Bovine viral diarrhea virus (BVDV) is something many cattle producers are always keeping an eye out for. But Dr. Peggy Thompson, cattle professional services veterinarian for Boehringer Ingelheim (BI), wants to make sure you are aware that one strain is becoming more prevalent. And Dr. Thompson invites growers to learn more on the new B.I. website, bvdvtracker.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL …
Fire Safety Tips: Christmas Tree Disposal
(FDACS) — The Florida Forest Service is encouraging Floridians to dispose of Christmas trees safely. Dry limbs and needles from discarded Christmas trees can be an ignition source for fire if not properly cleared away from homes and natural areas. “We are encouraging all residents and visitors to be vigilant this holiday season,” said Commissioner of Agriculture Nikki Fried. “Trees discarded improperly can quickly turn …
Small Family Farms and Off-Farm Income
Several small-sized farms in the United States rely on the principal operator or spouse to bring in off-farm income, but how does that affect the farm’s bottom line? Rod Bain has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …
FMC Tackling Corn Earworms in Cotton
FMC wants cotton growers to know BT trait failure is an issue they have been discussing with entomologists, as corn earworms have become a concern. Matthew Wiggins, technical service manager for FMC, says Prevathon insect control offers very good contact. And Wiggins said scouting your crop after bloom will be important. For more information, contact your FMC representative or go to their …
Speakers Announced for Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting
The Georgia Cotton Commission has announced the guest speakers for its 13th Annual Meeting scheduled for Wednesday, Jan. 29. The annual meeting, in conjunction with the University of Georgia (UGA) Cotton Production Workshop, will be held at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center. The program speakers are Kent Fountain, vice chairman, National Cotton Council of America; Melissa Bastos, director of market research, Cotton …
Foreign Agricultural Service Breaking Down Barriers
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS) continues working to breaking down barriers. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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
Caring for Your Full-Grown Tomato Plants
Continuing her series on tomatoes, Cathy Isom has a few tips for you about caring for your full grown tomato plants. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. What started as a project months ago with just a container, some seeds, and potting soil is now becoming a full blown harvest. Your plants are growing and thriving in your …
A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer
As we celebrate Christmas Day, Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman brings back an old favorite, “A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer”, written by S. Omar Barker. A Cowboy’s Christmas Prayer by S. Omar Barker (1895-1985) I ain’t much good at prayin’,and You may not know me, Lord —For I ain’t much seen in churches,where they preach Thy Holy Word.But you may have observed …
Santa Works on Christmas–So Do Dairy Farmers and their Cows
If you want to be like Santa and work all during Christmas, then get into the dairy business. Gary Crawford has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 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 …
When to Transplant Tomato Seedlings
Cathy Isom continues her series on tomatoes by filling you in on when to transplant tomatoes seedlings outdoors. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. When to transplant tomato seedlings outdoors will depend on your last frost date and the actual weather. Err on the side of caution; if you put the plants out too early they could …