Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Prioritizes Research, Promotion, and Long-Term Industry Strength The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues to expand its efforts to support research, innovation, and promotional activities that strengthen the state’s cattle industry. Recently, we spoke with Clint Richardson of AgReserves Incorporated, who serves on the board, to learn more about his experience and the board’s priorities for Florida …
USDA Now Accepting Applications for America First Trade Promotion Program The U.S. Department of Agriculture has officially opened the application period for the America First Trade Promotion Program (AFTPP), a major new initiative designed to strengthen U.S. agricultural exports and global market presence. Funded by Congress earlier this year, the AFTPP provides $285 million in support for agricultural export, marketing, …
Peanut Farmers Wrap Up Harvest as Global Oversupply Continues Peanut farmers across the U.S. are finishing harvest, working to get the last of the peanuts in before cold weather arrives. Domestic demand remains steady, but all eyes are on the global export market, where oversupply continues to shape prices and future planting decisions. As one broker explained, “the peanut oversupply… …
USDA Opens Application Period for 2025 America First Trade Promotion Program With a renewed focus on strengthening agricultural trade deals over the past few months, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke L. Rollins officially announced the 2025 America First Trade Promotion Program (AFTPP) earlier this year. The program is now fully open for applications following congressional authorization of $285 million to …
Major GPS System Changes Coming in 2026 Could Affect Farmers and Ranchers Farmers and ranchers already face a long list of daily challenges, but experts at Iowa State University Extension say a new one is on the horizon: significant GPS system changes coming in 2026. These updates may impact everything from auto-steering accuracy to field boundary mapping, making it essential …
As settlers crossed the Appalachian Mountains on their journey west, many expected to continue onward to the vast plains, California, or Oregon. But a significant number stopped well before reaching those destinations. Drawn by fertile soils, abundant water, and promising farmland, early pioneers found their home in what we now know as Ohio. Their arrival—combined with the long-established agricultural practices …
NCBA Prepares for an Exciting CattleCon 2026 in Downtown Nashville The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is gearing up for CattleCon 2026, set to take place February 3–5, 2026, in downtown Nashville, Tennessee. This year’s event promises fresh experiences, unmatched access to Nashville’s vibrant culture, and valuable opportunities for cattle producers to connect, learn, and celebrate the industry. We spoke …
China Suspends Retaliatory Tariffs, Giving U.S. Peanut Farmers a Boost Peanut farmers across the United States are watching global markets closely as peanuts come in from the fields and head into warehouses for shelling. This year’s crop arrives during a period of shifting international trade dynamics—changes that could bring some welcome relief for growers. One of the most important players …
Georgia Issues Pest Alert for Invasive Brown Winged Plant Hopper The Georgia Department of Agriculture has released a Pest Alert concerning the recent detection of the Brown Winged Plant Hopper, an invasive insect species native to China. This pest poses potential risks to Georgia’s agriculture and landscape plants, making awareness and early reporting essential. According to the Georgia Department of …
Tight Supplies and Strong Demand Push Live and Feeder Cattle Markets Higher Livestock analysts say the cattle markets are responding exactly the way they like—with a clean, straightforward story. Tight supplies paired with strong demand are giving both live cattle and feeder cattle contracts a significant lift as the industry moves deeper into the marketing year. As analysts put it, …
