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Southeastern Farmers Visit D.C. for Farm Bill

A group of farmers from the southeast recently visited D.C. to weigh in on the importance of the Farm Bill. Tyron Spearman has the details. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For …

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Cotton Crop above 5-Year Averages

According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) weekly crop progress report, the cotton crop is above the five-year average in both development and harvest categories. USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey has the latest numbers.  The report notes this is how the cotton and peanut crops were progressing across the Southeast as of this past Sunday:  In Alabama, cotton bolls opening is 62 percent, …

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Net Farm Income Down

Net farm income is down across the nation, especially for row crop farmers. Tyron Spearman has the details. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Increased Rainfall Concerning for Georgia Cotton

By Clint Thompson Increased rainfall over the last two weeks helped alleviate dry conditions in South Georgia. But it was also unfortunate timing for a cotton crop in the final stages of its production season. “This is not what we want to see in September. I’d just be honest with you, I’d rather it be dry and this crop be …

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U.S. Ag Groups Urge Congress for New Farm Bill

Many U.S. agricultural groups have joined together in urging Congressional leadership for a new Farm Bill. Tyron Spearman has the details. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida …

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Lower Corn Production, Higher Soybean and Cotton Production Expected

According to the Crop Production Report issued today by USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS), U.S. corn production is expected to be down, while soybean and cotton production is up from 2023. Corn production is forecast to be down 1% from last year at 15.2 billion bushels, while soybean growers are expected to increase their production 10% from 2023, forecast at 4.59 billion bushels. …

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Cotton Crop Estimate Drops Slightly

All cotton production is forecasted at 14.5 million 480-pound bales, down 4 percent from the previous estimate but up 20 percent from the previous year. Based on conditions as of September 1, yields are expected to average 807 pounds per harvested acre, down 33 pounds from the previous estimate and down 92 pounds from 2023. All cotton planted area totaled 11.2 million acres, up slightly from …

Peanut Farmers are in the Field

Peanut farmers are making their way to the fields. Tyron Spearman has the details. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into Producers …

Peanuts Down 4.1 Percent

There is some concerning news for the peanut industry as farmers begin harvest. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

Peanut Institute Releases Peanut Consumption Numbers

The Peanut Institute has released the latest figures for peanut consumption. Tyron Spearman shares more. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Encourages Research into …