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 ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …
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 ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida …
COVID-19 Assistance Package Includes Provisions from Stabenow
The COVID-19 Assistance Package includes provisions supported by Senate Agriculture Chair Debbie Stabenow. Stabenow says, “We need to take bold action to get farmers, families and rural communities the help they need to weather this crisis and come out stronger on the other end.” The Michigan Democrat worked with House Agriculture Committee Chairman David Scott from Georgia and House Education …
Georgia Beef Promoted During Chili Week
The Beef Checkoff program in Georgia took part in a new event recently. According to Georgia Beef Board (GBB) Director of Public Relations Taylor Evans, restaurants that participated in Atlanta Chili Week cooked thousands of bowls of chili. For more information about this and other Beef Checkoff promotions in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Alabama Cattlemen Promoting Two Cook-Off Events
Two big cook-off events will be held in Alabama, one in March and one in April. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Education and Outreach Ali Cantrell says the first event will take place during the annual SLE Rodeo in Montgomery. To learn more about Beef Checkoff promotions in Alabama, contact the ACA office in Montgomery or go to its …
‘Beef It’s What’s For Dinner 300’ is Saturday
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) is excited about being a part of the big Beef Checkoff promotional race event this week. FBC Director of Education & Promotion DeAnne Maples says they are pleased to have several folks from other states coming in to help during the “Beef It’s What’s For Dinner 300” at the Daytona International Speedway. The “Beef It’s What’s …