Tallahassee, FL – The United States Department of Agriculture released today the preliminary results of the 2012 Census of Agriculture. The census, taken every five years, tracks the number of farmers, farms, farmland, value of agriculture products and the demographics of the farmers themselves. The census revealed Florida agriculture remains an economic engine and job creator in Florida, with an …
Commissioner McMillan Comments on 2012 Census of Agriculture Preliminary Report
Montgomery, AL –The release of preliminary 2012 Census of Agriculture results today shows strong trends for the future of Alabama Agriculture. Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries John McMillan stated, “I am very encouraged to see that Alabama farms sold $5.6 billion in agricultural products in 2012, a 26% increase from 2007. This double digit growth in Alabama farm products sold …
Statement from Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack on the 2012 Census of Agriculture Preliminary Results
WASHINGTON, Feb. 20, 2014—Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today made the following statement on the 2012 Census of Agriculture preliminary results: “The preliminary data released today provide a snapshot of a strong rural America that has remained stable during difficult economic times. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
Large Percentage of Georgia’s Cropping Mix Remains in Cotton
Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton reacts to the recent release of The National Cotton Council’s Early Season Planting Intentions Survey. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, …
AgNeTVideo: The Future of Southeast Region Agriculture and Banking
While at that World Ag Expo in Tulare, California, Southeast Agnet’s Gary Cooper talks to Vernon Crowder, Rabobank Senior Vice President & Senior Analyst – Food & Agribusiness Research Advisory Group about the future of agriculture in the Southeast region and how banking ties in. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
Phytogen Offering Cotton Varieties for Farmers with Root Knot Nematodes
Dr. Steve Brown, cotton development specialist with Phytogen cotton, says they are now offering a couple of varieties to assist farmers struggling with root knot nematodes. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources …
Florida Producers Could Gain Valuable Information at Cover Crop Forum
Florida NRCS State Agronomist Mimi Williams explains what producers could gain from attending next week’s Forum on Cover Crops and Soil Health. Download Audio For more specifics and to secure a spot contact Mimi Williams at 352-338-9544. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials …
Changing Times
Modern farming is continuing to evolve. Everett Griner tells us why. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers QuestionsJune …
Intentions Survey Shows Cotton Producers Plan to Plant More in 2014
Producers plan to plant more acres in cotton for 2014, according the National Cotton Council’s 31st Annual Early Season Planting Intentions Survey. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied …
Georgia’s Saxby Chambliss Honored by National Cotton Council
WASHINGTON – Last week, U.S. Senator Saxby Chambliss, R. Ga., received the 2013 Harry S. Baker Distinguished Service Award from the National Cotton Council. He was honored during the National Cotton Council’s annual meeting in Washington, DC. The award, named for the late California industry leader and past NCC President Harry S. Baker, is presented annually to a deserving individual …