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Georgia Legislature Working on Bills of Interest to Livestock Producers

The 2025 Georgia State Legislative Session continues in Atlanta as lawmakers discuss various bills. Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President Will Bentley looks at a couple of those that are of interest to livestock producers. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle …

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Report Indicates Lower Peanut Stocks

The latest Peanut Stocks and Processing Report from USDA indicates stocks are lower. And according to Tyron Spearman, product numbers are also down. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida …

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Trump Postpones Tariffs on Canada and Mexico

Thursday, President Trump announced a reversal on tariffs that had gone into effect earlier in the week on Canadian and Mexican goods. The granted temporary tariff exemptions are for goods covered by the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) until April 2nd.  This is all due to the widespread concerns about the impact a broader trade war will have on the U.S. economy. The Associated Press …

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Time Change Coming This Weekend

Early this Sunday morning, we officially spring forward an hour as Daylight Savings Time will begin. Mark Oppold has a look at the history of this time change event. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides …

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Farmer Sentiment Rises in February

The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer climbed to 152 in February, 11 points higher than January. An improvement in the current situation on U.S. farms drove the stronger sentiment among producers. The Current Conditions Index hit 137, 28 points higher than January. The Future Expectations Index rose only three points in February to 159.  This month’s Current Conditions Index …

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APHIS Conducting Tabletop Exercises

The USDA Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) has been conducting tabletop exercises. According to a story from Rusty Halvorson, these are to prepare for a possible animal disease outbreak. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

China

Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation

The U.S. agricultural sector has expressed strong concerns following the President’s decision to impose tariffs on Canada, Mexico, and China. Industry leaders warn that these measures could have significant repercussions for American farmers and agribusinesses. Rob Larew, President of the National Farmers Union, emphasized the potential economic fallout, stating, “We’re already grappling with significant financial uncertainty, and these tariffs only …

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American Agriculture History Minute: Development of Factory-Made Agricultural Equipment

I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Prior to the 1800s, most of the tools and equipment farmers and ranchers used were handmade. The growing use of factory-made agricultural equipment increased farmer production and encouraged more commercial farming. These developments included: That’s today’s American Agriculture History Minute. I’m Mark Oppold. Thanks for reading. I’ll see you next time. …

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Tariffs Will Impact the Peanut Industry

The tariffs put in place by President Trump that went into effect this week will impact the U.S. peanut industry. Tyron Spearman explains how. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied …