Despite upward adjustments in beef production for this year and next, a year over year tightening of beef supplies is still forecasted. Rod Bain has the story. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses the recent price forecast adjustments, which are up for steers in 2023 and 2024. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In our weekly “Around the State with Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate”, filling in for the Commissioner this week is Amy Belcher, Communications Director for the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries. And Amy, I understand you are going to share information about an event held last week that promoted ag education. Click here to learn more about Alabama Agriculture in the Classroom. That’s our …
USDA Seeks Fiscal Year 2024 Suggestions for Plant Protection Projects
The USDA wants suggestions for some of next year’s projects. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS) seeks input for fiscal year 2024 Plant Protection Act funding to protect American agriculture and natural resources. The open period for submitting suggestions for Plant Pest and Disease Management and Disaster Prevention Program (PPDMDPP) …
AgNet Weekly: Rep John Duarte on Dignity Act
We spoke last month with Congressman John Duarte of California when he was one of only two Republicans to vote against H.R. 2, the Secure the Border Act. He has now given his support to the Dignity Act and we catch up with him this week to find out why he feels it is the right approach to immigration. Each …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 06-16-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended June 16, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended June 16, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 15,800 head compared to 11,761 last week and …
National Peanut Board Working with Culinary Institute
We told you yesterday about a new promotion being conducted by the National Peanut Board (NPB). Today, Tyron Spearman provides information about a NPB efforts where they are working with the Culinary Institute of America (CIA). Peanut-Stuffed Poblano Peppers Ingredients Peppers 4 poblano peppers1 tablespoon peanut oil½ yellow onion, diced3 cloves garlic, minced (approximately 1 tablespoon)1 (15.5oz) can fire-roasted diced tomatoes1 (15.5 oz) can …
Senate Bill Will Address Prop 12
Kansas Senator Roger Marshall will introduce a bill designed to address California’s Prop 12, which was recently upheld by the Supreme Court. The Hagstrom Report says Marshall’s bill would stop states from enacting laws that affect agricultural production in other states. The Ending Agricultural Trade Suppression (EATS) Act will preserve the right of states and local governments to regulate agriculture …
Storm Aftermath: UGA Extension Cotton Specialist Discusses Hail Damage
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission and University of Georgia (UGA) Cotton Team are providing guidance to producers impacted by hail damage from the storms this week. Camp Hand, UGA Extension cotton agronomist, focused on the steps that growers need to take over the next week in surveying the aftermath. “I have been getting pictures from agents and growers …
Farmers Take Their Message to Washington D.C.
Farmers take their message to Washington D.C. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Farmers from around the nation were recently in Washington D.C. to meet with lawmakers and discuss priorities for the 2023 farm bill. The American Farm Bureau Federation Advocacy Fly-In was attended by more than 150 farmers and ranchers. Agriculture Committee leaders spoke before the group …
DeSantis Axes $510 Million from Florida Record State Budget
(NSF/TALLAHASSEE, FL/June 15, 2023) — Gov. Ron DeSantis trimmed $510.9 million from a record-high state spending plan signed Thursday, with nearly one-fifth of the cuts coming from a single program designed to keep swaths of rural property from commercial and residential development. While DeSantis didn’t give any explanation for projects he slashed for the fiscal year that begins July 1, …