A new survey from Farm Futures shows that U.S. corn producers will increase their acreage by 4.1% compared to last year. The projected total is 94.7 million acres of corn this year. If farmers reach that number, that will put 2021 corn acreage at its third-highest amount over the past 75 years, trailing only 2012 at 97.3 million acres and …
Saturated Soils: Georgia Farmers Sidelined Due to Wet Weather
Georgia farmers are sidelined right now because of excessive rainfall in January and February. This could become problematic with planting season just around the corner. “We’re at or above saturated conditions right now all around. Any extra rainfall we’re getting right now, we’re losing to run-off. Our ponds and reservoirs and creeks are all at full capacity. I don’t think …
GDA Produce Safety Alliance Holding Virtual Training Session
A few weeks ago, the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) held a 2-day virtual Produce Safety Alliance Grower Training where the slots filled up quick. We told you then they were already working on plans to hold another training. According to GDA Produce Safety Education and Outreach Coordinator Maggie Brown, sign-up for that virtual training is underway. These Grower Training …
USDA to Survey Planting Intentions
The cold, wet conditions being experienced across the Southeast has many wondering when the 2021 crop production season will ever begin. But with that time nearing, the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) will contact producers to determine their plans for the upcoming growing season. “Each year, the agriculture industry awaits USDA’s Prospective Plantings report, which provides …
No Beef Expo, But Georgia Junior Livestock Show is Next Week
After much deliberation and reviewing all options, the Georgia Beef Expo committee elected to cancel the 2021 Georgia Beef Expo that was scheduled for April 2-3 in Perry. Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin says this was the most prudent course of action for that event. Another event that has been on the calendar for some time will …
AEM Releases January Sales Report
Farm tractor and combine unit sales start the year continuing growth in the U.S., according to the latest data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM). AEM reports U.S. total farm tractor sales rose 24.7% in January compared to 2020, while U.S. combine sales grew a significant 76.8%. U.S. unit sales grew across all segments, with the biggest gains continuing …
Big Announcements During Georgia Legislative Session
Week five of the 2021 Georgia State Legislative Session was another busy one for lawmakers. According to Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President Will Bentley, that included some big announcements. To keep track of activities during the 2021 legislative session, go to the GAC website. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future …
Survey Indicates 11.5 Million U.S. Cotton Acres to Be Planted
According to the National Cotton Council’s 40th annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey, U.S. cotton producers intend to plant 11.5 million cotton acres in 2021, down 5.2% from 2020. Upland cotton intentions are 11.3 million acres, down 4.9% from 2020, while extra-long staple (ELS) intentions of 161,000 acres represent a 20.7% decline. The NCC questionnaire was mailed in December to …
Enrollment Deadline for ARC, PLC Programs Nearing
Agricultural producers are being reminded the deadline to enroll in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs for the 2021 crop year is March 15. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) safety-net programs help producers weather fluctuations in either revenue or price for certain crops. ARC provides income support payments on historical base acres when actual …
NCBA on Transportation Committee
In the U.S. Congress there are various committees, one of those being the Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Executive Director of Government Affairs Allison Rivera gives an update on that committee along with providing information about the hours-of-service issue, which continues to see extensions for livestock and feed haulers. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2025Florida …