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Forage Production Takes Center Stage at the Sunbelt Ag Expo Forage production is a critical part of raising healthy, productive livestock, and this year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo highlighted innovative ways to improve hay and pasture management. Attendees from across the Southeast gathered to explore the latest tools, technologies, and products designed to help producers boost their forage yields and improve …
National Pork Producers Urge FDA to Rethink “Ultra-Processed Foods” Definition The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) has voiced significant concerns regarding the U.S. Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) forthcoming definition of “ultra-processed foods.” Their comments, submitted ahead of the upcoming release of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, aim to ensure that the new classification system does not negatively impact consumers …
The Georgia Cotton Commission reminds its growers about important meetings coming up in 2026, starting with the Beltwide Cotton Conference on Jan. 7-9 at the San Antonio Marriott Rivercenter in San Antonio, Texas. The Southern Southeastern annual meeting will be held on Jan. 19-22 in Hilton Head Island, South Carolina. The Georgia Cotton Commission’s annual meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, …
Alabama Receives $519,000 in USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Funding The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded $519,000 to Alabama through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). This funding will support 14 projects designed to enhance the competitiveness, marketing, education, and research of Alabama’s growing specialty crop sector. …
U.S. Meat Export Federation Applauds New Trade Agreements with ASEAN Nations The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced reciprocal trade agreements with Cambodia and Malaysia, along with new frameworks for agreements with Vietnam and Thailand — a move that could open significant new opportunities for American red meat exports. The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is welcoming the announcement as …
NCBA Reaction To Secretary Rollins’ Recently Released Beef Industry Plan With U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiling her new plan to strengthen the American beef industry, the policy has quickly drawn reaction from across the cattle sector. The plan, which focuses on protecting ranching operations, expanding processing capacity, and boosting domestic demand, was welcomed by many in the cattle …
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association and the Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation are once again investing in the future of agriculture through their annual scholarship program, and the application deadline is quickly approaching—Sunday, November 2. We spoke with Josie Jones from the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, who shared more details about this impactful initiative: “The Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation has an annual scholarship program where …
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission reminds those traveling on the highways this fall about road safety, especially as cotton growers continue harvesting this year’s crop. Taylor Sills, executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, discussed highway safety at this year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo. “I’m obviously fortunate to know and deal with a lot of folks from across the …
New Study Shows Peanut Allergies Declining — Major Win for Peanut Farmers and Consumers There’s more good news for peanut farmers and consumers alike. A new study published on October 20th reveals a significant decline in peanut allergies—a promising trend that could reshape how peanuts are perceived in homes, schools, and restaurants across the nation. “Peanut allergies are on the …
NCBA’s Ethan Lane Weighs In on President Trump’s Beef Import Comments and Market Impact Following a week of headlines about President Trump’s comments on potential beef import purchases and the resulting reaction from the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), the discussion over cattle markets and federal trade policy continues. To gain perspective on the situation, we spoke with Ethan Lane, …
