Sabrina Halvorson Receives Farm Broadcaster Award

Sabrina Halvorson, a distinguished voice in agricultural journalism, has been named the 2024 Farm Broadcaster of the Year by the National Association of Farm Broadcasters (NAFB). This prestigious recognition highlights her extensive contributions to agricultural media through her work with AgNet Media. “All of us at AgNet Media are very proud of Sabrina for being named Farm Broadcaster of the Year. …

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The Peanut Institute Involved with Various Research Efforts

The Peanut Institute is a non-profit organization supporting nutrition research and educational programs that encourage healthy lifestyles including peanuts and peanut butter. And according to a story Tyron Spearman, their research efforts continue in various areas.  Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …

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2025 Beef Outlook: Less Production and Higher Steer Prices

Some wonder if 2025 be the year that cattle producers finally begin the work of expanding the herd. Gary Crawford has more details. USDA Outlook Chairman Mark Jekanowski has the 2024 and 2025 forecasts for average steer prices.  Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …

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Grain Traders Looking at Possible Factors

With a new Administration set to begin in about two months, grain traders are already looking ahead at what could take place. Mark Oppold has more details.  Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …

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Cost Down to Raise 2025 Corn Crop

Looking ahead to the 2025 corn crop, one company says the cost to raise that crop is down. Farmers National Company (FNC) says 2025 crop inputs are expected to see a slight reduction compared to 2024.  While some farms may experience increased costs for specific reasons, such as adding lime, improving drainage, or boosting fertility, the overall picture suggests a …

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Rural Employment Trends at a Glance

USDA’s latest edition of its annual “Rural America at a Glance” report provides a look at rural employments trends of the past year. Rod Bain  Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …

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Changes within FMMO Amendments

The recently announced final decision regarding Federal Milk Marketing Order (FMMO) amendments includes adjustments provided from public comment over the past few months. Rod Bain has more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of …

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American Agriculture History Minute: Ag Hall of Fame First Inductees

I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. There’s a Hall of Fame for every major sport and many institutions, and so it is with agriculture. The Ag Hall of Fame in Bonner Springs, Kansas, near Kansas City, was federally chartered in 1960. Its purpose was, and is, to honor individuals who have made major contributions to the establishment …

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Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 11-15-2024

Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended November 15, 2024, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended November 15, 2024, receipts at 16 markets totaled 13,259 head compared to 11,001 last week and 12,677 last …

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Farm Service Agency Stresses Support for Farmers Amid Disasters

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) is working to assist farmers facing natural disasters, particularly in the Southeast and California. In an interview with AgNet Media, Administrator Zach Ducheneaux highlighted the agency’s efforts to provide relief to producers who have suffered devastating losses due to recent hurricanes in the southeast and the extremes of flooding and drought …