economic

Cotton Growers, Ginners Concerned with Economic Issues

Dan Cotton, Economy

If you are involved in agriculture, then you’re very aware of the economic struggles many are facing. If you are not involved in agriculture, you probably are not aware of those struggles. There are real concerns across the countryside right now when it comes to production agriculture in our country, and because of this, many are looking to Congress to …

National Farm Security Action Plan

Organization Suspending Operations

Dan Commodities, Corn, Economy, Field Crops, Soybeans

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 ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle …

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McDonald’s Sues Meatpackers for Collusion

Dan Beef, Economy, Marketing

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 …

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Keeping An Eye on Wall Street

Dan Commodities, Economy

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 ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares Origins of …

Hurricane Helene

Indemnity Payments to Producers Impacted by Hurricane Helene by USDA

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Funding, Hurricane, USDA

(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 …

relief

Alabama Cattlemen Helping with Hurricane Relief

Dan Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Economy, Hurricane

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 …

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Challenges for Florida Farms Impacted by Hurricane Milton

Dan Economy, Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Hurricane

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 …

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Crops Dealing with Various Weather Issues

Dan Commodities, Corn, Cotton, Economy, Field Crops, Weather

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 ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator …

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FDACS Launches Loan Program for Florida Farmers Impacted by Hurricane Milton

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Florida, Funding, Hurricane

(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, …

Crop Production

Corn and Soybean Harvest Continues

Dan Commodities, Corn, Exports/Imports, Field Crops, Soybeans

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 ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Support For Cattle Producers Regardless of Herd SizeNovember 28, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Expands the promotion and educational work of the Florida Beef CouncilNovember 21, 2025Florida Senator Shares …