The Rise of Soybeans in U.S. Agriculture Soybeans may seem ubiquitous in today’s American agriculture, but their widespread cultivation is a relatively recent phenomenon. According to Mark Oppold, host of American Agriculture History Minute, soybeans were not widely grown in the United States until the early 1930s. World War II and the Soybean Boom The rapid rise of soybeans in …
USDA Trade Mission to Malaysia Opens New Opportunities for U.S. Agriculture USDA Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg recently returned from a trade mission to Malaysia, joined by representatives from agricultural organizations and U.S. agribusinesses. The visit focused on expanding market access and exploring new opportunities under President Donald Trump’s newly signed agreement with Malaysia. Speaking after …
January is shaping up to be a busy month on the agricultural calendar as farmers across the Southeast prepare for the upcoming growing season. From row crop education to commodity-specific conferences, producers will have numerous opportunities to gain valuable insights, connect with industry experts, and make informed decisions for the new crop year. Kicking off the schedule is the Alabama …
Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act Signed Into Law, Expanding School Nutrition Options President Donald Trump has officially signed the Whole Milk for Healthy Kids Act into law, marking a significant shift in federal school nutrition policy and a major win for America’s dairy farmers and families. The legislation allows schools participating in the National School Lunch Program to once …
Joseph Dart: A Pioneer in American Agriculture Joseph Dart, though born in Connecticut, left a lasting mark on American agriculture after moving to Buffalo, New York. Dart is best remembered for his groundbreaking invention that revolutionized the storage and transportation of grain in the United States. The First Machine-Powered Grain Elevator In 1842, Dart introduced the first machine-powered grain elevator …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended January 16, 2026, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended January 16, 2026, receipts at 16 markets totaled 11,439 head compared to 10,889 last week and 8,769 last …
The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board plays a critical role in advancing research that directly impacts the Florida cattle industry. By funding targeted, science-based projects, the board helps address Florida-specific challenges while supporting transparency, innovation, and workforce development within the livestock sector. We spoke with Dr. Maria Silveira, Director of Research with the Noble Research Institute, who conducted research funded by …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced upcoming leadership changes within the Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service (APHIS), with new appointments taking effect February 1. The changes come as longtime leaders retire after years of service focused on protecting American agriculture, animal health, and national biosecurity. According to USDA, Dr. Michael Watson, the current APHIS Administrator, will be retiring …
The Georgia Beef Board is highlighting how shifting consumer priorities around nutrition after the holidays are creating positive momentum for beef. As the new year begins, many consumers are reassessing their eating habits, focusing on balanced diets and foods that deliver real nutritional value. We caught up with Wyatt Doolittle with the Georgia Beef Board to learn more about how …
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is reacting to the release of the new Dietary Guidelines, which place a stronger emphasis on protein intake and building healthy diets around whole foods. The updated guidelines nearly double the recommended daily amount of protein, a shift NCBA says aligns well with the nutritional value beef provides to families across the country. NCBA …
