would not only go a long way in accomplishing the goal of making children healthier, but it is even a matter of national security. Download Audio Download Audio
AL Attends NCBA Legislative Conference
Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association said one of the many issues discussed at the 2010 National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Legislative Conference was the estate tax, as many cattle producers are worried about it reverting back to pre-2001 levels. Download Audio