Missouri Governor Mike Parson announced a ban on agricultural land purchases by citizens and businesses from six nations if the property is within ten miles of critical military facilities. Parson says he had countries like “China and other adversarial nations” in mind when issuing an executive order on the topic. The order puts the state Ag Department in charge of …
USDA Conservation Programs for Urban Producers
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) encourages agricultural producers and forest landowners across the Southeast to participate in voluntary conservation programs and adopt climate-smart practices in fiscal year 2024. NRCS is accepting applications for the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) and Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP), which help a wide variety of producers, including urban …
Adding Value in Foreign Markets
Value on the hoof correlates to value on the rail, the United States Meat Export Federation (USMEF) knows this best. Working closely with producers, livestock trade organizations, and the USDA, USMEF works hard to ensure that U.S. protein is found center-plate around the world. Access to foreign markets for U.S. red meat is vital for the livestock industry. Randy Spronk, …
Peanut Markets Moving Faster Than Normal
In the fourth month of peanut markets, stocks are moving faster than normal. Tyron Spearman has more on what this means for producers. 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 …
Keeping an Eye on the Grain and Livestock Trade
In this first full week of trading in 2024, Mark Oppold has a look at what traders are watching for in both the grain and livestock trade. 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 …
Upcoming Peanut Meetings and Events
Peanut producers have many upcoming opportunities to meet with fellow farmers and learn new things as we start the new year. Tyron Spearman has 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 …
National Debt Raises Concern
The increasing national debt is raising concerns for investors, Mark Oppold 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
Georgia Cotton Farmers Donate Socks to Homeless Shelters
On behalf of Georgia’s 3,500 cotton farming families, the Georgia Cotton Commission donated 12,000 pairs of socks to various homeless shelters across the state in December. Farmers delivered socks to the Albany Rescue Mission, Jackson County Family Connection in Jefferson; Lowndes Associated Ministries to People in Valdosta; the Southwest Georgia Housing Opportunities in Columbus; The Sparrow’s Nest in Athens; North Georgia …
SLE Judging Contest Registration Opens Today
Registration for teams interested in competing in the Southeastern Livestock Expo’s (SLE) Livestock judging contest opens today. Reid McGuire, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Director of Field Services 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 …
Dairy Price Outlook for 2024
The New Year allows us to look ahead at what’s to come and reflect on the previous year. The past year saw interesting prices across all sectors, with Dairy prices in 2023 ending on a low note. With that in mind, it’s important to look ahead at what 2024 can offer producers. Katie Burgess, Director of Risk Management for Ever.Ag, …