The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) wants to remind producers that signup for the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) program continues until Feb. 18, 2022. DMC enables producers to get coverage through this important safety-net program for another year as well as get additional assistance through the new Supplemental DMC. Supplemental DMC will provide $580 million to better help small- and …
Interesting Edible Way to Recycle that Holiday Tree
An interesting and edible way to recycle your holiday tree. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. We have covered several ways to recycle your holiday tree on this program. Such as turning the tree into mulch. But one alternative we haven’t talked about is turning parts of your tree into something you can eat. As long as its …
National Peanut Board Discusses 2022 Peanut Crop
During a recent webinar, the National Peanut Board hosted discussions about the 2022 Crop. Tyron Spearman reports that includes the anticipation of certain pests. 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 or Beneficials through …
EPA Working with Agriculture
Over the years, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has ruled on various topics, sometimes to the praise of those in agriculture, while sometimes not. During a National farm Broadcasters Association event in Kansas City last month, EPA Region 7 Agriculture Advisor Doug Jones told AgNet media, they want to engage with farmers and ranchers. Jones says they encourage people to …
Carbon Sequestration’s New Innovations and Opportunities
Carbon sequestration via agriculture could become accelerated in coming years. According to a story from Rod Bain, this is thanks to both new innovations and opportunities for monetary and ecosystem benefits. 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 …
Record Prices for Sheep & Lamb
According to a report from the Livestock Marketing Information Center (LMIC), the sheep and lamb industry is shaping up to have a record setting year for prices in 2021. This is news that pleases the American Sheep Industry Association (ASI). Feeder lamb prices have tracked above 2020 levels every week this year except for one week back in March. In February, a record price was …
More Environmentally Friendly Way to Control Strawberry Pests
There is good news for strawberry farmers as we head into a new year. University of Florida scientists have found a way to better control the chilli thrips that can make strawberries virtually unmarketable. Research efforts have discovered a more environmentally friendly way to control these pests, meaning the use of less pesticides. While pesticides do kill the thrips, they …
Health Benefits of Holy Basil and How to Use It
The health benefits of Holy Basil and how to use it. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Holy basil, also known as tulsi in Hindu, or queen of the herbs, is part of the mint family and is a traditional medicinal herb native to tropical Southeast Asia. This aromatic plant has pale green leaves, hair stems, and small purple or white tubular flowers. It is …
USDA Conducting Voluntary Yet Vital Study
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting the 2021 Farm Producer Study to gain knowledge and understanding of agricultural producers and help USDA improve services to them. A brief questionnaire was mailed to approximately 75,000 U.S. agricultural producers across the country. The questionnaire, which takes no more than 10 minutes to complete, asks participants …
American Peanut Council Discusses 2021 Crop
During a recent webinar, the American Peanut Council hosted discussions about the 2021 Crop. Tyron Spearman has the story. 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 or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026