Farm Stress Summit

2025 Georgia Farm Stress Summit Registration Now Open

Dan Event, Georgia

Registration for the 2025 Farm Stress Summit in Statesboro is now underway, Dale Sandlin with Southeast AgNet has the story. UGA Extension, along with the Georgia Department of Agriculture and other departments and agricultural organizations are preparing for the 2025 Farm Stress Summit to be held in Statesboro on Thursday, March 13. The event will connect advocates with farmers and …

Georgia Cattlemen’s Association

Georgia Cattlemen’s Association to Hold Annual Convention in March

Dan Cattle, Event, Georgia, Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA)

The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) will hold their 63rd Annual Convention March 12-14 at the Augusta Marriott Convention center in Augusta. This year’s theme is “Raising the Steaks”, and the GCA staff hopes to see you all there. They note it will be another great event packed with education, networking and entertainment. There will be something for everyone, with topics ranging from …

mid-winter meetings

Mid-Winter Meetings and Farm Shows

Dan Event

This will be a busy week for agriculture, with various mid-winter meetings and farm shows being held. Mark Oppold has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

NCBA

NCBA Environmental Stewardship Award Program Regional Winners Announced

Dan Awards, Beef, Cattle, Event, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

(NCBA/SAN ANTONIO, TX/Feb. 4, 2025) — The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) recognized seven of the nation’s top cattle operations during CattleCon 2025 in San Antonio as Environmental Stewardship Award Program (ESAP) Regional winners for their conservation efforts. “Conservation practices of cattle farmers and ranchers across the country help to preserve natural resources and provide wildlife habitat,” said NCBA President Mark …

Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame

Get Your Tickets for the Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame Banquet

Dan Event, Florida

Tickets are on sale for the 45th annual Florida Agricultural Hall of Fame banquet, which will take place on Feb. 11th. This year four inductees, who have made invaluable contributions to Florida agriculture, will be honored. They are Cary and Marcia Lightsey, Madeline Mellinger, and Jim Strickland. The banquet, which each year celebrates the accomplishments of industry leaders who have served …

Thank a Farmer

Commissioner Rick Pate Launches “Thank a Farmer” Initiative to Raise Awareness and Appreciation for Farmers

Dan ADAI, Agri-Business, Alabama, Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI), Event, News from Our Sponsors

(ADAI/Montgomery, AL/January 30, 2025) — Alabama Agriculture Commissioner Rick Pate unveiled the state’s “Thank a Farmer” initiative during a press conference held at Ravello Ristorante in Montgomery. The new campaign aims to increase public appreciation for farmers and raise awareness about where our food comes from. The event also featured remarks from key community leaders, including Ravello’s Chef Nicholas Wyatt, local produce farmer Kelvin Anderson, and State Senator Will Barfoot. …

Georgia beef board

Georgia Beef Board to Attend CattleCon 2025

Dan Cattle, Event, Georgia, Georgia Beef Board (GBB)

Next week CattleCon 2025 will be held in San Antonio, Texas and the Georgia Beef Board (GBB) will be represented at the annual event. GBB Chairman, Robert Fountain, says it’s a great time for the beef industry to come together. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Florida Beef Council

Florida Beef Council to Meet in February

Dan Event, Florida Beef Council (FBC), Florida Beef Council (FBC)

The Florida Beef Council (FBC) will meet next month to talk about plans for 2025. FBC Director of Education & Promotion, DeAnne Maples, notes some new faces will get together for the first board meeting of the year. For more information on Beef Checkoff activities in Florida, contact the FBC office in Kissimmee. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, …

Farm Dog of the Year

Farm Bureau Names 2025 Farm Dog of the Year

Dan AFBF, American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF), Event, News from Our Sponsors

People’s Choice Pup also Recognized (AFBF/SAN ANTONIO, January 26, 2025) — Recognizing the vital role that four-legged friends often play on family farms and ranches, Farm Bureau launched the Farm Dog of the Year contest several years ago – now a popular feature of the American Farm Bureau Federation’s Convention. The winner of the 2025 Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the …

registration

Registration Continues for the Florida Citrus Show

Dan Citrus, Event, Florida Grower Citrus Show

Registration continues for the Florida Citrus Show, which will be held March 13th at the University of Florida/ IFAS Indian River Research and Education Center and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service U.S. Horticultural Research Laboratory in Fort Pierce. Clint Thompson has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in …