The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released their annual Cattle Inventory Report, and it shows there were 86.7 million head of cattle and calves on U.S. farms as of January 1, 2025, which is down one percent from January 1, 2024. Other key findings in the report were: To obtain an accurate measurement of the current state of the U.S. cattle …
By Clint Thompson Peanut industry leaders in Alabama and Florida are expecting increased acres for the 2025 season. That may be the best management decision short term but could present challenges in the long term. Speaking at the Alabama-Florida Peanut Trade Show in Dothan, Alabama, on Thursday, Libbie Johnson, executive director of the Alabama Peanut Producers Association, expects her growers …
The Georgia Cotton Commission’s Trustees’ Awards were presented at the commission’s annual meeting on Wednesday, Jan. 29, at the University of Georgia (UGA) Tifton Campus Conference Center in Tifton, Georgia. The Trustees’ Awards are awarded to individuals who have dedicated themselves to the advancement of Georgia’s cotton industry. The recipients of this year’s Trustees’ Awards were Marvin Ruark and Johnny …
Week three of the 2025 Georgia State Legislative Session was busy one, according to Will Bentley, Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) president. He has information about the events of the week and about their Annual Meeting and Legislative Breakfast coming up next week. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research …
A new economic forecast is calling for a slowdown. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) continues to monitor the screwworm situation in Southern Mexico. Rusty Halvorson has an update. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service continues to monitor the screwworm situation in Southern Mexico. APHIS temporarily suspended livestock imports from Mexico after the discovery of NWS in November 2024 and has been collaborating with officials in Panama to …
Next week, farmers will have a chance to learn more about nutrition strategies. Mark Oppold has more information. To learn more, click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Barns differ in size and shape, and many still stand as a testament to America’s agriculture history. One of the largest barns still in use, a museum, is the Cooper Barn in Colby, Kansas. The largest round barn once used on a working farm still stands near Red Cloud, Nebraska, near …
(ADAI/Montgomery, AL/January 30, 2025) — Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate unveiled the state’s “Thank a Farmer” initiative during a press conference held at Ravello Ristorante in Montgomery. The new campaign aims to increase public appreciation for farmers and raise awareness about where our food comes from. The event also featured remarks from key community leaders, including Ravello’s Chef Nicholas Wyatt, local produce farmer Kelvin Anderson, and State Senator Will Barfoot. …
White mold was an issue for peanut growers again in 2024, and many are looking for ideas to help them fight it in 2025. Valent USA Territory Account Manager, John Altom, explains how Excalia herbicide can help growers with diseases like white mold. To learn more about Valent products for your peanut fields, click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …
