Ag in Review for the Week of October 29, 2012

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Cotton, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Podcast, Poultry, USDA-NRCS, Weather

A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Checking in on Some of the Rural Residents Affected by Super Storm Sandy

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Poultry, Weather

Most of the news coverage on Super Storm Sandy has been focused on the densely populated areas of New York and New Jersey. But Pennsylvania dairy farmer Dave Williams says the devastating storm has also made its mark on rural areas. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Strong Demand for U.S. Meat in Russia

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Livestock, Pork

While work continues with Russia on key issues concerning meat exports, it has been a good year for both U.S. beef and pork exports to that country. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record …

Alabama’s Best Steak Contest Winner Honored

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Livestock

The Bright Star Restaurant in Bessemer, winner of Alabama’s Best Steak Contest, was the setting this afternoon of the presentation of the winning plaque. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association President, Donna Jo Curtis and Vice President, Jimmy Holliman, made the presentation to owners Jimmy and Nicky Koikos and Business Manager Stacey Craig who told me they were very pleased with this honor. …

2013 Flavor of GA Contest Open for Entries

Randall Weiseman Beef, Dairy, Field Crops, Georgia, Pork, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

Entries are now open for the 2013 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion …

Wheel of Fortune to Feature a Beefy Prize

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Florida, Georgia

Wheel watcher’s will get to see a pretty beefy prize given away on the popular game show. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports …

Transportation Bill Helping during Drought Conditions

Randall Weiseman Cattle, General, Livestock

The transportation bill was passed and signed this past summer and National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Kent Bacus talks about hwo the bill is now being put to use helping farmers and ranchers facing drought conditions. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …

Animal Ag Key to U.S. Soybean Farmer Success

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Livestock, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans

A new report shows just how important animal agriculture is for the U.S. soy industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education …

Trap for Criminals on the Farm

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Sugar, Vegetables

This is a novel way to catch a crook. Everett Griner gives us the story, and a few precautions. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

More Beef Could Mean Better Cognition As You Age

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Beef, Florida, General, Georgia

New research has shown that a high-protein, low-carb diet doesn’t just aid in weight loss, but could also help prevent the onset of cognitive impairment in older people. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …