I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The history of agriculture in the United States, of course, goes back to the first English settlers. In colonial America, agriculture was the primary livelihood for 90% of the population. In fact, most towns were shipping points for the export of agricultural products. Most farms were geared toward production for the …
Nominations are currently being accepted for this year’s Peanut Efficiency Award. Tyron Spearman has more 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
With the market closed tomorrow, traders have varying conditions to consider as they look ahead. Mark Oppold has more 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
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. After the Louisiana Purchase in 1803 and the American victory in the War of 1812, plus the building of canals and the introduction of steamboats, new opportunities opened up in agriculture. And in times of rapid economic growth, a farmer could still improve the land he was on for far more …
The US Meat Export Federation hosted a trade seminar in Ghana with the aim of bringing together US red meat exporters with buyers from twelve African nations. During the two-day event, importers and exporters held direct meetings, heard presentations from USDA, USMEF and representatives from the US Cattle industry, as well as successful African meat businesses. Matt Copeland USMEF Africa …
As the tariff discussions continue, the impact on agricultural crops is of concern for many in the southeast. As USDA released the latest World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates report this month, USDA Chief Economist Seth Meyer shares the considerations that tariffs had in these estimates and the impacts on global cotton markets. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
The Florida Legislature is considering nearly 2,000 bills this session with many impacting the livestock industry. We caught up with Sam Ard, Director of Government Affairs with Florida Cattlemen’s Association for an update on the funding for the Cattle Enhancement Board. Ard also provided an update on the Florida Farm Bill’s progress. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
By Clint Thompson Though still early, according to Scott Monfort, University of Georgia (UGA) Extension peanut agronomist, peanut plantings have begun in fields in South Georgia. The Georgia Peanut Commission and UGA Peanut Team advise growers about what to consider when planting this year’s crop. “The primary thing to think about right now is getting a good start. Getting a …
A few legislative leaders have been listening to farmers and are making it a priority to help because of the current conditions many are facing. Tyron Spearman has more 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 …
The Cattle on Feed Report this month will be released a day earlier than normal. Mark Oppold explains why and what some of the early thoughts are for the numbers here in April. 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 …
