Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended October 16, 2020, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ending October 16, 2020, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 14,800 head compared to 14,102 last week and …
Foundation Applications Open For Hurricane Sally Assistance
The Alabama Farmers Agriculture Foundation (AFAF) is accepting applications through Nov. 30 from farmers who suffered losses related to Hurricane Sally. AFAF and Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell said the Foundation established a Hurricane Sally Relief Fund last month in response to calls from farmers and businesses who wanted to help their south Alabama neighbors. “When disaster strikes, I am always …
ADAI Accepting Applications for USDA Organic Cost-Share Reimbursement Program
MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama growers and handlers of organic agricultural products can recover part of the cost associated with their USDA certification. The reimbursement covers 50% of certification costs, up to a maximum of $500. The cost-share program makes it easier for certified organic businesses throughout the supply chain by recouping the costs associated with USDA organic certification. The Alabama …
Signup Underway for Alabama Poultry Farmer Stabilization Grant Program
Through the Alabama Agricultural Stabilization Program (AASP), the application period for the Poultry Farmer Stabilization Grant Program is now open. Applications for the poultry program are available at agi.alabama.gov or crf.alabama.gov through Friday, Nov. 6, 2020. The program was developed to assist poultry farmers that experienced disruptions due to COVID-19. Broiler growers that have experienced down times of more than …
Beefing Up the Blood Supply in Alabama
October Beef Month continues in Alabama, and this week various blood drives are being held. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Director of Education and Outreach, Ali Cantrell, has an update on their “Beefing Up the Blood Supply” events. To learn more about October Beef Month, contact the ACA office in Montgomery or go to their Facebook page. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® …
USDA Crop Report Forecasts Are Within Industry Expectations
USDA released their October crop forecasts last Friday, and according to a story from Stephanie Ho, the corn and soybean numbers are within industry expectations. Here are key findings for the Southern Region from the October Crop Production report: Alabama: Corn area planted for all purposes is estimated at 340,000 acres, down 30,000 acres from the previous estimate. Production is forecast …
Weekly Livestock Market Report Week Ending 10-09-2020
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended October 09, 2020, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the Week ended-October 09, 2020 receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 14,100 head compared to 14,241 last week and 15,292 …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Monthly Blog Series
In September, the Sunbelt Ag Expo announced their new monthly blog series. Due to the fact this year’s Expo will not be held because of Covid-19, a decision was made to do a monthly online event. Each month a new topic will be presented, and this month they are discussing backyard gardening. The blog series takes place every Tuesday on …
Governor Ivey Officially Proclaims October 2020 as Farm to School Month in Alabama
MONTGOMERY, ALA. – Governor Kay Ivey officially proclaims October 2020 as Farm to School Month in Alabama. The Alabama Farm to School Program promotes nutritional practices, fresh and local foods, school gardens and teaching agricultural education in Alabama schools. Local farms play an important role in the Alabama school systems by providing them with a variety of fresh, affordable and …
Cotton, Peanut Harvest Update
The past week has seen cooler, dryer air across the Southeast which has helped in getting cotton and peanut harvest back underway in many areas. According to USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey, a majority of the nation’s cotton bolls are open. But the recent rains have put harvest across much of the Southeast behind, not only last year’s pace, but also …