Due to COVID-19, there have been few opportunities for in-person visits on Capitol Hill the past few months, but Texas farm broadcaster Tony St James spent all last week there as a part of the 4th Annual All Ag, All Day DC Capitol Ag Tour. He met with members of Congress and agricultural industry leaders to discuss various topics. One …
Trade Talks Progressing
The United States and the United Kingdom wrapped up the fourth round of trade talks this month, with another round planned for mid-October. The UK Department of International Trade says, “Significant progress has been achieved since launching negotiations in May 2020, and most chapter areas are now in the advanced stages of talks.” Chief Ag Negotiator with the U.S. Trade …
How Has Heavy Rain Affected Cotton Crop Development in the SE?
Between Tropical Storm Beta and Hurricane Sally, heavy rains have recently moved across cotton fields in certain parts of the Southeast. A story from Stephanie Ho looks at how crop development may be affected. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary …
GCC Executive Director Touts U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol
Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) executive director Taylor Sills is encouraging Georgia growers to join in the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol movement. A nationwide grower recruitment campaign was launched recently and encourages farmers to participate and ensure markets for their cotton by demonstrating the sustainability record of American cotton in the global market. “The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol is very important. …
USDA Funds Conservation Innovation in Florida and Nationally Through On-Farm Trials of Conservation Systems
WASHINGTON, Sept. 29, 2020 – USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is awarding $25 million in grants designed to help partners implement and evaluate innovative conservation practices that have demonstrated benefits on farmland. The funding is provided through On-Farm Conservation Innovation Trials (On-Farm Trials), a component of the Conservation Innovation Grants program first authorized in the 2018 Farm Bill. “On-Farm …
Commissioner Fried Announces 2021 Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Inductees
Tallahassee, Fla. – Today, Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried and the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Foundation announced the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame inductees for 2021. The induction ceremony will be held at the Florida State Fair’s Agricultural Hall of Fame Banquet on February 16, 2021. “Florida agriculture is at the core of our state’s rich cultural history, impacting the lives of millions of Floridians each day. …
COVID-19 Impact on Agriculture
According to a USDA economist, the disruptive impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the U.S. agricultural system have been broad and varied. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support …
Perdue Tours South Alabama, Northwest Florida Hurricane Sally Damage
U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue made various stops in South Alabama and Northwest Florida to tour agricultural areas that were damaged by Hurricane Sally. He also hosted a roundtable discussion with local farmers who were impacted. In comments to the media, Perdue said he saw crops that have been cut in half. Perdue was joined by various state legislators …
New Staff Member for Georgia Beef Board
It has been a busy time for the Georgia Beef Board (GBB) with various promotions being conducted during this time of COVID-19. Plus, it has been shorthanded with an open position the past few months. But according to GBB Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin, that position has been filled, and he is excited for the future. For more information contact …
New Feature Allows Entities to Conduct Online Business with USDA
An update to farmers.gov now provides access to farmers and ranchers who are members of an entity, as well as individuals and entities with powers of attorney to conduct online business with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS). Additionally, online services once available through NRCS’s Conservation Client Gateway (CCG) will be moved to farmers.gov in the coming weeks. “Here at …