Early Registration Opens for the 2026 Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention in Mobile The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) has officially opened early registration for its highly anticipated 2026 Convention and Trade Show, set to take place March 6–7, 2026, in Mobile, Alabama. Erin Beasley, Executive Vice President of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, shared her excitement about the event’s return to the …
Department of Labor Reopens Operations To Process H-2A Applications
The U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) has reopened a portion of its operations despite the ongoing federal government shutdown to process H-2A applications. As many agricultural producers begin preparing for the spring 2026 harvest, this reopening means that the DOL can now resume processing labor certification applications and prevailing wage determinations in the H-2A program. This move is especially significant …
Tracking Commodities
Platinum, Silver, and Gold Lead the 2025 Bottom Line Report Commodity Rankings According to the latest Bottom Line Report, which tracks 48 commodities daily, the strongest performers so far this year are precious metals, with platinum, silver, and gold taking the top three spots. The report monitors a broad range of markets—livestock, grains, energy, precious metals, and soft commodities—to gauge …
Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle Industry
Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funds Research That Impacts the Future of Florida’s Cattle Industry Florida’s cattle industry is a cornerstone of the state’s agricultural heritage, and its future depends on innovation, sustainability, and research-driven progress. The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board (FCEB) plays a vital role in funding studies and initiatives that help cattle producers adapt to modern challenges, improve herd …
Envu Shares Update on Interactions At Sunbelt Ag Expo
Forage Production Takes Center Stage at the Sunbelt Ag Expo Forage production is a critical part of raising healthy, productive livestock, and this year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo highlighted innovative ways to improve hay and pasture management. Attendees from across the Southeast gathered to explore the latest tools, technologies, and products designed to help producers boost their forage yields and improve …
President Trump Shares News on China Trade Talks
President Trump Announces Major Farm-Related Trade Update With China Donald J. Trump recently took to social media to share a significant update on trade talks with China’s leader Xi Jinping, emphasizing farm-sector gains for American producers: “We agreed on many things, with others, even of high importance, being very close to resolved. I was extremely honored by the fact that …
Alabama Department of Ag Announces Specialty Crop Block Grant Program Projects
Alabama Receives $519,000 in USDA Specialty Crop Block Grant Funding The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) awarded $519,000 to Alabama through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). This funding will support 14 projects designed to enhance the competitiveness, marketing, education, and research of Alabama’s growing specialty crop sector. …
USMEF Reaction to Trade Deals
U.S. Meat Export Federation Applauds New Trade Agreements with ASEAN Nations The U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced reciprocal trade agreements with Cambodia and Malaysia, along with new frameworks for agreements with Vietnam and Thailand — a move that could open significant new opportunities for American red meat exports. The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is welcoming the announcement as …
Florida Farm Bureau Awards Lifetime Achievement Award To Bubba Hall
Frankie “Bubba” Hall Receives 2025 Pat Cockrell Lifetime Achievement Award The Florida Farm Bureau Federation (FFBF) has recognized Frankie “Bubba” Hall of Alachua County with the 2025 Pat Cockrell Lifetime Achievement Award, one of the organization’s highest honors. The award was presented during the President’s Awards Banquet at the 84th annual Florida Farm Bureau state meeting at the Daytona Beach …
Pork Industry Celebrates 40 Years of the Pork Checkoff
Pork Industry Marks 40 Years of the Pork Checkoff As October Pork Month comes to a close, the National Pork Board and state pork associations are celebrating a milestone — the 40th anniversary of the Pork Checkoff. For four decades, the program has driven marketing, research, and education efforts to promote U.S. pork and support producers nationwide. Approved by pork …










