WASHINGTON, D.C. (Feb. 19, 2020) – The 21 farm and ranch groups representing millions of U.S. farmers and ranchers are launching Farmers for a Sustainable Future (FSF), a coalition committed to environmental and economic sustainability. This coalition will serve as a primary resource for lawmakers and policymakers as they consider climate policies. The coalition will share with elected officials, media …
Concerns for Peanut Growers
During a recent event, one peanut specialist discussed concerns that growers from across the Southeast are having about this year’s crop. Tyron Spearman has the story. 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 …
UPL Providing Products for Southeast Growers
UPL North American is a global agriculture company specializing in innovative crop protection and life science brands. With more than 200 active ingredients, they have a well-integrated biological and chemical portfolio, providing complete solutions to growers, from seed to harvest. UPL Tech Service Representative for the Southeast, Richard Royal, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman they have become one of the …
Georgia County Cotton Production Meeting Continue
Cotton producers across Georgia have been attending the annual cotton production meetings over the past few weeks, where they have been able to hear about the latest in research efforts. Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) Executive Director Richey Seaton hopes producers who have missed out will attend a meeting near them. For more information contact your County Extension office. Sponsored ContentCIR …
E-Verify Sponsor Says Change Makes ‘Mockery’
(NSF) — A key Republican lawmaker who is pushing to require all Florida employers to do federal immigration background checks on new hires said Tuesday his bill has become a “mockery” of what the proposal should be. Sen. Tom Lee, R-Thonotosassa, wants his proposal to require all public and private employers in the state to use E-Verify, a federal program …
New Test Identifies Poisonous Mushrooms
(USDA/ARS) — A simple, portable test that can detect the deadliest of the mushroom poisons in minutes has been developed by Agricultural Research Service (ARS) scientists and their colleagues. Eating toxic mushrooms causes more than 100 deaths a year, globally, and leaves thousands of people in need of urgent medical assistance. Amanitin is the class of mushroom toxins that cause …
Corteva Provides Early Season Pasture Tips
During the recent Cattle Industry Convention, Corteva Agriscience had a chance to talk with producers about what can be done early in the season to improve their pastures. Range & Pasture Specialist for Corteva, Jacee May Allred, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman it’s good to scout early and often for those weeds. Learn more about new DuraCor herbicide and how …
Now Is the Time to Test Soil
By Clint Thompson Farmers need to take soil samples now to ensure essential nutrient levels in their fields. A lack of the right amount of a specific nutrient could cost growers who want to maximize their yields, according to Audrey Gamble, assistant professor and Extension specialist at Auburn University. She said soil testing is one of the easiest ways for …
Alabama Cotton Acreage Expected to Hold Steady
By Clint Thompson Steve Brown, Auburn University assistant professor and Extension cotton specialist, believes Alabama producers will once again produce around 500,000 acres of cotton this year. Speaking at last week’s Wiregrass Cotton Expo in Dothan, Alabama, Brown said he doesn’t expect a big shift from last year’s acreage that totaled 510,000, even with cotton prices less than ideal for …
Conservation at Work Video Series
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) has unveiled a new video series called “Conservation at Work.” It highlights common conservation practices which are basically real stories and real successes. Through farmers.gov, you can learn about the benefits of conservation practices directly from the farmers, ranchers and forestland owners applying them. There are a variety of featured videos covering topics like …