Getting Congress to take up and pass the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement this year is the top priority of many organizations, including the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association and National Pork Producers Council. While some feel it could be considered during the “lame duck” session, or after the November 8 election and the end of the year, others are not so …
Southeast Pastures Suffering
Dry conditions in this part of the country continue to affect pastures, especially across parts of Alabama and Georgia. USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, looks at trouble spots in the latest nationwide pasture and rangeland condition report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers …
Animal Agriculture Alliance Alarmed by Unlawful Activity
The Animal Agriculture Alliance released information this week that they were extremely alarmed by the recent actions of the radical animal rights group, Direct Action Everywhere. Last week the group released video footage it claims was obtained during “stealth visits” to a California egg farm. But according to Hannah Thompson with the Animal Ag Alliance, the group did not seek …
Alabama Students Getting BQA Certified Online for Free
The online certification process for the Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program is actually being offered for free right now, thanks to Boehringer Ingelheim Vetmedica, Inc. And in our weekly “BQA Quality Report”, brought to you by your state and national checkoff funded Beef Quality Assurance programs, Erin Beasley with the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association says they are really promoting this free …
Florida Producers Reminded of Disaster Assistance from Hurricane Matthew
USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Florida wants to remind farmers and livestock producers about the various federal farm programs that may be available to help those who experienced heavy rains, flooding and other qualifying natural disaster events related to Hurricane Matthew. Florida FSA Executive Director Rick Dantzler says their state emergency board is meeting Thursday morning. Download Audio Sponsored …
Alabama Extension Launches New Drought Website
From the Alabama Cooperative Extension System: AUBURN, Ala. – The Alabama Cooperative Extension System launched a new website to help farmers and producers combat drought conditions. Alabama is experiencing exceptionally dry conditions this year. Some parts of the state need as much as 15 inches of rain to Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through …
Thursday is Beef Day at the Farmer’s Market in Montgomery
From the Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries: MONTGOMERY, AL— Commissioner of Agriculture John McMillan and the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association will honor Montgomery Department of Public Safety personnel at Beef Day at the Farmer’s Market on Thursday, Oct. 27 from 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the State Farmer’s Market in Montgomery. October is Beef Month in Alabama and Beef …
UF/IFAS Range Cattle REC to Celebrate 75 Years
From the University of Florida/IFAS: ONA, Fla. — Ranchers, University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences faculty and friends will gather Oct. 27 at the UF/IFAS Range Cattle Research and Education Center to celebrate the facility’s 75th anniversary of providing the best science for the cattle industry. Among the scheduled speakers during the day’s festivities are Jack Payne, …
More than 3,000 Acres of Economically, Environmentally Sensitive Ranch Land Preserved in Florida
From the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – The Governor and Cabinet today unanimously approved the preservation of more than 3,000 acres of environmentally sensitive agricultural lands in Polk and Okeechobee counties, while allowing the land and agriculture operations to continue to contribute to Florida’s economy. The purchases are a part of the Rural and Family …
Wetland Reserve Easement Sign-up Underway in Florida
Agricultural landowners and Indian tribes in Florida are being reminded applications are being accepted for a Wetland Reserve Easement. This sign-up period will run until November 15, 2016 for fiscal year 2017 funding. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune …