In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look at how the major Presidential candidates feel about WOTUS, that a 13-year ban on U.S. beef exports to China is ending, why cotton growers are being reminded to “Keep it Clean”, a new record for peanut exports, Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester …
National Cotton Council Following Merger Proposals
With the potential Bayer-Monsanto merger becoming more of a reality, many farmers have expressed serious concerns with the amount of consolidation within the seed and crop protection industry. Craig Brown, the National Cotton Council’s vice president of producer affairs, said it’s been following not only this merger, but others in the industry. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR …
Cotton Growers Being Reminded to “Keep it Clean”
The National Cotton Council’s “Keep it Clean” effort aimed at eliminating contamination of seed cotton and lint is well underway. Dale Thompson, Manager of Marketing and Processing Technology for the Council, explains why this effort is important. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Georgia Cotton Fields Vary in 2016
The Georgia Cotton Commission works closely with the University of Georgia (UGA) Cotton Team on various issues of importance to producers across the state. And Jared Whitaker, UGA cotton extension agronomist, says its research efforts are designed to get information out to growers to hopefully make them more profitable. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture …
Alabama Fall Crop Outlook
From the Alabama Cooperative Extension System: AUBURN, Ala.—Farming is not for the faint of heart. Many are the varying factors that play a part in good growing seasons and high yields. Producers deal with pest pressures, weed issues, too much—or not enough—rainfall and a plethora of variables on a daily basis during the growing season. There are a number of …
NCC Cites Need for Broad Examination of Global Fiber Markets
From the National Cotton Council: MEMPHIS, Tenn. – National Cotton Council President/CEO Dr. Gary Adams says, “The U.S. decision to pursue a challenge against Chinese agricultural subsidies for grain crops reflects a growing desire in the United States and abroad to address more effectively the range of policies in major developing countries that affect agricultural markets.” He further noted that …
Georgia Cotton Grower Discusses Harvest Issues
The eastern side of Georgia has seen its share of tropical activity lately, as Hurricane Hermine made itself known to that area and now this week Tropical Storm Julia is being felt in some of those same areas. Georgia cotton grower Lee Cromley from Bulloch County, who also serves on the Georgia Cotton Commission, talks about what they received during …
USDA Increases Cotton Acreage Estimate
USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) released its September crop reports today, and Bianca Pruneda with NASS in Washington, D.C. says the cotton acreage estimate was increased some from last month’s report. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024
Georgia Department of Agriculture and University of Georgia Holds Fourth Annual Agriculture Tour
From the University of Georgia, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences By Clint Thompson The University of Georgia and Georgia Department of Agriculture continue to make Georgia’s No. 1 industry a top priority. UGA President Jere W. Morehead and Georgia Department of Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, along with UGA College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) Dean and Director Sam …
NCC Working to Protect U.S. Agriculture’s Interests
Congress did return to work this week, but whether they are in session or on recess, organizations like the National Cotton Council are working to protect U.S. agriculture’s interests in Washington. Robbie Minnich, NCC senior government relations representative, explains one of the ways the Council works to relieve the regulatory burden placed on U.S. farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentWhat Sets …