The 2017 Alabama legislative session continues, and with an update on what transpired this past week here’s Alabama Agribusiness Council’s Executive Director Leigha Cauthen. 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, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or …
Signup Deadline for Alabama NRCS Initiative is Monday
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama wants to pass along a quick reminder that Monday, April 17 is the signup deadline for a new Urban High Tunnel Initiative focused on addressing conservation in Alabama’s urban areas. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
Order Rescinding the Prohibition of Poultry Exhibitions and the Assembling of Poultry to be Sold Issued
After weeks of extensive testing of both commercial and backyard flocks within the surveillance zones established in Alabama, there has been no new detection of avian influenza. Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries John McMillan, in consultation with state veterinarian Dr. Tony Frazier, officially rescinds the Order Prohibiting Poultry Exhibitions and the Assembly of Poultry to be Sold in Alabama*. This …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Pleased with Kay Ivey as Governor
A swearing-in ceremony was held Monday evening for Alabama’s second woman governor, Kay Ivey. And various ag leaders across the state welcomed her as the new governor, including Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Executive Vice President, Dr. Billy Powell. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Preparing for Annual Field Day
While July is still a few months away, Director of the Sunbelt Ag Expo, Chip Blalock, says field work is well underway in preparation for the annual Field Day event which will be held July 13th in Moultrie, Georgia. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Alabama Farmers Federation Welcomes Kay Ivey
by Jeff Helms, Alabama Farmers Federation The Alabama Farmers Federation today welcomed Kay Ivey as Alabama’s 54th governor, noting her rural background and appreciation of farmers is good news for Alabama agriculture. Federation President Jimmy Parnell expressed confidence in Ivey’s leadership. “Gov. Ivey has always been a friend to farmers,” Parnell said. “She understands the importance of agriculture and forestry …
Commissioner John McMillan’s Statement on Governor Kay Ivey Being Sworn In
“I have already offered my full support to Governor Kay Ivey and I pledge to assist her in any way moving forward. Alabamians deserve elected leaders who put the people of Alabama first.“ 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, …
Weekly Livestock Market Report
Here are the Alabama and Georgia livestock market reports for the week ending April 7th, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for both states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week ended April 7th, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 8,700 head compared to 11,378 last week and 10,014 year ago. Compared to one …
Alabama Lawmakers Get Back to Work
Alabama lawmakers were back in Montgomery this week after taking their annual spring break. Alabama Agribusiness Council’s Executive Director, Leigha Cauthen, looks at some of the issues of interest to agriculture that were discussed. 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 …
Alabama Junior/Senior High School Cookoff is Saturday
The Alabama State Beef checkoff is proud to once again help support the annual Alabama Junior/Senior High School Cookoff. It will be held this Saturday, April 8 at Carver High School in Montgomery. Students will participate for various awards in both the junior and senior north and south division winners, and of course the overall best of beef distinction. More …