Registration Deadline Nearing for Corn and Wheat Course

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Wheat

The 2016 Alabama Corn and Wheat Short Course, at the Auburn University Hotel and Dixon Conference Center, will be held December 12-13. But registrations for the event need to be made by December 2. Topics covered include irrigation, planting technology and density, herbicides, fertilizer, and more. Various farmers panels are also scheduled and continuing education units (CEUs) are available. To …

New Study Refutes Food vs. Fuel Arguments

Randall Weiseman Corn, Energy, Field Crops, General, Soybeans

Over the years, we’ve heard discussions about how using corn to make ethanol is affecting food prices. But according to a story from Gary Crawford, a new study actually refutes that argument. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Arkansas Farmer Growing Peanuts

Randall Weiseman Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, General, Peanuts, Wheat

During the recent Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Ga, diversified row crop David Wildy was named the 2016 Swisher Sweets/Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year. Wildy farms more than 12,000 acres in Manila, Arkansas and grows cotton, corn, soybeans and wheat. But as Tyron Spearman reports, he is also a new grower of peanuts. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets …

NCGA Statement on 2016 Election

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release

From the National Corn Growers Association: WASHINGTON (November 9, 2016) – The National Corn Growers Association today congratulated Donald Trump on his election as the 45th President, and pledged to work with the new Administration and Congress on important issues of the day. “The American people have spoken. Now, it is time for us all to set aside our differences, …

RFA Looks to Grow Ethanol Market with Trump Administration

Randall Weiseman Corn, Energy, Field Crops, General, Industry News Release, Soybeans

From the Renewable Fuels Association: WASHINGTON — In response to Donald Trump’s presidential election victory, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Bob Dinneen had the following statement: “The president-elect repeatedly expressed strong support for ethanol, generally, and the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), specifically, on the campaign trail. He understands the importance of clean, domestic energy resources and the economic power …

PLC and ARC Signups Underway

Randall Weiseman Corn, Field Crops, General, Peanuts, Soybeans

Signup is underway for USDA’s Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs at your local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Tyron Spearman reports this is for those interested in enrolling for the 2017 crop year. Download Audio For more details regarding these programs, go to www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly …

River Infrastructure a Major Concern for Corn Farmers

Randall Weiseman Corn, Export/Import, Field Crops

Meeting export demand is important for the corn industry in our country, and the National Corn Growers Association says eroding river infrastructure is a major concern for farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

La Nina and Ag Impacts to Southern U.S. This Winter

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Weather, Wheat

Predicted mild and dry winter weather conditions along the southern tier of the country could cause adverse impacts for some producers. Rod Bain has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Enrollment Period for 2017 Safety Net Coverage Began Tuesday

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Wheat

USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Val Dolcini made an announcement that enrollment for the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs began Tuesday, November 1, for the 2017 crop year coverage. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024