Dry Spots in Alabama Row Crop Fields

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Field Crops, Soybeans, Weather

Director of cotton, soybeans, wheat and feed grains for the Alabama Farmers Federation, Carla Hornady, talks about how some row crops in the state are experiencing some dry spots, which of course is affecting harvest numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Ag in Review for the Week Ending October 21, 2016

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, the 39th annual Sunbelt Ag Expo took place this past week in Moultrie, Georgia. We covered a variety of stories from that event. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers …

Assessing Crop Damage in Georgia from Weather Conditions

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Field Crops, General, Georgia, Peanuts, Specialty Crops, Weather

Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black recently was able to tour some farming operations affected by Hurricane Matthew. He told me they saw a variety of issues for various farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Attendees at Sunbelt Ag Expo Enjoying Various Harvesting Demos

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

The 2016 Sunbelt Ag Expo continues today in Moultrie, Georgia, with what has been fantastic weather for the annual event. Of course harvest demonstrations of the various crops is always a highlight, and show director Chip Blalock says those demos have been going well. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata …

NCC Looks at Ag-Related Issues in Congress

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Field Crops, General

Prior to recessing until after the presidential election in November, the House and Senate did pass a continuing resolution to fund the federal government for a few more weeks. But Reece Langley, vice president of Washington operations for the National Cotton Council (NCC), says there are other ag-related issues Congress will need to address upon its return. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending October 14, 2016

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

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about issues as a result of weather conditions, have information about a couple of big events, talk about pecans, fishing and Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Harvesting Demonstrations Will Take Place at Sunbelt Ag Expo

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Peanuts, Soybeans

The 2016 Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off Tuesday, October 18 in Moultrie, Georgia. Despite the fact it’s been a challenging crop year, show director Chip Blalock says the harvesting demonstrations will take place like normal. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Assesses Crop and Production Damage from Hurricane Matthew

Randall Weiseman Cotton, Field Crops, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Specialty Crops, Vegetables, Weather

From the Georgia Department of Agriculture: Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary W. Black joined Georgia Farm Bureau President Gerald Long to tour farming operations in Tattnall, Screven and Evans counties in an effort to assess damage acquired by Hurricane Matthew. “After surveying the damage I think it is safe to say that it is certainly not as bad as it …

Corn Production Estimates Lowered – Soybean Record Production Increased

Randall Weiseman Citrus, Corn, Cotton, Crop Forecasts, Field Crops, Fruits, Soybeans, Specialty Crops

The Agriculture Department’s October crop reports adjust record corn production slightly lower, and adds to a record production total for soybeans. Rod Bain has those and other numbers from today’s reports. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024