Washington, D.C. April 20, 2020. Stress levels are high among America’s soybean farmers. The terms “stress,” “anxiety,” and “concerns over mental health” were used dozens of times in an informal survey released this week by the American Soybean Association (ASA). The survey was an initiative of the ASA COVID-19 Task Force, a 12-person group formed in March consisting of ASA …
Perdue Outlines Basics of Coronavirus Food Assistance Program
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue announced the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program (CFAP) on Friday. This new U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) program will take several actions to assist farmers, ranchers and consumers in response to the COVID-19 national emergency. President Trump directed USDA to craft this $19 billion immediate relief program to provide critical support to our farmers and …
Helping Farmers Get Set for a Successful Retirement
Some farmers across the country are working later in life because they believe they can’t retire right now or are in no rush to move on. But that day will come when figuring out how to buy xrp might be important and advanced financial planning is always an important part of any operation. Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman recently asked COUNTRY …
Alabama Farmers and Agribusinesses Eligible for Small Business Loans
Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate wants to remind farmers and agribusinesses in the state facing unprecedented economic disruption due to the Coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak, they are eligible for small business loans. The Department of Treasury and Small Business Administration (SBA) recently announced that farms and agribusinesses are eligible for Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans as long as …
Florida Beef Council Promoting New Recipe Ideas
During this time of COVID-19, there are many consumers turning to social media to find new ways to prepare various meals. Florida Beef Council (FBC) Director of Education & Promotion, DeAnne Maples, wants folks to know about some new ideas when it comes to beef dishes. For more information about the Beef Checkoff go to the FBC website. Sponsored ContentCIR …
Preparing a Different Look for Georgia Beef Month
The COVID-19 pandemic has caused the cancellation or postponements of many events, but one that will still take place is May Beef Month in Georgia. But due to the shelter in place orders that may or may not still be in place next month, Georgia Beef Board (GCA) Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin says Beef Month promotions this year will …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Members Providing Beef Meals to First Responders
Due to COVID-19, many in Alabama are dealing with various issues. Some are busy responding to those affected by the pandemic. According to Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Director, Erin Beasley, many of their members in counties across the state are helping to provide beef meals to various first responders. For more information about ACA, go to their website, bamabeef.org. …
Applying Insecticide in Furrow During Peanut Planting Helpful in Managing Thrips
By Clint Thompson Peanut planting season is upon us and farmers need to be wary of potential thrips pressure when they begin planting their crop, according to University of Georgia Cooperative Extension peanut entomologist Mark Abney. He wants producers to be prepared by applying an insecticide at planting. “If you plant peanuts, you’re going to have thrips. There’s a lot …
Georgia Produce Safety Program Website
Because of the times we currently live in, the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) halted any trainings for growers on the produce safety rule and on-farm readiness reviews until further notice. But, GDA Produce Safety Education and Outreach Coordinator Maggie Brown, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman they have great information on their website. That’s website again is Georgiaproducesafety.com. Sponsored ContentCIR …
Alabama Legislature Sets Next Meeting Date for April 28
The 2020 Alabama Legislative session is still under way, but lawmakers have not been spending much time in Montgomery due to the COVID-19 crisis. Plus, Gov. Kay Ivey issued a statewide stay-at-home order a week ago. But, Alabama legislators did briefly meet back on March 31 to pass a joint resolution which gives leadership authority to set meeting times during …