Since 2015, indirect exports of corn and soybeans through beef and pork exports has been the fastest-growing category of corn and soybean use, delivering critical returns for corn and soybean farmers. This week, the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) released an updated version of the independent study aimed at quantifying the value red meat exports provide to U.S. corn and …
USDA, USTR to Hold Hearings with Seasonal Growers Next Month
The Trump administration will hold two hearings next month with seasonal produce growers to discuss foreign trade policies that may be harming farmers. The U.S. Trade Representative’s office, along with the Department of Agriculture, recently announced the hearings planned for August 13 and August 20. At the hearings, officials from the federal agencies will hear from farmers on how the …
Peanut Market Update
Tyron Spearman has a look at this week’s peanut market update. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts Important to Cattle Producers in FloridaDecember …
Florida Beef Council Pleased With Results of New Study
The beef industry is excited about the results of a new study that was conducted with lean beef. Sarah Krieger, a registered dietician who works with the Florida Beef Council (FBC), says the study shows individuals can have the flexibility to include up to six ounces of lean unprocessed beef daily. It will not increase any risk factors for heart …
Irrigation Vital for Row Crops During Hot, Dry Conditions
Hot and dry conditions over the next few weeks could spell trouble for row crop farmers if they do not apply irrigation in a timely manner. According to Pam Knox, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Agricultural Climatologist, current weather conditions could persist for the next month. She even hinted that a short-term flash drought could be possible considering the lack …
Many Topics Covered Through NRCS Video Series
If you have not taken the time to look through USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) video series, Conservation at Work, you are invited to do so. The series consists of short, 90-second videos that highlight common conservation practices. By watching them you will learn about the benefits of conservation practices directly from farmers, ranchers and forestland owners who are …
Cotton and Peanut Crop Update
Both the cotton and peanut crops continue to develop. According to USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey, there was an overall improvement in the cotton condition this past week. Rippey has the latest outlook for cotton squaring and setting bolls. And Rippey has the latest look at peanut pegging and condition for the week ending July 19, 2020. In Alabama, 88% of …
Who’s Buying U.S. Peanuts?
We told you last week that a new report showed record numbers for exports of U.S. peanuts, but where are they all going? Tyron Spearman runs through the list of buyers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle …
Survey Shows Growing Consumer Demand for Sustainable Practices
MEMPHIS, TENN. – (July 16, 2020) – A recent global survey shows 54% of sustainability leaders at apparel and textile brands say they’ve seen their customers’ demands for environmentally sustainable practices and products increase since the beginning of the COVID-19 pandemic. But 59% said they believe customers will still continue to prioritize price when making purchases. The U.S. Cotton Trust …
Thursday’s Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Day is a Go
The 2020 Sunbelt Ag Expo Field Day will be held this Thursday, July 23. Farmers are invited to stop by to obtain practical information from the region’s top agricultural scientists about the newest technologies. And while this year’s event will have a different look due to COVID-19, Sunbelt Expo Vice President of Marketing and Public Relations Becca Turner says it …