By Clint Thompson The Southeast is not out of the woods for a late frost event, which could be costly for peach producers and blueberry growers in Georgia and Alabama. Pam Knox, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension climatologist, said some blueberry farmers are especially concerned since their plants have already started producing a crop. “Because it’s been such a warm …
Cattle producers Need to Have Bulls Tested Annually by Trained Vet
By Clint Thompson Cattle producers need to have their bulls checked by a trained veterinarian every year to ensure optimum reproductive efficiency and production, says Lee Jones, University of Georgia Associate Professor in the College of Veterinary Medicine in Tifton, Georgia. “It’s possible that some of these sub-fertile bulls are costing farmers anywhere between $1,500 and $2,000 in just lost …
Pasture Weed and Feed Programs from Corteva
During the recent Cattle Industry Convention, Corteva Agriscience talked with producers about pasture weed and feed programs. Jacee May Allred, range and pasture specialist for Corteva, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman they discussed combining the applications of fertilizer and herbicide for weed control. Corteva anticipates it will soon be cleared for impregnation onto dry fertilizer in many states, including Alabama, …
Yoho Introduces Ag Worker Bill
A member of the House Agriculture Committee, Congressman Ted Yoho (R-FL), has announced the introduction of the “Labor Certainty for Food Security Act” this week to solve America’s agricultural labor shortage. In a recent interview with Southeast AgNet, Congressman Yoho said there are hurdles in getting this passed. Yoho noted this commonsense bill will bring relief to America’s farmers and …
Cotton Farmers Need to Avoid Applying too Much Nitrogen
By Clint Thompson Too much nitrogen in your cotton crop this season can damage potential yields and lead to pest outbreaks, according to Audrey Gamble, an assistant professor and Extension specialist at Auburn University. “Cotton, in particular, we have to put out nitrogen to ensure maximize yields, but we can also start to see a yield penalty when we put …
UPW Trainings in Georgia Offered Throughout March
By Clint Thompson The Using Pesticides Wisely (UPW) program that has helped Georgia drastically reduce pesticide drift complaints to the Cooperative Extension Service since 2015 will be offered again this year, beginning Monday, March 9 in Taylor County, Georgia, according to University of Georgia Extension weed specialist Stanley Culpepper. “Those growers who were trained last year with these tools have …
SLE Rodeo Coming in Two Weeks
With March here, that means it’s about time for the 2020 Southeastern Livestock Exposition (SLE) Rodeo. It will be held March 19-21 in Montgomery, Alabama. This past year, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) hired Lauren Wilson to take over as the new Director of Rodeo Programs, and she told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman all about this year’s event. Sponsored ContentCIR …
2020 Team Beef Florida Off to Good Start
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) is pleased with the fact the fourth season for Team Beef is off to a good start. Erin Freel told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman, they are now up to 39 team members and they have already been running. To learn more, contact the Florida Beef Council office in Kissimmee, Florida or go to teambeefflorida.com. Sponsored …
Budget Work in Final Days of Florida Legislative Session
The 2020 Florida Legislative Session is getting closer to wrapping up, as with only this and next week left, it’s crunch time on finalizing various issues including the budget. According to Mary Ann Hooks, University of Florida/IFAS director of government affairs, committees will be hearing bills this week. So the time to get bills in the proper posture to be …
Alabama Message to Potential Hemp Growers: Know What You’re Getting Into
By Clint Thompson Auburn University Assistant Professor and Extension Specialist Katelyn Kesheimer has a message for all farmers interested in growing hemp this year: Know what you’re getting into. During this year’s hemp meetings, which continue in March throughout Alabama, Kesheimer and other specialists are discussing economics, insects, weeds and diseases that are associated with hemp production. “We’re very clear …