There has been talk of a possible La Nina affecting the Southeast this winter, and now climatologists have issued a watch which means the development of one is likely.  Report (1:35 mp3)
AL Beef Month History
Beef month is of course underway in Alabama for the 43rd time. But why is it held in October? That question is answered by Alabama Cattlemen Association’s Ed Whatley.  Report (1:30 mp3)
Alabama Food Products Month
Governor Bob Riley has declared October as “Alabama Food Products Month†– a time to enjoy many of the delicious food products created and produced here in Alabama. More than 75 Alabama companies are participating in the month’s promotions, displaying special window signs highlighting Alabama Food Products month and featuring “Buy Alabama’s Best†shelf tags to identify Alabama products throughout …
AL Livestock Market Report
Despite fighting a cold, Dyan Kennedy with the Alabama Department of Agriculture runs through this week’s cattle market numbers from across the state. Â Report (1:00 mp3)Â
AL Women to Learn More About Beef
The Southern Women’s Show kicks off Thursday in Birmingham, and those in attendance will have a chance to get recipes and learn the latest cooking tips for beef.  Report (1:30 mp3)
AL Sparks Named New NASDA President-Elect
Ron Sparks, Alabama’s Agriculture & Industries Commissioner has been named President-Elect of the National Association of State Departments of Agriculture. Â Report (:40 mp3)
AL Promoting Food Products Month
October is Food Products Month in Alabama, and all residents are encouraged to support products created and produced in Alabama. Â Report (:40 mp3)
AL Beef Month Underway
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association wants to make sure everyone across the state knows that October is Beef Month in Alabama. Â Report (:30 mp3)
Hydromulch from Cotton
In cooperation with Cotton Incorporated and the Agricultural Research Service (ARS) of the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), Mulch & Seed Innovations of Alabama has developed new cotton-fiber hydromulch products that help control soil erosion. Report (1:00 mp3) Report (1:00 mp3)
Fairness on the Farm
A new Environmental Defense report, Fairness on the Farm, shows that 37 states would receive between $1 million and $33 million more in annual federal support if some direct payments subsidies were shifted to conservation funding. Alabama and Florida would receive the most benefit – about $26-27 million. FL Report(1:00 mp3) AL Report(1:00 mp3)