Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Economy”
It was announced this week that Protect The Harvest is suspending their operations. Mark Oppold has more details as to why this is happening. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025
McDonald’s has filed a lawsuit against Tyson Foods, JBS, and other major meat packing companies. The fast food chain is accusing the packers of colluding for years to limit beef supplies. The suit says that the collusion allowed the companies to boost their profits while forcing McDonald’s to pay inflated prices for their meat supplies. McDonald’s says the companies conspired …
Many traders are keeping a close eye on Wall Street this week. Mark Oppold looks at what a recent article noted about agricultural stocks. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025
(USDA/WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2024) — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack announced additional assistance from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to help producers impacted by Hurricane Helene in the recovery process. USDA is announcing the counties that have triggered for payment under the Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index (HIP-WI) endorsement for Hurricane Helene. As a result, Approved Insurance Providers (AIP) have 30 days …
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation is hosting a relief effort benefitting cattle producers in Florida, Georgia and North Carolina affected by the recent hurricanes. In coordination with each state Cattlemen’s Association, the effort focuses on collecting fencing materials and monetary donations. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, says they are working to help their neighbors. Donations being accepted include …
Many folks were affected by Hurricane Milton when it moved across the Florida peninsula last week, and that includes agriculture. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes power outages and other challenges facing Florida dairy and farm operators affected by the storm. This is something that Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Executive Vice President, Jim Handley talked about with Southeast AgNet when describing what they …
Weather issues are being dealt with in various areas around country right now. Mark Oppold has more on that, along with a reminder about corporate earnings reports. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025
(FDACS/TALLAHASSEE, FL/October 15, 2024) — Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced that Florida farmers, ranchers, and growers impacted by Hurricane Milton can now apply for interest-free loans through the Agriculture and Aquaculture Producers Natural Disaster Recovery Loan Program. Loans can be used by eligible agriculture and aquaculture producers to restore, repair, or replace essential physical property — including fences, equipment, …
While the cotton and peanut harvests continue here in the Southeast, the corn and soybean harvests are keeping Midwest farmers busy. Mark Oppold has the story. Sponsored ContentFCEB Recurring Funding Provides Opportunity for Longer Term Research ProjectsOctober 10, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Advances Forage ResearchOctober 3, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Acts As Catalyst For Timely ResearchSeptember 26, 2025
Export Exchange 2024 was held in Fort Worth, Texas, and brought together nearly 500 attendees, including international buyers and U.S. agriculture stakeholders. Hosted by the U.S. Grains Council (USGC) in partnership with Growth Energy and the Renewable Fuels Association (RFA), the event aimed to foster trade and strengthen relationships in the agricultural sector. With 28 industry exhibitors showcasing the U.S. …
