The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is investing up to $12 million in partnerships that expand access to conservation technical assistance for livestock producers and increase the use of conservation practices on grazing lands. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is accepting proposals through its Grazing Lands Conservation Initiative (GLCI) until September 22, 2022. NRCS Associate Chief Louis Aspey talks about the various partners, …
AFIA Releases State of the U.S. Feed Industry Report
The American Feed Industry Association (AIFA) released its annual “Our Industry, Our Promise,” report Wednesday. The report details the challenges the U.S. feed and pet food industry faced over the past year, and the steps the AFIA took to address member priorities. The report provides an overview of the segment’s impact on the U.S. economy, its efforts to promote animal …
ADAI Pate responds to Borden Dairy Production Facility Closures
(ADAI/MONTGOMERY, AL/08-24-2022) — The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) is aware of the upcoming closure of the Borden Dairy production facilities in Dothan, Ala. and Hattiesburg, Miss. on September 30 and the effect it will have on school milk contracts. Borden Dairy packages 8 oz. cartons of milk for schools, so while the packaging will be limited, the supply …
USDA Adjusts Meat Production Forecasts
USDA did adjust the beef and pork production forecasts for both 2022 and 2023. Rod Bain has more information about the latest numbers. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses the latest outlooks for domestic poultry production and price for both this year and next. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida …
Alabama Cattlemen Serve Ribeye Samples to Baseball Crowd
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) has been involved in a variety of events this summer, including a recent baseball game in Birmingham. ACA Director of Education and Outreach, Ali Cantrell, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman it went really well and explains what they served at the Baron’s game. To learn more about Beef Checkoff promotions in Alabama, contact the ACA office in Montgomery …
USDA Forecasts More Milk Production, Lower Prices
USDA’s latest adjustments in milk production and price forecasts reflect a rise in milk production, and lower prices. Rod Bain has the story. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chair Mark Jekanowski discusses the latest changes in USDA’s August milk product and class price forecasts. Sponsored ContentStrong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …
Some Unexpected Numbers in New Cattle on Feed Report
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) released their August Cattle on Feed Report Friday, and the new numbers show cattle and calves on feed for the slaughter market in the U.S. for feedlots with capacity of 1,000 or more head was 11.2 million head on August 1, 2022. That is up 1 percent compared to August 1, 2021 and is the second …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 08-19-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended August 19, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended August 19, 2022, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 13,300 head compared to 12,485 last week and …
Scholarships to Help Producers Attend Cattle Industry Convention
The 2023 Cattle Industry Convention and NCBA Trade Show will be held February 1-3, 2023 in New Orleans, and the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is offering funding to help offset some costs for producers. Scholarship recipients receive a complimentary Education Package registration and discounted housing accommodations for three nights. Scholarships will be awarded to up to five beef cattle industry members, …
U.S., Mexico Dairy Sectors Recommit to Binational Cooperation
Leading dairy representatives from the United States and Mexico gathered at Dairy Farmers of America headquarters in Kansas City, Missouri this week to discuss strengthening cross-border cooperation on dairy issues. The National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and the U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) served as the U.S. hosts and event organizers. NMPF notes that during the fifth annual meeting, the U.S. and Mexican dairy …