(AFF) — Alabama farmers who sell directly to consumers, schools and restaurants are finding innovative ways to move products while following social distancing recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). Numerous Sweet Grown Alabama member farmers are utilizing social media and websites so consumers can place online orders. Farmers have also added delivery service and drive-thru pick-up …
Perdue: USDA Actively Monitoring Commodity Markets
(NAFB) — Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue says the Department of Agriculture is “actively monitoring all commodity markets and the flow of food.” The comments on Twitter come as a reply to industry requests last week that USDA protects commodity markets from manipulation. Perdue says, “We are paying special attention to the difference in prices from the farm gate to the …
USMEF Applauds Expanded Access to China
(NAFB) — A recent move to expand pork and beef access to China will benefit U.S. producers and exporters, according to the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). The Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service recently updated its Export Library for China to reflect expanded access for U.S. beef and pork. The changes were among the provisions negotiated in …
Vidalia® Onions Set to Ship April 16
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Announces Official Pack Date for 2020 (GDA) — For Vidalia® onion fans, spring doesn’t officially start until the iconic vegetable ships to stores around the country. This year, the Georgia Department of Agriculture and the Vidalia Onion Committee have set April 16, 2020, as the official pack date for America’s favorite sweet onion. “Along with the Vidalia Onion …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Monitoring Current Conditions
In response to the growing concerns of Covid 19, many in agriculture are seeing changes made to various aspects of daily life, and that includes those in the cattle industry. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Director, Erin Beasley, says they continue to monitor what is happening. For questions or concerns, contact Beasley at the ACA office at ebeasley@bamabeef.org or (334) …
Georgia Cattle Producers Urged to Sign Up for Block Grants
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is currently accepting online applications for the Farm Recovery Block Grants program from farmers and forest landowners affected by Hurricane Michael. Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) Executive Vice President, Dale Sandlin, wants producers to know GDA has posted the veterinarian certification of damage information to the farm recovery website. Georgia farmers and forest landowners …
Georgia Cotton Issues Discussed in Washington
Before the height of the coronavirus and the U.S. Senate and House of Representatives shutting down their offices to visitors, a few folks from Georgia made a trip to our nation’s capital. Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) Executive Director, Richey Seaton, explains some of what was discussed. For more information, can contact the GCC office in Perry. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Beef Checkoff’s Support for Beef Demand Continues: An Update
As I watch television news reports from my ranch and listen to radio broadcasts in my truck while checking on cattle, I see the impact that COVID-19 is having on our economy, including the stock market and cattle markets. And, as a beef producer, I know firsthand how frustrating this situation is for cattlemen and women across the country. Certainly, …
Secretary Sonny Perdue’s National Agriculture Day Message
Today, March 24th, is National Agriculture Day. It’s a day when producers, agricultural associations, corporations, universities, government agencies and countless others across America gather to recognize and celebrate the abundance provided by American agriculture. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture, Sonny Perdue, says our farmers are resilient. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Shrubs to Make Your Spring Garden Shine
Cathy Isom gives you a bit of information about some amazing shrubs to make your Spring garden shine. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Your Spring garden will shine when these gorgeous shrubs begin blooming. Many of them have beautiful foliage that is variegated or evergreen, so they will continue to add some color to your yard even …