AL Grower Attends Beltwide Cotton Conference

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Florida, Georgia

Growers from across the cotton belt are at the 2011 Beltwide Cotton Conference here in Atlanta and one of those is Nick McMichen from Centre, Alabama, who told me he picks up a lot of great information at this event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …

Producers Encouraged to Attend AG Connect Expo Jan 8-10

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

The 2011 Ag Connect Expo is coming up January 8-10 at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta and show director, Sarah Mooney, says the show offers those in agriculture a unique atmosphere with a one-stop shop kind of experience. Those interested in attending can register online through the end of the show or onsite. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata …

The Effect of the Freezes on All FL Specialty Crops and Markets

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables, Weather

As we continue to keep you informed on the affects of our three December freezes, the following two reports have information from USDA experts regarding the impact on the grower and the consumer. USDA Meteorologist – Brad Rippey: Download Audio USDA Economist – Gary Lucier: Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst …

Using Video Games to Teach Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

The American Farm Bureau Federation Foundation is working to educate kids about agriculture through their enhanced version of My American Farm, an interactive, online educational program. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

GBB to Attend AFBF Meeting

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

The annual American Farm Bureau Federation annual meeting kicks off in Atlanta this weekend and Ashley Hughes with the Georgia Beef Board said they will have a booth there to help promote Georgia beef to all the attendees. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FL Producers Can Get BQA Certified on Line

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Florida, Livestock

Yesterday we had information about the BQA certification process and how a producer from Florida encourages everyone to go through it. Well today George Kempfer, who is also the Chairman of the Florida Beef Council, wants Florida producers to know they can go to floridacattlemen.org and go through the certification process. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, …

ACA Pleased with 2010 Legislative Issues

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Livestock

The regular session for the Alabama Legislature kicks off in less than two months but before it all begins Dr. Billy Powell with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association looks back at the 2010 sessions and how they were good for agriculture in the state. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: …

Questions on Planting Intentions

Randall Weiseman Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Peanuts, Soybeans

With cotton, corn, and soybean prices where they are right now, many are wondering what growers will be planting this year as Tyron Spearman also talks about the tight supplies for all 3 crops. Download Audio Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

UT’s Chris Main is 2011 Extension Cotton Specialist of the Year

Randall Weiseman Cotton

ATLANTA (January 5, 2010) – Chris Main, Ph.D., associate professor and Extension cotton specialist with the University of Tennessee, has been recognized by his peers from across the Cotton Belt as the 2011 Extension Cotton Specialist of the Year. Main received the award at the Extension cotton specialists annual banquet on Jan. 5 during the 2011 Beltwide Cotton Conferences in …