The latest data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) shows July exports of U.S. beef rebounded from recent lows but remained below 2019 levels. Here is U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Economist, Erin Borror. U.S. pork exports, which are on a record pace in 2020, were also down year-over-year in July but increased compared to June. Borro says it …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Offering New Blog Series
Staff and Ag specialists can’t see you at the Sunbelt Ag Expo this year, but we can still “meet” you online. Beginning Sept. 8, join us every Tuesday on Facebook, Instagram or at http://sunbeltexpo.com/blog-series/ as we release new information on each month’s featured topic. We look forward to seeing you there! Here is a list of the different topics to be …
CFAP Part Two Announcement Coming This Week
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said USDA is finished writing the rules for the second round of the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program. Late last week at a stop in Iowa, the secretary said the rules have been written and they’ll be announced this week. The Bismarck Tribune says the first $16 billion in funding during the first round of the program …
Increase in Peanut Exports
New numbers continue to show an increase in U.S. peanut exports. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026
USDA Updates Conservation Provisions for Highly Erodible Land and Wetlands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently published its final rule on determining whether land is considered highly erodible or a wetland. This final rule follows a focused effort by USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) to improve consistency and use of science in making determinations. This follows an interim final rule that was published Dec. 7, 2018, after which …
Alabama Cotton Specialist: Crop, Overall, Looks Pretty Good in Places
By Clint Thompson Alabama’s cotton crop is progressing with some ready for defoliation in a week or so, says Steve Brown, Alabama Extension cotton specialist. The state of this year’s cotton crop varies throughout the state, though some places have been hurt by rain and humidity. “The crop, overall, looks pretty good in places,” Brown said. “The last week or …
Farmers are Participating in Virtual Farm Shows
Farm Journal reports more than 50,000 farmers participated in its New American Farm Show experience. The ten-day experience included the Pro Farmer Crop Tour, Farm Journal Field Days and the #FarmON Benefit Concert. A survey of participants found 70% considered the overall experience as very good or outstanding. Meanwhile, 85% plan to participate in another virtual event, and 77% took …
UGA Cotton/Peanut Research Field Day Slated for Wednesday
Event co-sponsored by Georgia Cotton Commission, Georgia Peanut Commission and UGA Extension Cotton and Peanut Teams The Georgia Cotton Commission and Georgia Peanut Commission remind growers that it is not too late to register for this year’s virtual University of Georgia Cotton and Peanut Research Field Day. The half-day event is scheduled for Wednesday, Sept. 9 and will focus on …
Farm Aid Hosting Virtual Festival Sept. 26
Farm Aid will mark its 35th anniversary with a virtual at-home festival experience. Farm Aid 2020 On the Road, scheduled for Saturday, Sept. 26, will include performances from more than 20 artists. The three-hour event will be streamed at FarmAid.org, on Farm Aid’s YouTube channel, AXS TV and Fans.com. Farm Aid’s 35th anniversary comes at a time of unprecedented uncertainty. …
Thank a Farmer This Labor Day
Labor Day is s a day to celebrate the achievements of the millions of men and women who keep America running. And the National Crop Insurance Services (NCIS) is asking that this year, we don’t forget to thank a farmer. According to NCIS, approximately 2.6 million Americans work directly on a farm. Nearly 20 million more work in food and …