august

Farmer Sentiment Recovers in May

According to the Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer, U.S. farmers’ outlook improved in May as the index rose to 108, marking a 9-point increase from April. The Index of Future Expectations rose 11 points to 117 and the Current Conditions Index was up 6 points. This survey was conducted from May 13-17, 2024.  The rise in crop prices played a …

Requesting Input for Climate-Smart Agriculture and Forestry Mitigation List

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) Climate Office is seeking input on its Climate-Smart Agriculture and Forestry Mitigation Activities List. Each year, the Climate Office reviews NRCS conservation activities (practices and enhancements) to recommend additions, removals, or to provide further detail for listed activities. The list guides eligibility for funds from the Inflation Reduction Act. While NRCS collects feedback throughout the …

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Taking Weather Premiums Out of Corn and Soybeans

Weather premiums have become a factor with both the corn and soybean trade. 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

Peanut Market Sees Decline

The peanut market has seen a recent decline in sales in the latest USDA report. Tyron Spearmon shares more. 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

GBB to Host BQA Session

The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) has an upcoming opportunity for producers to gain valuable Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) training. GBB Checkoff Programs Coordinator, Caitlin Jackson, shares 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 …

aca

AJCA Gears up for 18th Annual Round-Up

The Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association (AJCA) is getting ready for an exciting event July 18-21, 2024 in Montgomery, AL. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Field Services, Reid McGuire, shares more. 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 …

ALB Kicks Off Summer Promotion

The American Lamb Board is kicking off their summer lamb promotion. Listen below to learn more about how you can get involved! 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 …

ag safety

Make Ag Safety a Priority

Making ag safety a priority. That’s coming up on This land of Ours. Accidents will happen, and taking the extra time to plan safety precautions can save lives. The agriculture industry is filled with risk, injury, and danger at about every turn. Cultivating Caution is a monthly webinar series exploring the latest research, recommendations, and tips for staying safe and …

severe weather

Many Severe Weather Events in May

With June here, many folks across the country hope this month is not a repeat of May. As Mark Oppold reports, there were many severe weather events.  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 …

meat trade

Traceability Programs See Increased Interest from Livestock Group

Livestock groups across the country are showing increased interest in livestock traceability programs. Gene Noem, a member of the U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Executive Committee shares more on the importance of traceability in marketing U.S. animal protein. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New …