What a difference a year makes. A year ago, Sunbelt Ag Expo officials were uncertain about the October show amid the early stages of the COVID-19 pandemic. While the pandemic continues to persist a year later, officials are preparing for the show’s return, says Chip Blalock, executive director of the Sunbelt Ag Expo. “It’s a lot different atmosphere around here. …
Variety Selection is Important for Peanut Growers
As peanut growers prepare to plant this year’s crop, Tyron Spearman reports variety selection is an important factor. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to …
70th UF/IFAS Florida Beef Cattle Short Course Will be Virtual
The 70th Annual Beef Cattle Short Course will be a virtual event this year. It will take place May 4-6. The program will be delivered each of those evenings from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. Eastern via Zoom. Each night will consist of two speakers. The program this year will focus on efficiency and its importance to the beef industry. …
Two Big Burger Events Coming Up in Georgia
May will be Beef Month in Georgia, and the Georgia Beef Board (GBB) continues its efforts to prepare for all that will take place during that month. According to GBB Director of Public Relations Taylor Evans, a burger contest will be one of those events. But before that takes place, another big burger event will be held next week. Click …
Pace of Cotton Exports has been Strong
The pace of U.S. cotton exports has been strong as of late. According to a story from Stephanie Ho, that means a tightening of stocks. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch …
ACA Staff Attending Various County Meetings
The events calendar on the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) website is once again starting to fill up. ACA Executive Vice President Erin Beasley says it’s giving their staff an opportunity to get back out and meet with their members. To see what cattle industry events are taking place in Alabama, go to the ACA website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Farm Credit System Reviews Ag Economy
Record agricultural exports are contributing to favorable economic conditions for the U.S. farm sector. Exports to China have risen to record levels, with increases in soybeans, corn, wheat and cotton. High crop prices and strong producer margins are expected to bring more acreage into production, but continuing drought in much of the western United States is a concern. The Farm …
Tyson Foods Unveils $425 Million Poultry Facility in Tennessee
Tyson Foods opened the company’s new poultry complex in Humboldt, Tennessee last week. The $425 million project, which includes a processing plant, feed mill and hatchery, represents Tyson’s biggest investment in Tennessee. Several hundred workers have been hired so far and are being trained for the start of production later this month. The processing plant, which is expected to employ …
GPC Reminds Growers of Upcoming Referendum
The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) encourages all farmers to fill out a ballot for the referendum that determines if producers will reaffirm the commission or not. All ballots must be postmarked by April 16. According to the Georgia Peanut Commission, state law mandates a referendum be held every three years. Georgia peanut farmers invest $2 per ton to fund the …
Expanded Use of E15 Benefits Farmers and Consumers Alike
By Ashley Robinson Expanded availability and use of E15 will benefit farmers, consumers and the environment, says Kim Reddin, director of development for the Colorado Corn Administration. On March 12, the United States Environmental Protection Agency announced its approval of a change in fuel requirements that will allow E15 to be sold year-round in the Kansas City metro area, one …