The National FFA Organization has announced the 16 finalists for its 2021 top achievement awards: American Star Farmer, American Star in Agribusiness, American Star in Agricultural Placement and American Star in Agriscience. And 4 members from Florida and Georgia are among the 16 finalists. The American Star Awards represent the best of the best among thousands of American FFA Degree …
Navigable Waters Protection Rule Challenge Dismissed
Back in May, various environmental groups asked a federal court to vacate the Navigable Waters Protection Rule (NWPR) enacted during the Trump Administration. The motion, filed in a South Carolina U.S. District Court, asked the court to vacate the rule based on what they call undisputed facts, including what they say has been lost protection for U.S. waters. But last …
Tropical and Exotic Plants to Keep Your Property Private
Some Tropical and Exotic Plants that will keep your property as private as possible. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. If you’re looking for something a little different, consider a palm tree. A lot of people use palms in their yard for a more tropical look. And, the cat palm is a great choice when you want to create a privacy …
Livestock Market Report Week Ending 7-16-2021
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended July 16, 2021, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week ending July 16, 2021, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 15,100 head compared to 0 last week and …
NCBA Working to Change Fresh Beef Labels
Late last month, the U.S. Department of Agriculture announced a top-to-bottom review of the “Product of the USA” label. It was move that pleased the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), as they have long-advocated for voluntary labels that meet consumer demand. NCBA Senior Director of International Trade and Market Access, Kent Bacus, explains how they are working to change fresh beef labels. Sponsored ContentCIR …
U.S. Cotton Production Forecast Up
USDA is forecasting higher cotton production and slightly lower prices, compared to last month. Stephanie Ho has the story. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski also said when it comes to the forecast for lower world cotton production, the biggest changes are expected in Pakistan. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …
Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show Coming in August
Cattlemen and women from across the country will be in Nashville next month for the 2021 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show. The event, normally held in February each year, was pushed back six months due to Covid-19. The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association notes the importance of gathering in person at this event is even more evident after the …
Best Plants for Making Your Property More Private
Some of the best plants for making your property more private. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Now that you’ve done your research on which plants will work well for natural, living borders, it’s time to get planting. Here are some suggestions to help you along. If you have a space that needs a tall plant with a smaller …
Avoiding Heat-Related Deaths
A new University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) report showed 215 people in Florida died from heat-related causes in the last 10 years. The fact that heat-related deaths happen throughout the year surprised the researchers who wrote the report. Serap Gorucu, a UF/IFAS assistant professor of agricultural and biological engineering, helped write the report. She and …
Clarifying the Product of the USA Label
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) recently announced a top-to-bottom review of the “Product of the USA” label, which will inform a forthcoming rulemaking on this topic. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said “American consumers depend upon accurate, transparent labels to obtain important information about the food they consume. American farmers and ranchers depend upon those same labels to convey information about …