By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) encourages producers to participate in the Pandemic Cover Crop Program, which is an insurance premium benefit for growers with cover crops. Farmers are eligible for coverage under most crop insurance policies for a premium benefit from the U.S. Department of Agriculture if they planted cover crops during this crop year. “Georgia’s cotton …
Essential Steps for Starting Your First Vegetable Garden
Some essential steps for starting your first vegetable garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Vegetable gardening at home can be a way to save money while you get up close and personal with nature. For example, even just one plant can be super affordable – about 3 to 5 dollars and can provide up to 10 pounds of …
Florida Immigration Fight to be Heard in September
(NSF/June 6, 2021) — A federal appeals court will hear arguments in September in Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody’s challenge to immigration-enforcement moves by the Biden administration. The 11th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has scheduled arguments the week of Sept. 20 in Miami, according to court documents. Moody went to the appeals court last month after U.S. District Judge …
Positive U.S. Export Numbers
The latest export numbers indicates good news for U.S. agricultural producers. Tyron Spearman has the details. 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 Board Encourages Research …
USDA Offering Compost and Food Waste Reduction Agreements
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced the availability of up to $2 million for local governments to host Community Compost and Food Waste Reduction (CCFWR) pilot projects for fiscal year 2021. The cooperative agreements support projects that develop and test strategies for planning and implementing municipal compost plans and food waste reduction plans and they are part of …
USDA Investing in the Nation’s Emergency Food System
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced late last week an investment of up to $1 billion, including $500 million in American Rescue Plan funding, in The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). The new program will support and expand the emergency food network so states, food banks and local organizations can reliably serve their communities. That’s USDA Deputy Under Secretary …
Market Reporting Resources for Livestock Producers
Outreach continues on new USDA resources available to livestock producers to assist in marketing decisions and price discovery. Rod Bain reports. 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 …
Sunflowers are Bold, Beautiful Blooms Needed in the Garden
The bold, beautiful blooms you need in your garden. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Sunflowers commonly sprout up as buttery yellow and vibrant golds. But, another variety, with deep red petals that appear brown, is the Chocolate Sunflower. And, they provide show-stopping bold and beautiful blooms that you will want to add to your garden. They are great as …
Livestock Market Report Week Ending 6-4-2021
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended June 4, 2021, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week ending June 04, 2021, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 10,900 head compared to 11,367 last week and …
Gary Black Launches Senate Campaign
Asks GOP Convention: “Are You Satisfied or Sickened by Liberal Agenda of Inflation, High Gas Prices, Erosion of Constitution?” JEKYLL ISLAND, GA – Gary Black, GA’s Agriculture Commissioner who received more votes than any candidate for U.S. Senate or Governor in 2018 and 2014, launched his campaign for the U.S. Senate seat currently held by Raphael Warnock. “Warnock and Biden …