The latest USDA Pasture and Rangeland Condition report show longer term dryness continuing their negative impacts in parts of the Plains and Midwest. But, USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes some of the regions of the country where very good to excellent pasture and rangeland condition ratings stand out. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle …
NPPC Statement on California Proposition 12 Implementation Modification
Proposition 12 was scheduled to be implemented in California on July 1st, but after concerns from many in the industry about various challenges, an extra six months of additional relief for products in the supply chain was granted. After this, National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) CEO Bryan Humphreys released a statement saying: “It is welcome news to America’s pig farmers and consumers …
USDA Reminds Producers to File Crop Acreage Reports by July 17
A deadline reminder for crop producers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Agricultural producers who have not yet completed their crop acreage reports after planting should make an appointment with their local USDA office before the applicable deadline, which for many places and crops is July 17. USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) also reminds producers with login access …
Emerging Leaders Received Training This Week
(NCC/MEMPHIS, TN/June 22, 2023) — Twelve U.S. cotton industry members were chosen for the National Cotton Council’s 2023 Emerging Leaders Program. Representing many of the industry’s segments were: PRODUCERS – Trey Beyer, Portland, Texas; Ryan Johnson, Wilmot, Ark.; Nick Marshall, Baker, Fla.; John Newby, Athens, Ala.; Ross Rayner, Goodyear, Ariz.; Will Sanford, Prattville, Ala.; and Blake Wilbur, Tulare, Calif.; GINNER …
Florida Cattlemen’s Association’s New President Looks to the Future
By Will Jordan Florida Cattlemen’s Association installed their new President this week in Marco Island during their annual convention. New president Pat Durden is a 7th-generation Florida rancher with 15 years of involvement in the FCA leadership. A background in commercial cow/calf and more recently Red Angus seedstock, Pat looks forward to his year of service. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …
Awards Presented at USA Peanut Congress
A variety of awards were presented during last week’s USA Peanut Congress. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funding Crucial For Forage DevelopmentMay 22, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding to Enhance Brahman …
Pleased with Alabama Agribusiness Council Annual Meeting
The Alabama Agribusiness Council (AAC) held their annual meeting this week in Orange Beach, Alabama. Grace Ellis, AAC executive director, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman it was a great week. One of the speakers at the AAC annual meeting was Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture, Rick Pate. He talked about the great team they have at the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries. Sponsored ContentFlorida …
June 30 is Deadline to Vote on Continuation of Georgia Beef Commission Check-Off
Beef producers across Georgia are being reminded that June 30, 2023 is the final day to get your votes in for the continuation of the Georgia Beef Commission Check-Off. The Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Beef was established in 2013 by the Georgia Legislature, and then Georgia beef producers first voted in 2014 to approve a marketing order. It established …
Low Water Levels Affecting Barge Traffic
While we’ve seen quite a bit of rain across most of the Southeast as of late, dry conditions continue in many areas farther north. And as Mark Oppold reports, that’s affecting barge traffic on the Mississippi River. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay …
Lamb Board Building Local Relationships
The continuing trend toward local food sourcing has put hometown butchers and specialty meat shops on the radar of likely lamb consumers. This month, the American Lamb Board (ALB) connected with 50 of these U.S. businesses through its new “Butcher Box” direct mail kit. The goal is to re-engage with this audience for long-lasting relationships that lead to increased sales of domestic …