American National Cattlewomen President Lana Slaten of Cullman, Alabama says her theme this year is “Bridging the Gap” as she explains the focus of that theme. Download Audio
El Niño Fading
Everett Griner gives us an outlook of weather changes in South America. Download Audio
AL NRCS Holding Signups for 2010 CSP Funding
Alabama Resource Conservationist, John Curtis, says a popular NRCS program is holding another sign-up for 2010 funding, as June 11, is the next batching date for the Conservation Stewardship Program. Download Audio
Watermelon Farmers Struggling due to Flooded Markets
A combination of this year’s early cold weather and a nearly doubling of acreage in many areas, has sent the watermelon markets tumbling. As Gilchrist County farmer, Jackie Langford, says there are just too many watermelons coming in at the same time. Download Audio
House Passes Tax Breaks and Social Spending Measure
The U.S. House has passed a 113-billion dollar package of tax breaks and social spending programs which includes Senator Blanche Lincoln’s 1.5-billion dollar disaster package. However changes are expected in the measure, when the Senate picks it up after it returns from the Memorial Day break on June 7th. Download Audio News post sponsor: AGROTAIN® controls nitrogen loss for higher …
Some Good Energy Inducing Snacks
During this summer season it is important to be aware of what snacks are energy-efficient, balancing high-quality calories with the nutrients needed to convert those calories into enduring energy. The following two reports should give you more info on how to choose snacks that will give you energy to burn. 5 Energy Inducing Snacks Download Audio Details on Edamame Download …
Expect Fundamental Changes in Next Farm Bill
Hearings concerning the 2012 Farm Bill continue across the country as Tyron Spearman updates some of the discussions which have taken place. Download Audio
Agrotain Performs in a Wide Variety of Crops
University of Georgia Extension Forage Specialist Dr. Dennis Hancock says much time has been spent on research efforts concerning the issue of nitrogen loss when fertilizing a variety of crops with urea or liquid nitrogen and their results have shown Agrotain has performed very well. Download Audio Check out the recent video from the third annual University of Georgia Hay …
FFB YF&R Leadership Conference Coming
Here’s a reminder from Florida Farm Bureau that their 2010 State Young Farmers & Ranchers Leadership Conference will be held in Jacksonville July 9–11. Download Audio
National Pork Board to Meet
The new strategic plan will be a major topic of discussion when the National Pork Board meets June 10th during World Pork Expo in Des Moines, Iowa. Download Audio