The Georgia Peanut Tour took place last week in the Albany area where UGA peanut agronomist Dr. John Beasley said they were able to show attendees the results of research efforts, such as those included on the farm of Terrell County producer Neil Lee. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, …
President Obama Encourages Congress to Work on Farm Bill After Elections
In his weekly address, President Obama encouraged Congress to work on the Farm Bill when they return in November. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant 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 QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud …
Ag in Review for the Week of September 17, 2012
A highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast. Sponsored ContentVerdant 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 QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of …
All-Time High Peanut Production Expected
Peanut harvest continues in most areas and as the crop comes in Tyron Spearman reports that an all-time high peanut production is expected this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant 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 …
Farm Bill Will Have to Wait Until Elections are Over
The U.S. House will head home for the elections without action on a new five-year Farm Bill or an extension of existing farm policy that expires at the end of the month. Speaker of the House John Boehner says that the Farm Bill will be dealt with after the election, but House Ag Committee Chairman Frank Lucas has said that …
New Release Times for Many USDA Reports
USDA Chief Economist Joe Glauber explains how this day and age of virtual 24/7 agricultural commodity trading markets led to a recent decision to change USDA crop report release times. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant 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 …
Peanut Harvest Well Underway & Georgia Extension Could See More Cuts
Peanut harvest is well underway as Tyron Spearman has a quick update along with information on how budget cuts may once again effect the Georgia University Extension Service. Harvest: Download Audio Extension: Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant 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, …
First Aid Kit on the Farm
This week’s National Farm Safety and Health Week focuses on family farms with the theme of – Agricultural Safety and Health: A Family Affair. And Extension expert J.W. Schoeder says having a first aid kit on the farm or ranch is one of the most important aspects of practicing farm safety. Download Audio Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant Robotics Offers Growers …
National Farm Safety and Health Week
This week is National Farm Safety and Health Week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentVerdant 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 QuestionsJune 5, 2026Cattle Producers Proud of Efforts Funded Through the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardMay 29, …
GA Peanut Tour Spotlighting the Southwest Part of GA’s Peanut Production Area
The Georgia Peanut Tour kicks off today in the Albany, Ga. area. The tour includes a cross section of field conditions, peanut harvest clinics, production research at the University of Georgia Stripling Irrigation Research Park, USDA-ARS National Peanut Research Lab Bolton Farm, peanut handling and grading facilities and on-farm demonstrations. UGA peanut agronomist Dr. John Beasley is leading the tour …