After much deliberation and reviewing all options, the Georgia Beef Expo committee elected to cancel the 2021 Georgia Beef Expo that was scheduled for April 2-3 in Perry. Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin says this was the most prudent course of action for that event. Another event that has been on the calendar for some time will …
Fried on International Trade Commission Vote on Imported Blueberries
(FDACS) — The U.S. International Trade Commission (ITC) ruled that blueberries were not being imported into the United States in such quantities as to harm the domestic blueberry industry nationwide. Earlier this month, Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried testified before the ITC that Mexico’s market share for blueberries had skyrocketed 2,100 percent since 2009, while Florida’s market share decreased 38 percent since 2015, indicating …
Nutrition Management Program Yields Results
University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) researchers have found that following nutrition and irrigation guidelines designed for a specific grove will help growers promote tree health and produce high-quality citrus. Last year, UF/IFAS scientists offered Florida growers a unique nutritional counseling program, commonly referred to as the nutrition box program. It provides free soil and leaf …
AEM Releases January Sales Report
Farm tractor and combine unit sales start the year continuing growth in the U.S., according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). AEM reports U.S. total farm tractor sales rose 24.7% in January compared to 2020, while U.S. combine sales grew a significant 76.8%. U.S. unit sales grew across all segments, with the biggest gains continuing …
Heart-Shaped Houseplants Spread Love on Valentine’s Day
How to spread the love of some heart-shaped houseplants on Valentine’s Day. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. And if you’re planning to have a date this V-day, then you may click here now to find the perfect date for you! Instead of a one-and-done vase of fresh blooms, express your love in a more everlasting way with …
Big Announcements During Georgia Legislative Session
Week five of the 2021 Georgia State Legislative Session was another busy one for lawmakers. According to Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President Will Bentley, that included some big announcements. To keep track of activities during the 2021 legislative session, go to the GAC website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, …
Agriculture Makes Gains in Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions
American farmers and ranchers are producing more food, fibers, and renewable fuels while using fewer resources and more efficient management tactics. The American Farm Bureau Federation’s latest Market Intel reviews trends in U.S. carbon sequestration as climate-smart farming practices increase. It reveals that U.S. carbon sinks offset 12% of U.S. greenhouse gas emissions and sequester 764 million metric tons during …
Making Decisions on Peanut Acreage this Year
Many peanut producers across the Southeast are still trying to decide how many acres of peanuts they want to plant this year. Tyron Spearman looks at some of the latest contract numbers that are being offered to help in that decision-making process. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities to Develop Preliminary Data For Future Grant ProjectsMay 1, 2026Florida Cattle …
Survey Indicates 11.5 Million U.S. Cotton Acres to Be Planted
According to the National Cotton Council’s 40th annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey, U.S. cotton producers intend to plant 11.5 million cotton acres in 2021, down 5.2% from 2020. Upland cotton intentions are 11.3 million acres, down 4.9% from 2020, while extra-long staple (ELS) intentions of 161,000 acres represent a 20.7% decline. The NCC questionnaire was mailed in December to …
Enrollment Deadline for ARC, PLC Programs Nearing
Agricultural producers are being reminded the deadline to enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2021 crop year is March 15. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) safety-net programs help producers weather fluctuations in either revenue or price for certain crops. ARC provides income support payments on historical base acres when actual …