In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about a new report showing demand for recent college graduates with degrees in ag programs, the final 2014 cotton crop numbers and estimates for the 2015 peanut crop, along with a story about a new health fad. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida …
Estimating the 2015 Peanut Crop
USDA recently came out with a report which estimates how the 2015 peanut crop will turn out. Tyron Spearman runs through the numbers they released. 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 …
Eight Regular Session Days Remain for Alabama Legislature
The Alabama legislative session each year is limited to 30 meeting days within a period of 105 calendar days, meaning there are eight regular session days left in the 2015 session. Leigha Cauthen, executive director of the Alabama Agribusiness Council, looks of what lawmakers discussed this past week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the …
Senate to Debate TPA
The U.S. Senate passed a motion by a vote of 65 to 33 on Thursday which allowed a Trade Promotion Authority bill to advance to debate after reaching compromise. Rod Bain has more on the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …
Urging Passage of Market Access Program
There are some urging the passage of the Market Access Program. Tyron Spearman explains what that is and why it’s important. 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 …
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From The Cotton Board: Memphis, TN – The central focus of the Agricultural and Environmental Research department at Cotton Incorporated is recognizing and responding to issues cotton producers identify as having an impact on their farm. Timely access to objective information about new cotton varieties is a top priority to both cotton producers and consultants. Through a special Sponsored ContentFlorida …
Peanut Pricing Update
Tyron Spearman has an update of where the peanut posted price and contracts stand this 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 …
Important Crop Insurance Deadline Nears for Florida Ag Producers
From USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida: Gainesville, FL. May 13, 2015 –Agricultural producers seeking federal crop insurance must have their Highly Erodible Land Conservation and Wetland Conservation Certification form, commonly called form AD-1026, on file with their local USDA service center by June 1. Many farmers have their certification form on file since it’s required to participate in …
Seeking Nominations for Georgia Cotton Commission Board Members
Cotton growers in Georgia are being reminded that nominations will be accepted through June 30 by the Georgia Department of Agriculture to fill two positions on the Georgia Cotton Commission’s board of directors. Download Audio Nomination forms can be found on the Georgia Commodity Promotion Web Page. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, …
Southeast AgNet This Week: Final Cotton Numbers; Conservation Project
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes details on the final 2014 cotton numbers and information on a multi-state nationally funded Regional Conservation Partnership Program. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received …