By Clint Thompson Fertilizer prices may be at an all-time high but that shouldn’t automatically compel row crop producers to try to cut back on certain nutrients. This is important to consider since commodity prices remain advantageous for farmers, says Glen Harris, University of Georgia (UGA) Professor and Extension Agronomist in Environmental Soil and Fertilizer. “Everybody wants to know where …
Georgia Legislative Issues Starting to Take Shape
Week three of the 2022 Georgia State Legislative Session has been another busy one, as lawmakers continue to debate a variety of issues in Atlanta. Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President Will Bentley told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman things are starting to take shape as they move through the session. Bentley also would like to pass along a reminder that the …
Best Herbs to Keep Your Chickens in Tip Top Shape
The best herbs to keep your chickens in tip top shape. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Herbs are not only helpful for humans, but they can keep your chicken coop parasite-free while improving the health of your flock. There are several herbs that are considered the best for chickens. Lavender is one of them because of its …
Tannenbaum Named FSA State Executive Director for Florida
The Biden Administration announced more appointments to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) regional positions, including some Farm Service Agency (FSA) State Executive Directors. One of those named today was Deborah Tannenbaum, who has been appointed FSA State Executive Director for Florida. Most recently, Tannenbaum served as the Deputy Commissioner of Agriculture at the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer …
Ag Labor Discussed at AG Employer Workshop
The United States Peanut Federation (USPF) recently held an Agricultural Employer AG Labor Roundtable in Albany, Georgia. Tyron Spearman reports that discussions included the difference in mandatory wages for H2A labor versus H2B labor, and how far in advance producers must apply for their labor needs. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
FCA Pleased with ‘Boots on the Hill’ Event
As the 2022 Florida Legislative Session continues, many Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) members across the state were able to take part by attending their annual “Boots on the Hill” event last week. FCA Director of Field Services, Dusty Holley, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman that despite Covid, it was all in all a very successful event. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL …
USDA to Conduct First National Agroforestry Survey
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will conduct the first-ever National Agroforestry Survey. The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is mailing the survey to 11,000 farmers and ranchers next week to gather information on agroforestry practices used for climate, conservation and production. NASS Agricultural Statistics Board Chair, Joe Parsons, explains the various agroforestry practices that will be part of this …
Poultry Industry on High Alert for Avian Influenza
In the wake of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) being found in wild birds in the U.S., poultry producers here in the Southeast and across the country are asked to be on high alert. Gary Crawford has more details. HPAI is a serious disease and requires rapid response because it is highly contagious and often fatal to chickens. APHIS works with its federal, state, …
‘Heartland’ Water Funding Plan Backed
(TALLAHASSEE/NSF/January 26, 2022) — A Senate panel Wednesday approved a plan that would provide $20 million a year to help protect the headwaters of waterways in Central Florida, despite continued concerns from environmental groups about the source of the money. The Senate Agriculture, Environment and General Government Appropriations Subcommittee approved the bill (SB 1400), sponsored by Sen. Danny Burgess, R-Zephyrhills. …
Create a Chicken Garden to Keep Your Feathered Friends Healthy
How to create a chicken garden to keep your feathered friends healthy, and also away from your harvest. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A chicken garden is a great way to supplement your chickens’ diets while keeping them busy and away from your garden. Place your chicken garden in an area where they have easy access to, …