We told you last week that there are only a handful of session dates left for the Georgia General Assembly to finalize things for the 2016 session, and as we get close to the end, the budget takes up a lot of those discussions. Georgia Agribusiness Council’s Bryan Tolar says there have been talks concerning budget issues that will affect …
Final Payments for Peanut Producers
After being affected by a bankruptcy, final payments are being made to peanut farmers in certain areas, as Tyron Spearman has the details. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch …
Georgia Cotton Producers Approve Continuation of Georgia Cotton Assessment
From the Georgia Department of Agriculture: Georgia cotton farmers voted to renew the marketing order for Georgia cotton by passing the referendum with an 87% favorable vote. The affirmative vote renews the $1 bale assessment which funds the Georgia Cotton Commission. The Commission is charged by law with providing programs of research, promotion and education on behalf of Georgia cotton …
Hemp Research Bill Introduced in Alabama Legislature
A new bill of interest to agriculture was introduced this week during the 2016 Alabama Legislative Session in Montgomery. Leigha Cauthen, Executive Director of the Alabama Agribusiness Council, tells us about the Hemp Research Bill along with an update on other action that took place. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, …
Grain Bin Safety
2016 Agricultural Safety Awareness Program (ASAP) Week-Grain Bin Safety Be cautious around grain and grain storage structures on the farm. It takes just seconds for a person to be pulled in and under a flowing mass of grain, leading to suffocation. Unloading grain creates a similar pull to quick sand. It is also advised to properly maintain your storage bins. …
Challenge 2050 Project
The University of Florida/IFAS College of Agricultural and Life Sciences proudly offers the Global Leadership & Change Certificate, for undergraduates at any level or degree program focused on the challenges associated with a growing population predicted to exceed nine billion by the year 2050. UF’s new president, Kent Fuchs (Fox), is excited about this Challenge 2050 opportunity for students. Download …
Georgia PB&J Day set for Wednesday at State Capitol
From the Georgia Peanut Commission: TIFTON, Ga. (March 10, 2016) March is National Peanut Month, a time to celebrate one of America’s favorite foods! The Georgia peanut industry plans to celebrate by hosting the 2016 Georgia PB&J Day at the Georgia State Capitol in Atlanta, Georgia. The event kicks off Wednesday morning March 16, 2016, and will be held in …
Looking at Peanut Payment Limits
Today, Tyron Spearman looks at a report concerning peanut payment limits and planted acres. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage …
Pleased with Results of NRCS Programs in Alabama
USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) State Conservationist in Alabama, Ben Malone, knows there have been many programs implemented in his state over the years which have worked to improve our natural resources and environment. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provided Opportunity To Highlight Difficult Farming SubjectMarch 20, 2026Valley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch …
Commodity Classic Rises to Whole New Level
Significant New Records Set in Attendance and Trade Show Size ST. LOUIS (March 9, 2016) – With nearly a quarter more attendees compared to last year, the 2016 Commodity Classic convention and trade show, which took place last week in New Orleans, shattered many previous records for the landmark event. “We had a great show in New Orleans, with terrific …