Youth Day at the Capitol Recognizes Young Georgia Equestrians

Randall Weiseman Equine, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock

From the Georgia Department of Agriculture: The Georgia Commodity Commission for Equine held their annual Youth Day at the Capitol on Tuesday, Feb. 2, 2016, where 110 equestrian youths from around the state of Georgia were honored for their achievements. The event recognized youths, ages 6 to 19, who won first place in a state horse show, or a Sponsored …

Citrus Industry This Week: Less Stressful Production; Success with Microbes

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Florida, General

Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week includes steps to less stressful production and information about how microbes are making a difference in Doug Holmberg’s grove. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe. Click here to subscribe to the monthly Citrus Industry magazine. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture …

Georgia Peanut Commission Holds Research Report Day

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, General, Industry News Release, Peanuts

The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) held its annual Research Report Day on Wednesday in Tifton. Research Committee chairman, Donald Chase, says information was provided on the peanut research projects funded by GPC in 2015. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers …

What Happened to U.S. Agricultural Exports in 2015?

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

The latest round of USDA crop forecasts is reflecting lower than expected export prospects for many products, as 2015 was a challenging year for many U.S. products. That includes meat exports, as both pork and beef came in below 2014 levels. But Gary Crawford reports those figures show what most people had expected. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Corah Speaks to Southeast Cattle Producers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

The 31st annual Northwest Florida Beef Conference and Trade Show took place Wednesday in Marianna, Florida and a big crowd of producers were on hand to hear a variety of speakers covering the main topic, “Profitable Ranching in a Declining Market”. The keynote speaker was Dr. Larry Corah, who has served the beef industry in several roles: Vice President of …

USDA Projects Third Year of Net Farm Income Declines

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops

USDA expects another drop in net farm income for 2016. The USDA Economic Research Service has predicted a 2.5 percent decline in net cash farm income, forecasted at $54.8 billion this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research …

UGA Summit on Women in Agriculture Pulls Attendees from Throughout Southeast

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Seeds, Specialty Crops

From the University of Georgia/CAES: Athens, Ga. – More than 150 agricultural leaders from across 13 Southern states and Washington, D.C., converged on the University of Georgia’s campus in Athens on Feb. 8 to discuss leadership roles for women in agriculture. “The delegates at this summit represent the future of agriculture,” said UGA President Jere W. Morehead in his welcoming …

Valentine’s Flowers

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Nursery Crops

In case you’ve ever wondered what is happening to a lot of those Valentine’s Day flowers and treats that come from far away before being delivered to you, Cathy Isom has a story which explains what those flowers go through on that trip. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR …

Peanut Contracts and Exports Update

Randall Weiseman Field Crops, Peanuts

Tyron Spearman has an update concerning peanut contracts that are currently being offered, along with the latest numbers concerning the exports of U.S. peanuts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Southeast AgNet This Week

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Southeast AgNet This Week: GA Cotton Producers – Submit Your Votes for GCC Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes information about the opportunity for Georgia cotton producers to vote on renewing the $1 bale assessment and a report on Congresswoman Graham’s industry tour of Florida. Click here to view this weeks issue. Want more? Click here to subscribe. Sponsored ContentFlorida …