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NCBA Making Taxes a Top Priority

Dan Economy, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

With the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act expiring at the end of next year, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is kicking off a major push on tax policy for the year ahead. Rusty Halvorson has the story.  NCBA President Mark Eisele says he’s concerned about what he’s hearing from Capitol Hill regarding the possible future direction of tax policy. “I …

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Interest in Plant-Based Products is Cooling Off

Dan Beef, Marketing

Plant-based products started quickly in the grocery sector a few years ago. However, Supermarket News says that the market is beginning to settle and evolve.  The plant-based meat sector, a hot topic a few years ago, is currently experiencing growing pains. Fresh meat alternatives had volume sales of 36.9 million pounds for the 52 weeks ending on May 19. That’s …

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American Agriculture History Minute: Importance of Company Logos

Dan American Agriculture History Minute, This Land of Ours

I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Logos are an important part of any company’s identity. Leaping Deer of John Deere, Checkerboard Square of Ralston Purina. J.I.K. started his implement company in 1847. He wasn’t looking for a company logo at the time, only company sales to keep his company afloat. The Civil War broke out, drawing many …

Georgia Peanut Bank Week Celebrates Peanut Harvests

Clint Thompson Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC)

TIFTON, Ga – The Georgia Peanut Commission and Georgia Bankers Association have joined forces this week to promote the 48th annual Georgia Peanut Bank Week. Financial institutions and local banks across Georgia are offering a tribute to Georgia’s 4,000 peanut farm families and the sustainability they provide to Georgia’s state and local economies. The 2024 theme, “Hold yourself accountable . …

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UF/IFAS 2024 Beef & Forage Field Day is Thursday

Dan Beef, Cattle, Education, Florida

Cattle producers are invited to attend the University of Florida/IFAS 2024 Beef & Forage Field Day, at the North Florida Research and Education Center (NFREC) Beef Cattle Unit near Marianna, FL. on Thursday, October 24, 2024. The event will begin with a trade show, coffee, and registration at 8:00 AM Central Time, then field tours will start at 9:00 AM and …

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Cotton and Peanut Harvest Progress

Dan Cotton, Field Crops, Peanuts, USDA-NASS

According to the weekly crop report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), real harvest progress is being noted, helped by the good weather conditions.  USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey reports this week the condition of the cotton crop has improved. And that includes the Georgia crop, which of course took a major hit from Hurricane Helene.  And Rippey also has the latest on …

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October Beef Month Continues in Alabama

Dan Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Beef, Cattle

October Beef Month continues across Alabama, as various activities have taken place. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Consumer Outreach, Josie Jones, has more on that, and also told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman about a big event she attended last week. To learn more about October Beef Month, contact the ACA office in Montgomery at 334-265-1867. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted …

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Florida Beef Council Participates in Annual Conference

Dan Beef, Cattle, Florida, Florida Beef Council (FBC)

Last week, the Florida Beef Council (FBC) took part in the annual Partnership in Action Conference in Denver, Colorado. FBC Director of Beef Marketing and Promotion, DeAnne Maples, was there and says this was a great opportunity to learn from others. For more information on Beef Checkoff activities in Florida, contact the FBC office in Kissimmee.  Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers …

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Preparing for Macon Burger Week in Georgia

Dan Beef, Cattle, Georgia, Georgia Beef Board (GBB)

The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) staff has been working to get ready for a big event that starts next week. GBB Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin has all the information needed about the annual Macon Burger Week. 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 …

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Peanuts are Still Coming In

Dan Field Crops, Peanuts

Peanut deliveries to buying points across the Southeast continue. Tyron Spearman runs through some of the latest numbers, along with a reminder about some upcoming dates to be aware of. 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 …