AFBF Asks Presidential Candidates about Ag Issues

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Environment, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Water

Many eyes were on the presidential debate Monday night, which did not really cover issues concerning agriculture. But the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) recently asked the two major party presidential candidates their views on issues important to agriculture. Hillary Clinton and Donald Trump both responded to AFBF’s questions on everything from environmental and regulatory issues to Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares …

Peanut Processor Completes Expansion

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Georgia, Peanuts

A peanut and nut processor in Georgia recently announced they had completed their major expansion project. Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future …

Signup Batching Date for NRCS Programs in Alabama is October 21

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Forestry, General, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS

It was announced last week that October 21 is the sign-up batching date for Alabama producers for 2017 funding for EQIP, RCPP, CSP and ACEP. Steve Musser, assistant state conservationist for programs for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama (NRCS), invites producers to stop by its local NRCS office. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending September 23, 2016

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Trade

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look at how the major Presidential candidates feel about WOTUS, that a 13-year ban on U.S. beef exports to China is ending, why cotton growers are being reminded to “Keep it Clean”, a new record for peanut exports, Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember …

Weekly Livestock Market Report

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Georgia, Livestock

Here are the Alabama and Georgia cattle market reports for the week ending September 23rd, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for both states. AL: Download Audio GA: Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle …

Clinton in Favor of WOTUS, Trump Against

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, Water

The Presidential candidates are split when it comes to the Environmental Protection Agency’s Waters of the U.S. rule. This week, Democratic candidate Hilary Clinton told Farm Futures she supports the rule that seeks to clarify the types of water the EPA can regulate under the Clean Water Act. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR …

Farmers Urging Congress to Swiftly Move on TPP Agreement

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Trade

Through groups like the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA) and the American Farm Bureau, thousands of farmers are asking Congress to approve the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) trade agreement quickly. NCGA says more than 6,000 farmers have written letters to Congress urging passage of the agreement this year. NCGA is delivering those letters to lawmakers this week. Meanwhile, Farm Bureau joined …

Ag Confidence Continues to Decline

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops

The recent Ag Confidence Index compiled by DTN reached the lowest score recorded since the poll began. Known as the ACI, the August results from farmer surveys produced the lowest score, of 72 in the seven-year history of the index. One year ago, the ACI was a more neutral 98. The data reflects a 27 percent drop in confidence from …

Alabama Landowners Reminded of NRCS Signup Batching Deadline

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Environment, Field Crops, Forestry, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops, USDA-NRCS, Water

USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama has announced that October 21st is the signup batching date for producers interested in 2017 funding for four of their conservation programs. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida …

Report Shows EPA Continues to Enforce WOTUS

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Environment, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, Water

A new report shows despite a court order injunction, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to enforce the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) rule. Scott Yager, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) Environmental Counsel, discusses that Senate Environment and Public Works Committee report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember …