In our weekly “Around the State with Commissioner Rick Pate”, we learn more about a program that not only helps Alabama farmers but also benefits the senior citizens in the state. Commissioner, what is this program? For more information about the SFMNP, visit www.fma.alabama.gov or call 334-240-7247. That’s our weekly Around the State with Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner, Rick Pate. Sponsored …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 02-03-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended February 3, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended February 03, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 7,700 head compared to 8,188 last week and …
Alabama Cattlemen Will be Well Represented in New Orleans
This is a big week for cattle producers across the country, as the annual Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show is taking place in New Orleans. And according to Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, the Alabama cattle industry will be well represented there. And Beasley reminds cattle producers the annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention will be held February 17-18 in …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
Back during the first week of December last year, the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) confirmed Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a non-commercial backyard flock in Lawrence County. This week’s “Around the State with Commissioner Rick Pate” features Alabama State Veterinarian Dr. Tony Frazier. He told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman how important it is for commercial and backyard poultry operations to …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 01-27-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended January 27, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended January 27, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 8,200 head compared to 14,599 last week and …
2022 Alabama Cotton Crop Better Than Expected
By Will Jordan Alabama cotton producers benefited from favorable late-season weather conditions in 2022. It led to a high-quality crop yield, according to Steve Brown, Alabama Extension cotton agronomist at Auburn University. Brown summed up 2022’s crop yield as, “better than expected.” “Fiber quality was extremely good, especially in terms of color because of the weather in mid-September,” Brown said, …
Alabama Cattlemen’s County Meeting Season Underway
The first couple of months each year, members of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) get together in their respective counties for annual meetings. ACA Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says it is meeting season once again. And Beasley wants to remind everyone that the annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention registration continues. It will be held February 17-18, and more information is available on …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In this week’s “Around the State with Commissioner Rick Pate”, 2022 crop numbers are of interest to some around Alabama. Commissioner, could you share some of that information with us? That’s our weekly Around the State with Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner, Rick Pate. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities That Spark Research ProjectsApril 3, 2026United Dairy Farmers …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 01-20-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended January 20, 2023, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended January 20, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 14,400 head compared to 15,820 last week and …
Alabama Cattlemen Attend Inauguration Day in Montgomery
Monday was a big day in Montgomery, as Alabama’s top elected officials were sworn in during the inauguration ceremony. Many folks were on hand for the various events held during the day, including a few members of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA). ACA Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says it was a wonderful celebration. And a reminder, the annual Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Convention …