American Agriculture Enters a New Century In the early 1900s, American agriculture continued to expand and diversify as the nation entered a new era of scientific research and modernization. Farmers across the country were adopting new practices aimed at improving productivity, restoring soil health, and strengthening regional agricultural economies. This period marked an important transition, as innovation increasingly guided farm …
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission’s annual meeting is an important event every January, as it provides valuable insight for growers who are just a few months away from planting that year’s crop. This year was not any different. In fact, the significance of this year’s meeting cannot be overstated. Following last year’s historic low acres and producers having …
Senators Push for Additional Farm Assistance in Continuing Resolution Momentum is building in Washington for additional financial support for farmers as economic pressures continue to mount across the agricultural sector. Following last week’s report that 56 agricultural groups had urged Congress to act, two influential U.S. Senators are now publicly pushing for expanded assistance to be included in the upcoming …
USDA Issues New Update on U.S. Peanut Production and Supply Outlook The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released a new update on peanut production and supply across the country, showing a significant increase in output compared to the previous year. According to USDA, total peanut production for the most recent crop year is now estimated at 7.2 billion pounds, or …
Bipartisan Senators Urge USDA to Reinstate Prevented Planting Crop Insurance Coverage A bipartisan group of 19 U.S. senators has sent a letter to U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins requesting that the U.S. Department of Agriculture reinstate additional crop insurance coverage options for acres prevented from being planted. The senators argue that the change has removed a critical risk management …
USDA Releases January 2026 Beef and Cattle Price and Production Outlook The U.S. Department of Agriculture has released its Beef and Cattle Price and Production Outlook for January 2026, offering updated projections that reflect ongoing tight cattle supplies and continued strength in cattle prices. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski outlined the latest adjustments, highlighting the impact of heavier …
Cattle on Feed and Cold Storage Reports Support Cattle Markets Cattle markets continue to find underlying support as tightening supplies and steady red meat demand shape expectations heading into spring. The latest monthly Cattle on Feed Report, combined with insights from the monthly Cold Storage Report, reinforces a constructive outlook for both the cash cattle market and futures trade. As …
A Shift from Hand Power to Horsepower The 1870s marked a pivotal decade in American agriculture, often called the first major agricultural revolution. Farmers began moving from traditional hand tools to horsepower, boosting productivity and efficiency across the nation. This transition laid the foundation for modern mechanized farming and reshaped how Americans cultivated and managed their land. Innovations That Transformed …
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is reminding members to register soon for its upcoming annual convention, set to take place March 6–7 in Mobile, Alabama. With early bird specials nearing their end and hotel rooms filling quickly, organizers are encouraging cattle producers to secure their spot as soon as possible. Erin Beasley with the ACA shared details on registration options …
The Georgia Beef Board has announced a new partnership with the Dairy Alliance, marking a collaborative effort to strengthen messaging and outreach across the beef and dairy sectors. The announcement was shared following a recent dairy conference in Savannah, where leaders highlighted the shared values and goals of both industries. Wyatt Doolittle with the Georgia Beef Board shared details on …
