Cotton and Soybean Plantings May Increase this Year

Dan Cotton, Soybeans

While one analyst sees a cut in overall U.S. planted acres for 2017, Gary Crawford reports there are two crops that could see an increase. 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, …

South American Soybean Harvest Underway

Dan Industry News Release, Soybeans

Brazil soybean harvest is just underway in Matto Grosso, getting started a few days before Christmas. Pro Farmer’s First Thing Today says soybean harvest in Parana should get going within the next ten days. 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 …

DuPont Pioneer Discusses New Corn and Soybean Products

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Seeds, Soybeans

New corn and soybean products from DuPont Pioneer was the main topic of discussion during a Virtual Media Conference held this week. One of the speakers was Dan Poston, field agronomist from Alabama, who had an example of how in some cases they work directly with growers to address specific issues. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable …

New Study Refutes Food vs. Fuel Arguments

Randall Weiseman Corn, Energy, Field Crops, General, Soybeans

Over the years, we’ve heard discussions about how using corn to make ethanol is affecting food prices. But according to a story from Gary Crawford, a new study actually refutes that argument. 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 …

ASTA Looking Forward to Upcoming Events

Randall Weiseman Corn, Field Crops, Nursery Crops, Seeds, Soybeans, Specialty Crops

The American Seed Trade Association is gearing up for a couple of big events, one in Chicago and one in Orlando. ASTA CEO, Andy LaVigne, says the first one is coming up next month. 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, …

RFA Looks to Grow Ethanol Market with Trump Administration

Randall Weiseman Corn, Energy, Field Crops, General, Industry News Release, Soybeans

From the Renewable Fuels Association: WASHINGTON — In response to Donald Trump’s presidential election victory, Renewable Fuels Association President and CEO Bob Dinneen had the following statement: “The president-elect repeatedly expressed strong support for ethanol, generally, and the Renewable Fuel Standard (RFS), specifically, on the campaign trail. He understands the importance of clean, domestic energy resources and the economic power …

PLC and ARC Signups Underway

Randall Weiseman Corn, Field Crops, General, Peanuts, Soybeans

Signup is underway for USDA’s Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs at your local Farm Service Agency (FSA) office. Tyron Spearman reports this is for those interested in enrolling for the 2017 crop year. Download Audio For more details regarding these programs, go to www.fsa.usda.gov/arc-plc. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle …

La Nina and Ag Impacts to Southern U.S. This Winter

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Weather, Wheat

Predicted mild and dry winter weather conditions along the southern tier of the country could cause adverse impacts for some producers. Rod Bain has 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 LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …

Enrollment Period for 2017 Safety Net Coverage Began Tuesday

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Corn, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Peanuts, Soybeans, Specialty Crops, Wheat

USDA’s Farm Service Agency (FSA) Administrator Val Dolcini made an announcement that enrollment for the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs began Tuesday, November 1, for the 2017 crop year coverage. 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 …

Dry Spots in Alabama Row Crop Fields

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Field Crops, Soybeans, Weather

Director of cotton, soybeans, wheat and feed grains for the Alabama Farmers Federation, Carla Hornady, talks about how some row crops in the state are experiencing some dry spots, which of course is affecting harvest numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …