U.S. Forest Service Releases Findings on the Effects of Drought for Forests and Rangelands

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Industry News Release

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Feb. 1, 2016 — The U.S. Forest Service today released a new report, Effects of Drought on Forests and Rangelands in the United States: A Comprehensive Science Synthesis, that provides a national assessment of peer-reviewed scientific research on the impacts of drought on U.S. forests and rangelands. This report will help the Forest …

Pecan Crop

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

Everett Griner talks about this year’s pecan crop production in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the …

Super Bowl – Avocados

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

What’s green, tasty and is expected to be a hit at this year’s super bowl party? Would you believe avocados? Some may think sales for this tasty treat peaks on holidays like the Fourth of July or Cinco de Mayo. But Cathy Isom has more information about how they actually experience their greatest demand on Super Bowl Sunday. Download Audio …

Still Working to Help Cotton Industry

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia

We told you recently the request by cotton producers that USDA qualify cottonseed for the Price Loss Coverage and Agricultural Risk Coverage safety net programs is still being studied. Vice President of Washington operations for the National Cotton Council, Reece Langley, says it’s an issue they continue to work on every day. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows …

Register Now for Alabama Cattlemen’s Convention

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, General, Livestock

Dr. Billy Powell, executive vice president of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, wants to remind producers that their annual convention is coming up in three weeks and encourages everyone to get registered. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Agriculture’s Future

Dan Agri View, Alabama, General

Everett Griner talks about agriculture’s future in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Super Bowl – Chicken Wings

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Poultry

Chicken wings play a big part each year for Super Bowl parties and today, Cathy Isom fills us in on how many of the tasty treats Americans plan to eat on this coming Sunday. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, …

WOTUS Lawsuits May Take a While

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

During last week’s Cattle Industry Convention in San Diego, one topic that many were discussing was the Waters of the U.S. rule. But as we know, the joint resolution to disapprove the Waters of the U.S. rule passed by both the House and Senate was vetoed by the president. Now there are still lawsuits pending to try and stop it, …

Marketing a Priority for PMA

Josh McGill Alabama, Florida, Fruits, General, Georgia, Seeds, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

PMA board of directors establishes marketing as a strategic priority for PMA From The Produce Marketing Association: Phoenix, Arizona — Last week during the first Produce Marketing Association (PMA) Board of Directors meeting of 2016, the association’s Marketing Task Force recommended that PMA establish marketing as a strategic priority during the next two years. The goal is to drive the …

China Relations

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Aquaculture, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, Fruits, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Seeds, Sheep-Goats, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

Everett Griner talks about agriculture trade with China in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida …