Should the U.S. terminate the tomato suspension agreement with Mexico? This agreement is intended to keep Mexico from flooding the U.S. market with underpriced tomatoes, however, some industry leaders say it’s not working, and the agreement needs to be terminated so Mexico can be held accountable. Others worry that terminating the agreement and making Mexico pay duties or fines for …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 10-13-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended October 13, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended- October 13, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 15,979 head compared to 14,575 last week and …
Ag Economics Expert on Recession Expectations
An ag economics expert weighs in on the nation’s financial state.  Speaking at the recent Agri-Pulse Ag Outlook Forum, the head of RaboResearch Food & Agribusiness for North America, Roland Fumasi told attendees the nation’s economy could be heading into a recession. “But this is our House view. Right now. We are still expecting that the US will fall into …
Rancher Resilience Grant Helps Producer Attend CattleCon24
Cattle producers are being reminded about the Rancher Resilience Grant. It offers support to beef and dairy cattle producers by allowing them to attend CattleCon24 and Cattlemen’s College for free. The 2024 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show will be held in Orlando, FL. January 31-February 2, 2024. Eligibility for the grant depends on qualifications and application responses. The …
Sunbelt Expo: GCC Rooting for Bart Davis at Farmer of Year Luncheon
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) is rooting for one of its own during the Sunbelt Expo’s Southeastern Farmer of the Year luncheon on Tuesday, Oct. 17, in Moultrie, Georgia. Bart Davis, from Doerun, Georgia, is one of 10 farmers competing for the prestigious honor, which will be awarded on the first day of the three-day event next …
Dairy Checkoff’s Pizza Partnerships Growing Cheese Sales
Increasing cheese sales through pizza. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new dairy checkoff growth program with pizza partners is expected to drive a lot of additional cheese use during the rest of 2023. Paul Ziemnisky is Group EVP of Health and Wellness, Insights, and Innovation with Dairy Management Inc (DMI). He says the bulk of the …
The Cotton Board Names New
Southeast Regional Communication Manager
Long-Time Southeast RCM, Monty Bain, Announces Retirement (MEMPHIS, TN/October 12, 2023) —The Cotton Board has hired Daniel Radford as its new Southeast Regional Communication Manager (RCM). Raford’s territory includes: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Virginia. Radford will inherit the territory of The Cotton Board’s long-time Southeast RCM, Monty Bain, who announced his intention to retire in March …
USDA Cotton Report Shows All Cotton Down from 2022
All cotton production is forecast at 12.8 million 480-pound bales, down 2 percent from the previous forecast and down 11 percent from 2022. Based on conditions as of October 1, yields are expected to average 767 pounds per harvested acre, down 19 pounds from the previous forecast and down 183 pounds from 2022. All cotton area harvested is forecast at 8.02 million acres, unchanged from the previous forecast but up 10 percent from 2022. By October 1, eighteen percent …
U.S. Peanut Production Forecast Up 13 Percent
USDA has released their October crop production estimates, and the report notes the U.S. peanut crop is now expected to be down one percent from the previous forecast, but up 13 percent from 2022. Tyron Spearman runs through the new numbers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Hurricane Idalia Disaster Assistance Available for Florida Producers
Florida agricultural operations that were impacted by Hurricane Idalia and related weather events are being reminded there is technical and financial assistance available to help you recover. Producers should contact their local USDA Service Center to report losses and learn more about program options available to assist in their recovery from crop, land, infrastructure and livestock losses and damages. The Natural …