Alabama Farmer of Year Recognized at Sunbelt

By Clint Thompson The Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year luncheon this week brought together the top farmers from across the Southeast. That included Alabama Farmer of the Year Dr. Nealy Barrett Jr. He expressed humility and gratitude for being up for the honor on Tuesday alongside farmers from neighboring states like Arkansas, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, South Carolina …

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Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Encourages Membership Signups

Join the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Before the 2025 Membership Year Ends Membership is the lifeblood of any cattlemen’s association, and that holds especially true in Alabama. We spoke with Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, who shared why now is the perfect time for producers to get involved. “We’re coming to the end of the 2025 membership year and …

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Lettuce Distribution Expanded in Alabama Through Grant

Extreme Green Farms Awarded $165,000 RFSI Grant to Expand Local Food Capacity The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries announced this week a major investment into the state’s local food infrastructure. Commissioner Rick Pate and his team awarded Extreme Green Farms a $165,000 grant through the Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program, a move aimed at improving both storage and …

Beef Month

October is Beef Month in Alabama

Alabama Cattlemen Celebrate 61st Annual Beef Month This October The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is proud to kick off October as Beef Month in Alabama, now celebrating its 61st year. This long-standing tradition recognizes the contributions of Alabama’s beef cattle industry, while promoting the enjoyment and nutritional value of beef across the state. Erin Beasley, Executive Vice President of the Alabama …

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October Proclaimed as Alabama’s Farm To School Month

October Proclaimed Farm to School Month in Alabama Governor Kay Ivey has officially proclaimed October as Farm to School Month in Alabama, celebrating the meaningful connection between local farmers, students, and schools. The proclamation brings attention to the Alabama Farm to School Program, which continues to grow in both impact and investment. Since October 2020, the program has received $1.595 …

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October 12th Proclaimed as Farmers Day in Alabama

Governor Kay Ivey Proclaims October 12 as Farmer’s Day in Alabama Farmers across Alabama are getting long-overdue recognition thanks to a new statewide observance. Last week, Governor Kay Ivey officially proclaimed October 12th as Farmer’s Day in Alabama, joined by Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Rick Pate. We spoke with Commissioner Pate to learn what inspired this important …