The markets are closed today, but as Mark Oppold reports, the main focus this holiday shortened week will most likely be on the 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 of …
Applications Open for Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program
Applications are open for Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Alltech recently announced applications are now open for the Women in Food & Agriculture Mentorship Program. Now in its third year, the free-to-join program matches applicants based on their preferences, which can include gender of mentor, areas of expertise, language, and …
Secretary Vilsack on the Fiscal Year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill
(USDA/WASHINGTON, Dec. 23, 2022) — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack released the following statement after the U.S. Senate and U.S. House passed the fiscal year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations Bill, sending to President Biden’s desk several crucial investments to advance the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) priorities for rural America: “As we wrap up a successful year advancing USDA’s priorities to build more, …
Georgia Peanut Commission Sponsoring Upcoming Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl
By Clint Thompson The upcoming Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl is not just an opportunity for the Georgia Bulldogs to advance to the National Championship game. It provides the Georgia Peanut Commission another chance to do what it does best – promote Georgia peanuts. Joy Crosby, assistant executive director with the Georgia Peanut Commission, discusses the importance of her organization promoting such …
Christmas on the Farm
Today, Mark Oppold brings us a special Christmas poem he wrote simply titled, “Christmas on the Farm”. 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
A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer
As we celebrate Christmas again this year, Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman brings back an old favorite, “A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer” written by S. Omar Barker. A COWBOY’S CHRISTMAS PRAYERby S. Omar Barker (1895-1985) I ain’t much good at prayin’,and You may not know me, Lord —For I ain’t much seen in churches,where they preach Thy Holy Word.But you may have …
NASS 2021 Organic Survey Results
What state and products lead in organic production? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) this month released the results of the 2021 Organic Survey. The survey showed total sales of $11.2 billion in organic products, which is an increase of $1.28 billion, or 13%, from 2019. There were …
Federal Omnibus Deal Fails to Include Farm Labor Act
On Dec. 22, the U.S. Senate passed the omnibus appropriations bill. The $1.7 trillion measure would fund the federal government through the remainder of 2023. The measure now moves to the U.S. House of Representatives for a vote to avoid a government shutdown on the evening of Dec. 23. Much to the dismay of farm groups nationwide, the Senate Affordable …
Bike and Walking Trails Through Farming Communities Envisioned by Florida Senator
(NSF/TALLAHASSEE/December 22, 2022) — Senate President Kathleen Passidomo envisions bike and walking trails through farming communities and wildlife areas, linking her Southwest Florida community to the Coast-to-Coast Corridor across Central Florida. You can get great offers on a ladies electric bike and they provide the perfect way to tour the countryside this summer. For those ready to explore these scenic …
APC Working with USDA on Sustainability
When it comes to sustainability in the peanut industry, the American Peanut Council (APC) is working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Tyron Spearman explains how and why. To learn more visit www.sustainableuspeanuts.org. Peanut Growers: If you’d like to participate in this initiative, sign up now. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …