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Alabama Making Plans for 2022 Beef Checkoff Programs
October Beef Month continues across Alabama, as various promotions have been taking place. But next week, plans will be discussed for promotions that will take place next year. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says a task force will meet next week to discuss those plans. For more information, contact the ACA office in Montgomery. Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board …
Harvest of Cotton and Peanuts Continues
While the recent dry weather conditions have allowed the harvest of both cotton and peanuts to pick up, it also created favorable conditions for cotton crop development. But, USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes the percentage of cotton bolls opening around the country are still behind the 5-year averages. And Rippey notes there are also delays in harvest progress for peanuts. In Alabama, …
Reduced Forecast for Milk Production
The main story in dairy right now is USDA’s reduced forecast for milk production. Stephanie Ho has the details. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski has the latest outlook for dairy exports and prices. Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks Off Today
If the latest in agricultural technology is what you are looking for, then the Sunbelt Ag Expo is the place for you. For three days, starting today, they welcome visitors and exhibitors to attend the 43rd annual edition of “North America’s Premier Farm Show”. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Large Shrub or Small Tree Needing to Be on Every Gardeners Wish List
The large shrub or small tree that should be on every gardeners wish list. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When you hear the name witch hazel, you may think of skin care products. But this large shrub or small tree produces golden-yellow, ribbon-like flowers and releases a spicy scent when it blooms in the fall. Although they …
Alabama NRCS Signup Includes EQIP
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama recently announced their first program batching date for Fiscal Year 2022 Conservation Easements and Financial Assistance Programs. November 12, 2021 is the deadline to sign up for various programs. And NRCS Assistant State Conservationist for Programs in Alabama, Steve Musser, says this includes the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP). EQIP provides financial and technical assistance to …
USDA Unveils New Climate Partnership Initiative, Requests Public Input
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is committed to partnering with agriculture, forestry and rural communities to develop climate solutions that strengthen rural America. Thus, they are requesting public comments on a new climate partnership initiative designed to create new revenue streams for producers via market opportunities for commodities produced using climate-smart practices. USDA will support a set of pilot …
Georgia NRCS and Georgia Conservancy, Inc. Announce Project Sign-Up Deadline
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia and the Georgia Conservancy Inc. wants landowners in the state to know that a sign up for the Georgia Sentinel Landscape Project is underway. The deadline for eligible producers to apply is November 5, 2021. This state project is funded through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), and was developed in conjunction with …
Farmers for Free Trade Roundtable Talks Trade, New Market Opportunities
Farmers for Free Trade recently held a virtual roundtable with officials from different segments of agriculture and the food supply chain to talk about trade and the need for new trade agreements. While the Biden Administration spent time evaluating current trade agreements, different ag groups are pushing the White House to open up new trade opportunities. Doug Chapin is a …