This week’s issue of AgNet This Week features reports regarding the politics holding up comprehensive immigration reform, some tips on planting and much more. To learn more click here to subscribe today 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 By LegislatorsJanuary …
Great Planting Progress for Cotton but Alabama Field Work Lagging Behind
Southern farmers had another successful week getting the crop in the ground, but some are still lagging behind. Great Planting Progress for Cotton: Download Audio Alabama Field Work Lagging Behind: 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 …
NCGA Applauds House Passage of WRRDA
From the National Corn Growers Association: ST. LOUIS (May 20, 2014) — The National Corn Growers Association praised the U.S. House of Representatives for its vote today passing the Water Resources Reform and Development Act of 2014 with a 412-to-4 vote. Now, NCGA urges the Senate to swiftly follow suit, passing this final reauthorization bill to improve the reliability and …
High Quality Gives U.S. Cotton a Competitive Edge
Cotton is a global commodity which is why Georgia Cotton Commission Director of Public Affairs Chris Chammoun says maintaining the U.S.’s reputation for quality is vital in order to keep the demand and market strong. 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 …
Potential Medical Marijuana Will Not be Boon for Agriculture
Despite Florida likely heading toward allowing marijuana for medical purposes, Agriculture Commissioner Adam Putnam says it will not be a boon for Florida agriculture. 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 …
USDA Funding Food Systems and American Peanut Council Gets Funding
USDA has announced they are providing funding for food systems, as Tyron Spearman has that story along with information about the announcement of funding for the American Peanut Council. USDA: Download Audio APC: 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 …
Authentic Blue Jeans
Although changing fashion styles and attitudes have altered the look of the blue jean over time, until recently, the blue jean had remained true blue to its cotton origins. 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 …
Joint Statement by North American Ag Leaders After Forum in Mexico
Mexico City, Mexico, May 19, 2014—United States Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, Mexico’s Secretary of Agriculture Enrique Martínez and Canada’s Minister of Agriculture Gerry Ritz issued the joint statement below following today’s agriculture forum in Mexico: “We, the agricultural leaders of North America, met today in Mexico City to reaffirm the benefits of fair and open trade for our economies and …
Waters of the U.S. Analysis Misses The Mark
The Environmental Protection Agency has completed an analysis of its proposed Waters of the U.S. rule that they say shows there would only be an additional 1,300 acres that would be regulated under the Clean Water Act. American Farm Bureau economist Veronica Nigh disputes that number. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary …
Looking Ahead at Possible Peanut Prices
We would all love to have a crystal ball that could predict exactly how things will turn out, but since he doesn’t have one of those, Tyron Spearman looks at all of the factors that go into figuring what possible prices could be paid for this year’s peanut crop and what farmers might need to be looking at. Download Audio …