Farmers National Company Reports Booming Land Sales

The dollar volume of land sales listed and sold by Farmers National Company during the first six months of its fiscal year ending March 31 was up 56% over the same period last year. Farmers National Company reports sales are up 67% over the average of the past three years. Total acres sold to date are up 59% compared to …

Sunbelt Ag Expo to Return in 2021

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 Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

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 Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For …

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 …