Acreage updates for cotton were made in several states based on a thorough review of all available data. All cotton planted area totaled 11.2 million acres, down 4 percent from the previous forecast but up 9 percent from 2023. Area harvested is forecast at 8.63 million acres, up 34 percent from 2023. All cotton production is forecast 15.1 million 480-pound bales, up 25 percent from the previous …
Looking Ahead at More Reports
Now that the monthly crop report has been released, many traders are looking forward to more reports yet this week. Mark Oppold has information about what’s ahead. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
USDA Forecast: U.S. Corn Production Down, Soybeans & Cotton Up
The USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) Crop Production report shows corn production this year will be down 1% from last year while soybean production is expected to increase 10% from 2023. The corn forecast, at 15.1 billion bushels, is expected to have an average yield at a record high 183.1 bushels per acre, up 5.8 bushels from last year. Soybeans, forecast …
Record or Near Record Crops on the Way
USDAs Crop Report is expected to confirm that record, or near record, corn and soybean crops are indeed on the way. Mark Oppold discusses the estimates. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of …
North Florida Corn Impacted by Hurricane Debby
By Clint Thompson Hurricane Debby’s impact in North Florida is not isolated to one single crop, though it has left multiple growers in Hamilton County concerned about their corn. Keith Wynn, a crop consultant, relayed information he’s received from producers who had varying reports of impact from the storm this week. “It is hit and miss. You can go to …
Disease Management Essential for Peanut Producers Following Debby
By Clint Thompson The Georgia Peanut Commission and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension Peanut Team remind producers about the importance of fungicide applications on the heels of Hurricane Debby this week. The rain-heavy storm impacted Southeast Georgia significantly with flooding. Scott Monfort, UGA Extension peanut agronomist, highlighted disease management a few days after Debby made landfall on Monday and moved …
Anticipating Monday’s USDA Crop Report
The USDA Crop Report should keep grain and livestock futures in a narrow range. Mark Oppoold has the report. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026
Washed Out: Southeast Georgia Cotton Fields Under Water Following Hurricane Debby
By Clint Thompson Counties located on the east side of I-75 in Georgia are in a much dire situation with their cotton fields compared to those on the west side, following Hurricane Debby and its excessive rainfall this week. Camp Hand, University of Georgia (UGA) Extension cotton agronomist, highlighted the situation facing cotton growers in the southeast part of the …
Amadas Expands Peanut Equipment Manufacturing in Southeast
Amadas is expanding their manufacturing of peanut equipment in the southeast. Tyron Spearman reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida 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, 2026
USDA Assists Farmers, Ranchers, and Communities Affected by Hurricane Debby
(USDA/WASHINGTON, August 7, 2024)Â — Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack has directed the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to aid recovery efforts for farmers, ranchers and residents affected by Hurricane Debby, which continues its track up the East Coast. USDA staff in offices across the country are ready to respond with a variety of program flexibilities and other assistance to producers and …










