Legislation has been introduced that would make it easier for farms and small-business owners to invest in wind energy.
ACA Board Meets
A good crowd was on hand at last week’s summer board meeting of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, as Dr. Billy Powell was pleased with all they were able to cover.
GCA Names Interim Executive VP
The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association has announced that Dr. Robert Stewart has agreed to provide his services in the role of GCA Interim Executive Vice President. The Georgia Cattlemen’s Assocation has also announced that anyone interested in being considered for the Executive Vice President’s position should forward their initial package to the GCA Office, Attention Search Committee, P.O. Box 24510, Macon, …
FL Producers Reminded about TB
Cattle tuberculosis is a disease that Dr. Tom Holt, State Veterinarian with the Florida Department of Agriculture, says cattle producers need to be reminded of.
GBB Attends Culinary Classes
Georgia Beef Board’s Ashley Hughes explains how beef checkoff dollars went to good use via the food service indistry by taking part in culinary classes.
Possible New Kudzu Control & Acre Program Deadline Reminder
Today Tyron Spearman has information about possible new control for Kudzu along with a reminder about the ACRE signup which ends soon.
Florida’s Other Side
Today, Everett Griner talks about agricultures value to Florida’s economy.
New Citrus Expo E-NEWS Informs Industry Audience
A New E-Newsletter has been launched to keep growers and industry people abreast of Citrus Expo event plans and features. Click Here to view the July 28, 2009 edition! And click this Citrus Expo logo to go to the website where you’ll find the full seminar program, trade show listings and floor plan, and lots more!
Beef Checkoff Posting Return
According to a new economic study completed by Dr. Ron Ward with the University of Florida, the Beef Checkoff has returned about $5.55 in value to beef producers for every dollar invested.
SE Energy Conference Coming & Peanut Butter Donations Needed
Today Tyron Spearman has information about the upcoming Southeast Energy Conference along with a reminder to peanut growers about helping out with peanut butter donations for area food banks.