Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended August 27, 2021, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ending Aug 27, 2021, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 17,100 head compared to 13,096 last week and …
Good Prices for Cotton and Peanuts
While we are seeing good prices right now for both cotton and peanuts, Tyron Spearman reports with harvest time about here, the looming hurricane this weekend could affect some of those crops. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle …
John Deere Hay and Forage Equipment Delivers
When it comes to hay and forage equipment, John Deere has years of field experience to create equipment that delivers what you need. Chase Millam, marketing manager for hay and forage at John Deere, talked with Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman during the recent Cattle Industry Convention. They discussed a couple of pieces of equipment, including something brand new, the W235R Windrower (W235R …
Better Disease Surveillance of Animals May Help Prevent Future Pandemics
USDA has announced a proposed framework for a project that could help prevent future human pandemics stemming from diseases in animals. Gary Crawford has the story. Dr. Mike Watson, Associate Administrator of USDA’s Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service, saying that setting up an early warning system to detect diseases in animals that might threaten humans is a long term …
Dairy Donation Program Has Benefits
We told you Wednesday the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) had announced the establishment of a $400 million Dairy Donation Program (DDP). Under the DDP, eligible dairy organizations will partner with non-profit feeding organizations that distribute food to individuals and families in need. Deputy Agriculture Secretary Jewel Bronaugh explains what she sees as the benefits of the newly announced DDP. Under the …
One of the Earliest Cultivated Plants in Human History
The fruit tree that is thought to be one of the earliest cultivated plants in human history. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A date palm might not be most gardeners’ first choice when it comes to growing fruit. But for people in the right climate, growing dates is a brilliant choice. The trees are long-lived, produce a heavy …
Safety Tips for Flying Drones Offered by UF/IFAS Researchers
Some people view drones as toys, but they can be dangerous. In fact, about 1,000 people per year are injured from using drones incorrectly. To address the potential peril, two University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) researchers are offering ways to keep people from getting hurt while using drones. For legal advice on personal injury related to …
Breaking Down the Types of Peanuts Planted
A broker recently took a look at the breakdown of the types of peanuts producers are growing. Tyron Spearman reports on what those are. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied …
Merck Animal Health Announces WHISPER ON ARRIVAL
Merck Animal Health and Allflex Livestock Intelligence announced earlier this month the release of WHISPER® ON ARRIVAL. This breakthrough technology is the only precision tool on the market today that predicts which animals will benefit from treatment for the control of Bovine Respiratory Disease (BRD). Dr. Jason Nickell, manager of Professional Services for Allflex Livestock Intelligence, which is Merck Animal Health …
USDA Investing in Cooperative Agreements for Racial Justice and Equity
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced they will be investing up to $50 million in cooperative agreements to support historically underserved farmers and ranchers with climate-smart agriculture and forestry. The Racial Justice and Equity Conservation Cooperative Agreements are available to entities for two year projects that expand the delivery of conservation assistance to farmers who are beginning, limited …