Beef was the focus of a recent workshop for teachers that Georgia Beef Board’s Brooke Williams said various folks were there to explain all aspects of the beef industry. Download Audio
Food Research
Everett Griner explains how cuts in ag research will slow production. Download Audio
Various Topics at Cattle Industry Summer Conference
Cattle producers from across the country are taking part in the 2011 Cattle Industry Summer Conference as NCBA CEO Forrest Roberts said they are focused on three major areas. Download Audio The 2011 Cattle Industry Summer Conference runs through Thursday at the Gaylord Palms Resort & Convention Center in Kissimmee, Florida. More info can be found at www.beefusa.org
Discussing Beef Industry Long Range Plan
The 2011 Cattle Industry Summer Conference officially kicks off today with a variety of committee meetings in Kissimmee, Florida. And one topic of discussion this week will be the Beef Industry Long Range Plan. Download Audio More information about the 2011 Cattle Industry Summer Conference is available at www.beefusa.org.
Ag in Review for the Week of July 25, 2011
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast.
Farming Facts
Today’s farmers are facing huge responsibilities. Everett Griner tells us what some of these are. Download Audio
Beef Checkoff Provides Important Information
In this week’s “Get to know your beef checkoff”, brought to you by the beef checkoff, Steve Blackburn from Waynesboro, Georgia talks about an instance where the checkoff provided information to help get the message across to employees at a doctor’s office that was very persuasive. Download Audio To learn more about your beef checkoff go to mybeefcheckoff.com.
Non-Passage of FTAs Not Good for Ag Industry
The American Meat Institute notes 4 years of trade benefits for U.S. farmers, ranchers and food processors have been forfeited due to inaction on the Korea, Colombia and Panama free trade agreements and their studies show
Florida Beef Producers Take MBA Program
Those who serve on the Florida Beef Council, along with a few others, were busy yesterday taking part in the Masters of Beef Advocacy program. One of those participating was Patty Barthle from Pasco County, who said she will most definitely benefit from it. Download Audio
GA Beef Debuts at Atlanta Dining Event
Georgia Beef Board’s Brooke Williams explains how they were involved in a recent event called “To Live and Dine in Atlanta”. Download Audio