Tyron Spearman has a look at the current market for peanuts and where contracts being offered now stand. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers of Florida …
Getting the Florida Beef Message to Dieticians
Each year, the Florida Beef Council (FBC) attends the Florida Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics Conference in July. But due to the coronavirus pandemic, that event like, many others, had to be cancelled. FBC Director of Education & Promotion DeAnne Maples explains how they are working to make sure dieticians in the state have the most current information. For more …
Alabama Cattle Producers Encouraged to Sign Up for CFAP
If you are a livestock producer whose operation has been directly impacted by the coronavirus pandemic, the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) provides direct relief to those who faced price declines and additional marketing costs due to COVID-19. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Director Erin Beasley encourages producers in the state to sign up. USDA is accepting applications now through …
CSP Sign-Up in Alabama Ends May 29
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama reminds farmers, ranchers and private landowners that sign-up for the 2020 Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) ends May 29. NRCS accepts CSP applications throughout the year but makes funding selections at specific times during the fiscal year. “NRCS works hard to help eligible farmers, ranchers and private landowners plan and carry out conservation …
Cattle Week in Georgia
Due to various activities taking place, this week is being called Cattle Week in Georgia. Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin says that includes the annual GCA meeting which will take place Thursday. The virtual GCA meeting is scheduled for Thursday at 7 p.m. More details about that meeting and other events this week can be found …
USDA Extends Application Cutoff for CSP in Georgia until June 30
The cutoff period for Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP) applications in Georgia to be considered for funding this year has been extended until June 30. Through CSP, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) helps farmers, ranchers and forest landowners earn payments for expanding conservation activities while maintaining agricultural production on their land. CSP also encourages adoption of new technologies and management …
Industrial Hemp Risk Management Products That are Available
Industrial hemp producers have several risk management options available regarding their 2020 crops. Rod Bain reports. For more information about industrial hemp risk management products click here. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That …
Whiteflies Not Yet on Alabama Farmers’ Radar
By Clint Thompson Whiteflies have already been reported in Georgia vegetables this spring. They are not currently on Alabama’s radar, however. Alabama Extension Entomologist Ron Smith said as cotton continues to be planted, the focus right now is managing grasshoppers and thrips. Their focus will turn to whiteflies in early July. “I knew they overwintered at some level over there …
CFAP Sign-up Starts Today; Secretary Perdue Thanks Farmers
Sign-up for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) starts today at your local USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue recently told AgNet Media that it’s important to get these funds to farmers to help their cash flow. CFAP will provide up to $16 billion in direct payments to deliver relief to America’s farmers and ranchers impacted …
More Progress on Implementing Phase One China Trade Agreement
Work on implementing the Phase One trade agreement with China is continuing with more actions announced last week. Gary Crawford has the details. Â Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril …