USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) released its 2018 planted acreage reports today, and according to Tyron Spearman, peanut acreage in the U.S. is down 20 percent from last year. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
U.S. Cotton Acreage is Up 7 Percent
USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its 2018 planted acreage reports, and Bianca Pruneda with USDA NASS in Washington D.C. says cotton acreage across the country is up 7 percent from last year. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …
Commodity Classic Releases 2019 Schedule
ST. LOUIS (June 27, 2018) — Commodity Classic has released its tentative schedule for the 2019 show slated for Thursday, February 28 through Saturday, March 2 in Orlando, Fla. Commodity Classic is America’s largest farmer-led, farmer-focused educational and agricultural experience. The 2019 schedule includes extended trade show hours, allowing attendees to spend even more time with the wide array of …
Lucas Discusses Farm Bill at USA Peanut Congress
While attending the 2018 USA Peanut Congress at Amelia Island, FL. this week, Tyron Spearman had a chance to talk with one of the featured speakers, Congressman Frank Lucas from Oklahoma. Lucas, a former Chairman of the House Agriculture Committee, talked about work being done on the 2018 Farm Bill. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board …
New Phase in Peanut Board Campaign
The National Peanut Board’s consumer campaign, aimed at educating parents about introducing peanuts to infants early, is entering a new phase. Tyron Spearman has the details. New Phase in Peanut Board Campaign Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers …
USDA to Help Producers Prepare for Addition of Seed Cotton to Two Key Safety Net Programs
Information to Help Farmers and Ranchers Select the Coverage Options That Fit Their Needs WASHINGTON, D.C. — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is sending acreage history and yield reports to agricultural producers with generic base acres covered by the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs. This information will help producers decide the best options for …
Peanut Assessment Formula Changing
A change is being made to the assessment rate computation under the Agricultural Marketing Service’s regulations regarding a national research and promotion program for U.S. peanuts. Tyron Spearman has the details. Peanut Assessment Formula Changing Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …
Doggett Named Corn Growers Interim CEO
The National Corn Growers selected Jon Doggett, the current NCGA Executive Vice President, as their new interim CEO. He’ll start the new duties August 1, after the departure of current CEO Chris Novak. Doggett has been in the EVP role since 2014. Prior to that, he was the Vice President of Public Policy and continues to manage the NCGA’s 11-person …
More Peanut Export Numbers
Tyron Spearman digs even deeper into the latest monthly report concerning peanut exports. More Peanut Export Numbers Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026
Preparing for USA Peanut Congress
Over 300 folks are expected to attend the 2018 USA Peanut Congress at Amelia Island, FL. According to Tyron Spearman, it starts this weekend, and the program includes some exciting topics and speakers. Preparing for USA Peanut Congress Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World …