Tallahassee, Fla. – A firefighting helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Leesburg with four people on board. One fatality has been confirmed and three individuals remain unaccounted for. The Federal Aviation Administration will begin investigating the incident and officials have not immediately released additional information. At the direction of Florida Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried, flags will be lowered to half-staff at all Florida Forest Service facilities, offices, …
Demand for Peanuts Should Tighten Market
A new crop estimate by USDA indicates the demand for peanuts should tighten the market. Tyron Spearman has the 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 of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …
Hurricane-Season-Starts Tuesday
(NSF) – The six-month hurricane season officially begins June 1st, as the Florida Division of Emergency Management surpasses 450 days responding to the COVID-19 pandemic. The hurricane season is projected to be above average for storms and got off to an early start as Tropical Storm Ana has already formed and dissipated. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration last week …
JBS Exits NCBA
JBS has left the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association as the group is taking a closer look at market consolidation. NCBA, along with other livestock and general farm organizations, met recently to discuss livestock market concerns. And lawmakers have requested the Department of Justice continue, and provide an update on, its cattle market investigation. Politico reports JBS suspended its membership to …
Argentina’s Suspension of Beef Exports a Misguided Policy
Last week the Argentine government announced a suspension of most beef exports, with the goal being to bolster domestic supplies. U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Economist Erin Borror explains why this is a misguided policy. While some may view this as a potential boost for U.S. beef exports, as Borror said the export suspension is of little benefit to anyone. Sponsored ContentCIR …
USTR Begins USMCA Dispute Panel on Dairy Trade with Canada
U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai Tuesday announced the U.S. has requested and established a dispute settlement panel under the United States-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) regarding dairy trade. The request seeks to review measures adopted by Canada that “undermine the ability of American dairy exporters to sell a wide range of products to Canadian consumers.” The U.S. is challenging Canada’s allocation of …
Pate Seeks Re-election as Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture & Industries
Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture & Industries Rick Pate announced Tuesday that he will seek re-election as the GOP nominee for Commissioner of Agriculture & Industries in 2022. Pate is currently serving his first term in that position. Thus far during his term, the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries (ADAI) has implemented the statewide branding program “Sweet Grown Alabama”, increased funding …
Natural Ways to Keep Some Bothersome Bugs at Bay
Some natural ways to keep some bothersome bugs at bay. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Instead of spraying the whole yard with toxic pesticides in order to enjoy your time outside, try these natural solutions that will keep mosquitos away. Plant things that they won’t like. For example, Lemon Balm, Basil, Mint, Cat Nip, Rosemary and Lavender. Citronella …
Beef Month Continues in Georgia
May is Beef Month in Georgia, and the annual promotional event continues across the state. Georgia Beef Board (GBB) Director of Public Relations, Taylor Evans, says they have had so many interactions with consumers this month. To learn more about Beef Checkoff funded promotions in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon or go to their website. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Florida Beef Council Conducts Farm to Fork Tour
The Florida Beef Council (FBC) recently conducted a Farm to Fork Tour with a restaurant group, an opportunity that was made possible by the Beef Checkoff program. FBC Chairman Flint Johns explains what the overall tour included. Farm to fork tours like this are designed to help influencers really understand what goes into producing beef. For more information about the …