USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama wants to remind producers across the state all of the programs they offer have continuous signup. Alabama State Conservationist, Ben Malone, says that includes both the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) and Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP). Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Talking Peanuts at Growers Conference
The 21st annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference is underway at the Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida. The three-day event is providing farmers with information about peanut production, legislative issues, marketing and promotions. AgWired’s Chuck Zimmerman was able to catch up with the executive directors of the Alabama Peanut Producers Association, Florida Peanut Producers Association and Georgia Peanut …
Cotton Leafroll Dwarf Virus Present in Alabama Cotton, Scouting Essential
AUBURN UNIVERSITY, Ala. (ACES) —Extension professionals have already confirmed the presence of Cotton leafroll dwarf virus (CLRDV)—the causal agent of Cotton Blue Disease—on multiple research substations across Alabama. The aphid transmitted disease has been monitored closely since its appearance in cotton fields during the fall of 2017. Kassie Conner, an Alabama Extension plant pathologist, said the virus was confirmed in …
Alabama YCLP Holds Second Session
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) continues efforts to cultivate future leaders of the association and industry through the Young Cattlemen’s Leadership Program (YCLP). Funded in part by the Alabama State Beef Checkoff, YCLP develops young cattlemen into leaders of the future. According to ACA Director of Field Services Morgan Pounds, the YCLP just completed its second session. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
Everett Griner Bids Farewell to Farm Broadcasting
Imagine being so passionate about your work that you never want to retire. That’s how Everett Griner feels about broadcasting. But at age 92, he has decided to turn off his microphone and hang it up for good. BACK TO THE BEGINNINGS Griner has been all around the world, thanks to his military experience. In the 1940s, instead of going …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 07-12-19
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended July 12, 2019, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week ended July 12, 2019, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 12,800 head compared to 00,000 last week and …
Feral Swine Eradication Signup Continues
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) reminds Southeast landowners that signup for the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program (FSCP) continues. It was developed to respond to the threat that feral swine pose to agriculture, native ecosystems, and human and animal health. The first round of pilot projects in the program are being offered in …
AJCA Round-Up Is Next Week
The 13th Annual Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association (AJCA) Round-Up will be held July 18-21 in Montgomery. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association’s new director of field services, Morgan Pounds, says there will be approximately 120 participants this year. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, …
ADAI Accepting Applications for Temporary Employment during 2019 Peanut Harvest
MONTGOMERY (ADAI) — The Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries (ADAI) will be accepting applications and conducting interviews for temporary employment between the hours of 10:00 AM and 2:00 PM on the dates and at the locations listed below. Applications are only accepted by applicants that attend one of the following interview sessions. August 9th: Andalusia Public Library – 212 …
Alabama Riparian Habitat Initiative Signup Ends Monday
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama, wants to remind producers the Riparian Habitat Initiative signup ends Monday, July 8. NRCS, in partnership with the Alabama Soil and Water Conservation Committee, is accepting applications for the new initiative, which is focused on improving water quality and improving riparian area habitat through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). The intent of the …