While we’ve seen recent rains in areas of the Southeast that has needed it, other areas continue to be a bit dry. But according to Mark Oppold, recent rains in parts of the Midwest may have been a bit too much for areas that were previously dry. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida …
Preparing for Next Crop Report
USDA puts a lot of work into assembling the monthly crop reports. Mark Oppold notes efforts are already underway to get the August numbers ready to go. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of …
GCC, UGA Extension: Watch for Target Spot, Areolate Mildew
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension caution growers about the potential for an increase in diseases, especially as more rain impacts the Southeast. Bob Kemerait, UGA Extension plant pathologist, highlights a pair of diseases producers should be wary of – target spot and areolate mildew. “Prior to this change in weather we’ve …
Farm Bill Hot Topic at Annual Peanut Meeting
By Clint Thompson A collection of Southeast peanut farmers and industry leaders at the Southern Peanut Growers Conference last weekend allowed for in-depth talks and discussion centered around topics pertinent to the industry’s future. The Farm Bill was especially emphasized. Ken Barton, executive director of the Florida Peanut Producers Association, discussed the importance of growers attending these events and providing …
Peanut Farmer Awarded, Markets Holding Steady
During the annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference this past weekend, a peanut farmer was awarded. Tyron Spearman has that story along with a look at where peanut markets currently stand. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration …
Traders Continue to Watch the Weather
While many factors are being watched when it comes to the grain trade, Mark Oppold reports right now one of those factors is of course the weather. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of …
New Ag Coalition Focuses on Bioeconomy
A new coalition of agriculture groups with a new focus. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Several industry associations launched the Ag Bioeconomy Coalition just days ago, to advance federal policy initiatives that foster growth toward a circular economy based on innovative products derived from agricultural commodities. Encompassing a broad range of technologies, the ag bioeconomy uses renewable, …
Southern Peanut Growers Conference This Weekend
Producers from 4 States Meeting in Panama City Beach By Clint Thompson The Southern Peanut Farmers Federation is in Panama City Beach, Florida this weekend for its annual meeting. Producers from Florida, Georgia, Alabama and Mississippi are meeting to discuss trends impacting the industry now and continuing into the future. Joy Crosby, assistant executive director of the Georgia Peanut Commission, …
Heat Wave Takes a Toll on UK Corn
A heat wave across the pond stands to have damaging effects on agriculture in the UK. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A record-breaking heat wave in the UK and Europe is playing havoc with crops and livestock. USDA meteorologist Eric Luebehusen says the heatwave has been severe. “The big corn province there is called Castilla y León. …
Worries about a Possible Peanut Butter Shortage
There are questions as to whether there is actually a peanut butter shortage right now. Tyron Spearman runs through the latest information to see if that is actually true. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports …