Event co-sponsored by Georgia Cotton Commission, Georgia Peanut Commission and UGA Extension Cotton and Peanut Teams The Georgia Cotton Commission and Georgia Peanut Commission remind growers that it is not too late to register for this year’s virtual University of Georgia Cotton and Peanut Research Field Day. The half-day event is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 9 and will focus on …
Farmers are Participating in Virtual Farm Shows
Farm Journal reports more than 50,000 farmers participated in its New American Farm Show experience. The ten-day experience included the Pro Farmer Crop Tour, Farm Journal Field Days and the #FarmON Benefit Concert. A survey of participants found 70% considered the overall experience as very good or outstanding. Meanwhile, 85% plan to participate in another virtual event, and 77% took …
Farm Aid Hosting Virtual Festival Sept. 26
Farm Aid will mark its 35th anniversary with a virtual at-home festival experience. Farm Aid 2020 On the Road, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, will include performances from more than 20 artists. The three-hour event will be streamed at FarmAid.org, on Farm Aid’s YouTube channel, AXS TV and Fans.com. Farm Aid’s 35th anniversary comes at a time of unprecedented uncertainty. …
Thank a Farmer This Labor Day
Labor Day is s a day to celebrate the achievements of the millions of men and women who keep America running. And the National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS) is asking that this year, we don’t forget to thank a farmer. According to NCIS, approximately 2.6 million Americans work directly on a farm. Nearly 20 million more work in food and …
Ways to Prevent Houseplants from Getting Sunburned
Some ways to prevent your houseplants from getting sunburned. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. More light isn’t always the answer for healthy houseplants; just like you, your plants can end up getting sunburned if they spend too much time soaking up the rays. Plants are the most at risk in the spring and summer if you decide to …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 09-04-2020
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended September 4, 2020, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 14,000 head compared to 13,901 last week and 11,571 year ago. Compared to one week …
Increase in Usage of Peanuts
According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA’s) latest Peanut Stocks and Processing Report, utilization of shelled edible grade is up 3% from last year. Tyron Spearman runs through the latest numbers. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant …
The Online Build-up of the Census of Agriculture
USDA’s most prominent online producer survey has grown. According to a story from Rod Bain, it is expected to continue to do so, thanks to innovation. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of …
Food-Chain Return to ‘Normal’ is Slow, But It Will Happen
While the coronavirus crisis is far from over, Chief Counsel for the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) says the food supply chain has adapted effectively. Clay Detlefsen says we’ve got our challenges ahead for sure. More of Detlefsen’s comments can be heard in a podcast on the NMPF website. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps …
The Importance of Humidity When Caring for Orchids
The importance of humidity when caring for orchids. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The ideal daytime humidity for most orchid plants is from 60-80% and possibly more during hot seasons. Most orchids are tropical plants, but that doesn’t mean they need rain forest humidity to grow in your home. Orchids like air movement. Indoors, an overhead paddle …