The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced Wednesday that the Dominican Republic (DR) has confirmed cases of African swine fever (ASF). The cases were confirmed as part of a cooperative surveillance program between the U.S. and the DR. The U.S. remains free of ASF, which is an animal disease affecting only pigs with no human health implications. USDA notes there …
Grant Application Deadline Nearing for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is offering up to $4 million in grants for the development of urban agriculture and innovative production projects. USDA’s Office of Urban Agriculture and Innovation Production is accepting proposals for planning and innovation projects, and these grants are part of USDA’s broader efforts to support urban agriculture. But, the deadline to apply on Grants.gov is 11:59 …
Vegetables to Grow for Herbivore Pets and Companions
The parbest vegetables to grow for Herbivore pets and companions. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you have herbivore pets such as rabbits, small rodents, tortoises, or parakeets, then you know they eat a lot of plants. When you’re planning a food garden to feed your entire family, it’s important to also plant species that your non-human companions …
U.S. Peanut Export Update
U.S. peanut exports have done well in some areas, but according to Tyron Spearman, overall export numbers are down. 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 ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Beef for Generations
Evelyn Greene, president of the American National Cattlewomen’s Association (ANCW) and her husband, Dr. Wayne Greene, head of the Department of Animal Sciences at Auburn University’s College of Agriculture, have penned an article titled “Beef for Generations”. It’s about the negative effects of a growing campaign to take beef (and meat in general) off the table. They say the nation …
GCC Reminds Growers About Upcoming Field Days
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) reminds producers about multiple upcoming field days throughout Georgia. Taylor Sills, executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, said the field days, coordinated by University of Georgia Cooperative Extension, will be held in August and September. “There’s going to be the annual Midville row-crop field day over at the experiment station in …
Agriculture Secretary on Improving Ag Transportation Infrastructure
Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack is emphasizing the importance of broad rural infrastructure improvements in efforts to build up rural communities and their commodities. He explains the competitive price advantage U.S. farmers and ranchers have as a result of our nation’s transportation system. But, he explains why the upgrade to our agricultural transportation network and infrastructure is needed. Vilsack notes the …
House Agriculture Committee Approves WHIP+ Reauthorization
There are several farm disaster relief bills in various stages of development on Capitol Hill this week, one being the reauthorization for WHIP+ in 2020 and 2021. Tuesday, the House Agriculture Committee approved that bill and sent it to the full House for consideration. Earlier this month, we ran a story where House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott, a Democrat from Georgia, talked …
Pretty Plants that Repel Biting Bugs
Some pretty plants that repel biting bugs. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Strongly scented plants have the ability to send pesky biting bugs like mosquitoes and flies packing. Grow Basil on your patio table, or plant a drift of basil in the garden bed. It’s both insect-repelling and a culinary herb, so choose the variety that best suits …
Changes in Peanut Supply and Disappearance Numbers
A few changes were made to the latest Peanut Supply and Disappearance Report, and according to Tyron Spearman, USDA increased this year’s crop slightly. 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 …