Congress is trying to revive Section 179, a tax break for purchases of tractors, combines and other farm equipment. Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley says Section 179 accelerated depreciation for farm equipment may no longer be tied to comprehensive tax reform. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending May 29, 2015
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we have an update concerning the finalized “Waters of the United States” rule which came out this week, a reminder about an important crop insurance deadline coming up next week, along with information about new lettuce varieties with increased disease. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama …
Crop Insurance Final Peanut Planting Date Nearing
Tyron Spearman has an important reminder about a crop insurance deadline coming up next week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded …
EPA Snubs Consumers and Farmers Again, Takes Renewable Fuel Backward
From the National Corn Growers Association: WASHINGTON (May 29, 2015) – The following is a statement from Maryland corn farmer Chip Bowling, president of the National Corn Growers Association, in response to today’s announcement by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) of proposed renewable volume obligations under the Renewable Fuel Standard. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in …
ASA Responds to EPA’s Proposed RFS Volume Requirements for Biodiesel
From the American Soybean Association: WASHINGTON (May 29, 2015) – The Environmental Protection Agency released today its Proposed Rule to establish the volume requirements for the Renewable Fuel Standard, including the volume requirements for biomass-based diesel for 2014, 2015, 2016, and 2017. EPA proposes setting the biomass-based diesel volumes at the following levels: Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable …
USDA to Invest Up to $100 Million to Boost Infrastructure for Renewable Fuel Use, Seeking to Double Number of Higher Blend Renewable Fuel Pumps
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, May 29, 2015 – Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack today announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will invest up to $100 million in a Biofuels Infrastructure Partnership to support the infrastructure needed to make more renewable fuel options available to American consumers. Specifically, USDA will administer competitive grants to match funding for …
RFA Praises USDA for Its Investment in Infrastructure
From the Renewable Fuels Association: WASHINGTON — Today, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) announced $100 million worth of funding for new blender pump installations throughout the country. Bob Dinneen, president and CEO of the Renewable Fuels Association, released the following statement praising the USDA for its investment: Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …
Cotton Participates in New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity Build-A-Thon
From The Cotton Board: Cotton Incorporated’s Blue Jeans Go Green™ denim recycling program is currently participating in a New Orleans Area Habitat for Humanity Build-A-Thon event. The goal of the Build-A-Thon is to build 10 houses in 10 days to commemorate 10 years since Hurricanes Katrina and Rita imposed devastation on the region. The Blue Jeans Go Green™ program has …
No Changes in Peanut Market
There still are no changes in the peanut price, as Tyron Spearman looks at that along with other marketing information for growers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida …
New Georgia Law Will Require Trailer Safety Chains
Georgia Governor Nathan Deal has signed a new bill, which takes effect July 1st, requiring drivers to secure trailers to their vehicles with safety chains. According to a story from the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences Frank Watson, Extension coordinator in Wilkes County, said trailer-owners must ensure their trailer has a safety chain or Sponsored ContentFlorida …