Farmland Values Stable, but Risks to Outlook Remain

Farmland values in the Federal Reserve’s Tenth District held steady in the fourth quarter of 2018 despite risks to ongoing stability, according to the Kansas City Fed’s quarterly Agricultural Credit Survey. While demand for farmland remained relatively strong across the district, weaknesses in the crop sector continued to dampen the overall agricultural economy. The report says that risks to the …

Farm Income Down 20-Straight Quarters

The Midwest and the Mid-South parts of the country saw farm income decline in the fourth quarter of 2018. In spite of the pressure on farm incomes, the value of quality farmland, ranchland, and pastureland rose. Those observations come from the latest Agricultural Finance Monitor, which is published by the Federal Reserve Bank of St. Louis. The 22 agricultural banks …

Adjustments in Meat Production and Price Estimates

What were some of the reasons behind changes in USDA’s latest outlooks for meat production and prices? Rod Bain has a story that answers that question. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Seth Meyer discusses USDA’s latest look at dairy production and price estimates. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle …

How to Plant Your Own Orchids

There are different ways to grow orchids. Cathy Isom continues her series on these beautiful flowers by telling you how to plant your very own orchids. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The orchid range is vast, and their growing requirements are diverse. Choose a site where the temperature will be around 75 to 80 degrees Fahrenheit during …

Smith Speaks to Alabama Cattlemen

Today is the final day of the 76th Annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Convention and Trade Show at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex (BJCC) in Birmingham. One of the speakers yesterday was new President-Elect of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), Marty Smith from Florida. Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman talked with him. The sold-out trade show is open today from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 …

Alabama Lt. Governor Speaks to Cattlemen

A good crowd is on hand for the 76th Annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Convention and Trade Show at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex. One of the speakers during the ACA board of directors luncheon was Alabama Lt. Governor Will Ainsworth. Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman briefly talked with him afterwards. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …

South Florida’s Water Politics Raising Questions

By Gary Cooper One of several bombshells dropping at last week’s South Florida Water Management District (SFWMD) governing board meeting was the resignation of district executive director Ernie Marks.  In the audio clip below, Governing Board Member and Vice Chair Brandon Tucker echoed the feelings of several other board members about Marks’ resignation:  There was no quorum at last week’s …

Lower Average Peanut Yield

The final 2018 peanut production numbers indicate a lower yield for last year’s crop. Tyron Spearman has the details. 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 Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026

Summary of the 2018-19 Florida Bull Test & Bull Sale

The 2018-19 Florida Bull Test Sale was held last month at the University of Florida, North Florida Research and Education Center (NFREC) in Marianna. And according to Beef Nutrition Specialist Nicolas DiLorenzo, they had an excellent turnout and a very dynamic sale of 59 bulls from 4 different breeds. And despite the impact of Hurricane Michael on NFREC facilities and the community, the …