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FFA National Convention

Indianapolis is turning blue, and the city loves it. For the 99th time, FFA members from all 50 states, Puerto Rico, gather for their annual convention and expo. It begins today in Indianapolis. Kansas City holds memories for many FFA alumni. Yours truly included, as does Louisville, Kentucky. But Indianapolis is home, and FFA has signed agreements to keep it …

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ACA Reflects on Partnerships in Action Conference

The Partnerships in Action conference was held recently. Kayla Greer with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) sat down with Southeast AgNet to tell us more. “Last week, Bailey Watson and I on our staff made the trek out to Denver, Colorado to attend the annual Partnerships in Action conference. And that is just, that’s an event that is hosted by …

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FBC Recaps Partnerships in Action Conference

The Partnerships in Action Conference was held recently. Deanne Maples with the Florida Beef Council (FBC) sat down with Southeast AgNet to tell us more. “Yeah, that’s the annual gathering that brings State Beef Council staff from across the country together to meet in Denver with the team at the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, the team out there that works …

1st Day of Sunbelt Ag Expo

Today’s the big day The Sunbelt Ag Expo opened this morning at 8:30 and will be open all day today to 4 p.m. It is the biggest farm show in America with demonstration of Agricultural equipment in the field they have a hundred-acre show site and you’re invited to come. Chip Blalock, the show director says the Sunbelt Expo showcases …

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Sunbelt Ag Expo Opens

This is the week. The Sunbelt Ag Expo is opening up on Tuesday through Thursday in Moultrie, Georgia at Spence Field. Gates open at 8 30 in the morning and will close at 4 except on Thursday, which will run to 3 o’clock. Admission to the gate is $15 per person. Advance and discount tickets are now being purchased online. …

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Georgia National Fair Celebrates America 250

Peanut farmers are busy in the field getting the rest of this crop in. Only about half have been delivered so far. We’re watching lots of celebrations saluting the peanut, including the Georgia National Fair. It continues through October the 18th. It is showcasing a variety of attractions including ag exhibits, entertainment, and competition. This year the fair theme through …

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800 Exhibitors Plan to Attend Sunbelt Ag Expo

Make your plans now to come to the Sunbelt Ag Expo at Moultrie, Georgia coming up October 20, 21, and 22. Three days of fantastic agricultural fun. 800 exhibitors have signed up and it’s going to be a big day. Livestock seminars will highlight that area. We’ll have seminars on sheep and goat, equine, dairy, and poultry. University researchers are …

Sunbelt Ag Expo

Features at the Sunbelt Ag Expo

I know you’re making plans to come to the Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia coming up October 20, 21, and 22. Over 800 exhibitors will display and demonstrate various products and welcome thousands of visitors. Some of the highlights include the Expo honoring South Carolina. That’ll be the featured state this year, the spotlight state. South Carolina from A …

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Sunbelt Ag Expo One Week Away

Well, just a week away, the Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia will celebrate the 48th annual meeting. That’s October 20th through 22nd. Over 800 exhibitors will display and demonstrate products and welcome thousands of folks coming to the 100-acre show site. It’s crowned as America’s premier farm show and the largest farm show in America with field demonstrations. The …

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The 15th Annual Peanut Butter Challenge

University of Florida Extension Service and Florida A&M are all teaming together to again sponsor the 15th annual Peanut Butter Challenge. During October and November, all collected peanut butter will be distributed to local food pantries this winter. A total of 38 of Florida’s Extension Service offices will be collecting the protein-packed favorite. Participating county extension offices will collect sealed, …