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 ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle …
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 …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In this week’s “Around the State with Commissioner Rick Pate”, Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman asked the Commissioner about a special event taking place today, January 16th. That’s our weekly Around the State with Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner, Rick Pate. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 01-13-2023
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended January 13, 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 13, 2023, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 15,800 head compared to 8,399 last week and …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Convention Coming Next Month
The 2023 Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Convention is an event producers across the state do not want to miss. ACA Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says they invite everyone to join them in Montgomery this year. Registration information for the Convention, which will be held February 17-18, is on the ACA website. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril …
Alabama Couple Named Nation’s Top Young Farm Family
(ALFA/SAN JUAN, PUERTO RICO, Jan. 9, 2023) — Alabama farmers Daniel and Carla Trantham today were named the nation’s top young farm family during American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Convention in San Juan, Puerto Rico. This is the first time an Alabama Farmers Federation farm family has won the Achievement Award. “From the moment I saw the state award given at a state conference, winning this contest was my goal,” Daniel said. “This national award was the icing on …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
It’s time for our weekly “Around the State with Commissioner Rick Pate”. Commissioner, I understand you want to share some information about a specific program the department started in Alabama this year that helps farmers and underserved communities. That phone number again is 334-240-7247. And that’s our weekly Around the State with Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner, Rick Pate. Sponsored …