U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville made four stops in Alabama this week talking to farmers about the issues they are having. The stops included Bay Minette, Headland, Boaz and Millbrook where farmers were able to discuss the things they feel are important for the new Farm Bill. Various issues were discussed including labor, which Senator Tuberville noted is a very important …
Alabama Cattlemen to Participate in Farm Bill Listening Session
U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville will be in Alabama today and tomorrow (Aug. 1-2) to take part in four farm bill listening sessions across the state. Three will be held today, with the last one taking place Wednesday morning. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Communications and Legislative Affairs, Kayla Greer, says they will be taking part in that event. The listening sessions will …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In this week’s “Around the State with Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate”, the Commissioner invites farmers around the state to attend their upcoming farm bill discussion public hearings. He and U.S. Senator Tommy Tuberville (R-AL) are providing an opportunity for those who will be impacted by the farm bill to offer input and voice their concerns. Commissioner, tell us more about …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 07-28-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended July 28, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended-July 28, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 10,022 head compared to 8,143 last week and 8,651 …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In this week’s “Around the State with Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate”, we hear about a big event that took place this past weekend, and also about something coming to Alabama the first week of August. But Commissioner, starting with this past weekend’s event, I understand Sweet Grown Alabama Day was held. Thanks Commissioner, and a reminder to support Sweet Grown Alabama every day. For more …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 07-21-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended July 21, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended July 21, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 8,143 head compared to 12,939 last week and …
Sweet Grown Alabama Day is Saturday
Sweet Grown Alabama, the state’s non-profit agricultural branding program, will celebrate all things locally grown for “Sweet Grown Alabama Day” on Saturday, July 22. Participating in Sweet Grown Alabama Day is simple — do at least one activity that supports an Alabama farmer. Consumers can make a purchase from their local farmer, cook a meal made with local ingredients, pick …
Alabama Cattlemen Watching Special Legislative Session
The special session of the Alabama Legislature is underway in Montgomery to redraw Alabama’s congressional district map. But as Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President Erin Beasley notes, there are some other issues they will be watching closely too. For more information, contact the ACA office in Montgomery at 334-265-1867. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In our weekly “Around the State with Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate”, Commissioner with summertime here it’s also annual meeting season. I understand you attended two conferences last week. Can you tell us as little about them? That’s our weekly Around the State with Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner, Rick Pate. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 07-14-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended July 14, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended-July 14, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 13,072 head compared to 0 last week due to …