Agri-Pulse Poll Shows Strong Support for Trump in Farm Country

(Agri Pulse) — Farmers and ranchers’ support for President Donald Trump has grown despite sluggish exports and their own worries about their financial condition as the economic slowdown triggered by the COVID-19 has developed, according to the latest Agri-Pulse poll of U.S. farmers and ranchers.  Some 72% of producers nationwide who were surveyed from Feb. 19 through March 13 said they were …

United Fresh Urges Congress to Take Immediate Action

(NAFB) — Produce suppliers are looking for federal assistance, as many industry sectors seek relief from the impact of the coronavirus outbreak. The United Fresh Produce Association, representing the fresh produce supply chain, has requested urgent action by Congress to mitigate the challenges facing the sectors that have been impacted most severely. The immediate impact felt by the fresh produce …

Cover Crops Helped Alabama Growers During Rainy Winter

By Clint Thompson Alabama farmers who utilized cover crops this winter protected their soil during times of excessive rainfall, according to Audrey Gamble, an assistant professor and Extension specialist at Auburn University. “I think it’s very obvious to see that we’ve had record rainfalls across the state, and that in fields where we had cover crops, it helped with preventing …

How to Make Do-It-Yourself Starter Seed Pots

Cathy Isom has some excellent instructions for you about how to make do-it-yourself starter seed pots with things you already have. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you have old newspapers, junk mail, and other waste paper hanging around and taking up space in your home, then you have the makings for eco-friendly containers you can use …

U.S. Seed Companies Remain Committed to Meeting Farmer, Consumer Demand

(ASTA) — The following is a statement from American Seed Trade Association (ASTA) President & CEO Andrew LaVigne:  “The U.S. seed industry stands with the entire agriculture and food value chain in its commitment to ensuring America’s families have ongoing access to a healthy, safe and affordable food supply as we continue to deal with the impacts of COVID-19.  “The …

Peanut Farmers Strongly Urged to Plant Certified Seed

Heading into the 2020 growing season, peanut farmers are being urged to use certified seed. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of …

One Organic Farmer’s Experiences

There are more and more consumers looking for organic products. So Stephanie Ho has a story looking at some of the concerns organic farmers need to keep in mind as they work on growing vegetables. Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …

Many Helping to Get Safe Food to Americans

While many Americans are being asked to shelter at home during this time, USDA wants to remind folks not to forget about the workers who are still out there making sure we all have access to food. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says not only are USDA inspectors making sure the food supply is safe, he sends special appreciation to all …

UGA Studying White Mold to Ensure Continued Sensitivity to Fungicides

By Clint Thompson White mold disease in peanuts has always been a problem for producers in the Southeast. University of Georgia plant pathologist Tim Brenneman is conducting research this year to see if the disease is developing resistance to the fungicides producers are already applying. “We’ve had about 25 years of exposure, and in some cases, heavy exposure. Where we’re …