During this time of COVID-19, there are many consumers turning to social media to find new ways to prepare various meals. Florida Beef Council (FBC) Director of Education & Promotion, DeAnne Maples, wants folks to know about some new ideas when it comes to beef dishes. For more information about the Beef Checkoff go to the FBC website. Sponsored ContentVerdant …
Peanut Seed Guidelines
Here at peanut planting time, extension specialists are passing along some advice when it comes to taking care of your seed. According to Tyron Spearman, recommendations include making sure soil temperatures are at least 68 degrees before you plant. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers …
Meatpacker Closings Hard on Food Supply Chain
(NAFB) — Smithfield Foods will close its pork processing plant in Sioux Falls, South Dakota, until further notice because of employees who tested positive for the coronavirus. It’s just one of several major agricultural facilities temporarily closing operations due to the pandemic. Virginia-based Smithfield Foods says the closures are a trend that may eventually put a dent in the U.S. …
NACD Requests Additional Support for Conservation Districts in Next Stimulus
(NACD) — The National Association of Conservation Districts (NACD) sent a letter to Congress requesting additional funding and legislative support for the nation’s nearly 3,000 conservation districts in the next stimulus bills. “Conservation districts are the backbone of delivering conservation in America,” NACD President Tim Palmer said. “Unfortunately, as with many small businesses, many conservation districts are currently struggling to continue supporting …
Preparing a Different Look for Georgia Beef Month
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the cancellation or postponements of many events, but one that will still take place is May Beef Month in Georgia. But due to the shelter in place orders that may or may not still be in place next month, Georgia Beef Board (GCA) Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin says Beef Month promotions this year will …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Members Providing Beef Meals to First Responders
Due to COVID-19, many in Alabama are dealing with various issues. Some are busy responding to those affected by the pandemic. According to Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Director, Erin Beasley, many of their members in counties across the state are helping to provide beef meals to various first responders. For more information about ACA, go to their website, bamabeef.org. …
Early Blooming Spring Flowers for Your Garden
With gardening on our minds, Cathy Isom gives you quite a list of some early blooming Spring flowers for your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Early spring flowers are the surest sign that warmer weather is coming. Once you spot these blooms, you’ll know it’s soon time to get back to work in your garden! Pansies …
NCBA Responds to News of Beef Packing Plant Closure Due to COVID-19
(NCBA) — NCBA CEO Colin Woodall released the following statement regarding the announcement that JBS will shutter its Greeley, Colo., beef processing plant in the wake of the COVID-19 outbreak. “NCBA is concerned about the closure of the JBS-owned beef packing plant in Greeley, Colo. The company reports the plant is closing for a two-week period after several employees fell …
Applying Insecticide in Furrow During Peanut Planting Helpful in Managing Thrips
By Clint Thompson Peanut planting season is upon us and farmers need to be wary of potential thrips pressure when they begin planting their crop, according to University of Georgia Cooperative Extension peanut entomologist Mark Abney. He wants producers to be prepared by applying an insecticide at planting. “If you plant peanuts, you’re going to have thrips. There’s a lot …
Commissioner Nikki Fried Launches Keep Florida Growing Webpage
(FDACS) — Agriculture Commissioner Nicole “Nikki” Fried launched the Keep Florida Growing webpage, a one-stop online portal with the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services’ COVID-19 food and agriculture-related information for Florida’s farmers and ranchers, consumers, and news media. Fried first announced the new page in this #KeepFloridaGrowing social media video. “With COVID-19 deeply affecting not only Floridians but also agriculture, our state’s second-largest economic …