According to the latest forecasts we will likely see zero growth in U.S. meat production next year.
FL Commissioner’s Spotlight on SART
This week’s Commissioner’s Spotlight from Florida Agriculture Commissioner Charles Bronson is about the State Agricultural Response Team (SART), a group of government agencies, private groups and individuals working together to plan for and respond to animal and agricultural related disasters. To view a flash video about the program, click on SART. To visit the Florida SART web site, click on …
Preserving History
Everett Griner tells us how antique tractor restoration is growing.
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the cattle market numbers for the week ending August 1st put together by the livestock market news service for the states of Alabama, Florida and Georgia. AL: FL: GA:
Relief for Struggling Dairy Producers
The Obama Administration announced today that they are taking immediate action to support struggling dairy farmers by increasing the amount paid for dairy products through the Dairy Product Price Support Program.
Senators Seek Changes to LIP
A group of Senators is asking U.S. Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack for some changes to the Livestock Indemnity Program.
Farmers on Line
Computer use is catching on and Everett Griner explains.
Another Hearing on Dairy Prices
Another hearing took place this week in our nation’s capitol concerning the economic conditions facing the dairy industry.
Gassed Up
Everett Griner explains just how cows are contributing to global warming.
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.