Despite challenges from COVID-19 and bad weather, higher commodity prices and government support have finally turned the tide around on year-over-year increases in Chapter 12 bankruptcies. The American Farm Bureau looked at data from the U.S. Courts from June 2020 through June 2021 and found there were 438 Chapter 12 bankruptcy filings, down 24 percent. The number of Chapter 12 …
Artichoke is an Exotic Plant, and a Tasty, Gourmet Treat to Grow
How to begin growing a tasty, gourmet treat right at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. There’s nothing better than tasting an artichoke in its freshest form. They are hard to find in season at your local grocery, and when they are, they are often in bad shape. So why not try growing them right at home. …
Livestock Market Report Week Ending 8-20-2021
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended August 20, 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 20, 2021, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 13,100 head compared to 15,443 last week and …
Non-Tariff Trade Barrier Request
The U.S. Peanut Federation is looking for help concerning a non-tariff trade barrier issue with peanuts. Tyrion Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June …
Disappointed with EPA Chlorpyrifos Rule Announcement
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced this week it is revoking all “tolerances” for chlorpyrifos, which establish an amount of a pesticide that is allowed on food. The agency will issue a Notice of Intent to Cancel under the Federal Insecticide, Fungicide, and Rodenticide Act to cancel registered food uses of chlorpyrifos. The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) is disappointed …
Milk Prices below Expectations, Could Go Lower Next Year
Earlier this month, it was announced that the June margin under the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program dropped 65 cents from May’s margin to $6.24/cwt, which will generate a June payment of $3.26/cwt for $9.50/cwt coverage. So dairy operators are getting the benefits of the DMC program this year, and according to a story from Gary Crawford, that may continue in 2022. …
CCQA Publishes Animal Care Reference Manual
Last week, the Calf Care & Quality Assurance (CCQA) program published the first volume of its Animal Care Reference Manual. The manual assists farmers and ranchers who raise different breeds of male and female calves intended for dairy and/or beef production systems. It encourages calf raisers to approach management decisions with thoughtfulness and an appreciation for the responsibility they have to their animals, …
GCC Encourages Producers to Attend Remaining Field Days
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) encourages producers to attend any of the remaining three field days to be held over the next month. Growers can interact with researchers and ask questions about issues pertinent to their farming operations. Topics typically center on variety selection, pest management, irrigation and precision agriculture. Taylor Sills, executive director of the Georgia …
BQA Certifications Continue Despite the Pandemic
For a period of time, the Covid-19 pandemic really affected the in-person Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) trainings across the country. But according to National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Executive Director of Producer Education and Sustainability, Josh White, many producers took part in the online training. The interactive online BQA training is available 24 hours a day, seven days a week. And White said there are …
Italian Eggplant Varieties to Grow on the Farm or Garden
The best Italian eggplant varieties to grow at home. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re in the market for some fun new seeds to add to your garden, consider popular Italian eggplant varieties to shake things up a bit! Galene’ is an Italian eggplant variety that is known for its exceptionally high yields. Nadia’ is another excellent …