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The Florida Cattle Enhancement Board continues to provide vital funding for research, promotion, and educational efforts within the state’s beef industry. This support helps programs that aim to educate both the public and professionals about beef production, quality, and safety standards. Rick Hartman, chairman of the Florida Beef Council, highlighted some of the food service educational events made possible through …
Most growers, shellers, brokers, and manufacturers involved in the U.S. peanut industry are members of the American Peanut Council (APC), a trade organization based in Alexandria, Virginia. This week, the council announced a major reorganization initiative under the leadership of its new president and CEO, Luke Blastein. According to the council, the reorganization is designed to strengthen alignment with the …
New Dietary Guidelines Released Amid Concerns Over America’s Chronic Health Crisis New Dietary Guidelines for Americans have been released as national leaders continue to sound the alarm over the state of public health in the United States. Dr. Ben Carson, who has been working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a national advisor for nutrition, health, and housing, addressed …
Leaders React to Release of New 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans The release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans for 2025–2030 is drawing reactions from lawmakers and federal health leaders, many of whom say the updated guidance represents a return to practical, science-based nutrition policy. The guidelines emphasize nutrient-dense foods, including protein, dairy, fruits, and vegetables, and are expected …
The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) is pleased to announce that the 2025 Georgia Quality Cotton Awards nominations are open. The awards’ purpose is to recognize producers and ginners of high-quality cotton fiber and identify their general management practices for the benefit of other growers. If you have a cotton gin in your county, please contact the gin and provide them …
TIFTON, Ga. — The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) hosted a photo contest throughout 2025 to fill the pages of the 2026 Georgia Peanut Calendar. Peanut farmers and industry representatives from across Georgia were encouraged to submit their best, high-resolution photo from the farm for a chance to feature the photo in the 2026 calendar. Nearly 100 entries were submitted from across …
The recent detection of African swine fever (ASF) in Spain has the potential to reshape portions of the global meat trade, according to Erin Borror, Vice President for Economic Analysis at the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Spain is one of the world’s leading players in pork production and exports, meaning any disruption could shift import demand toward other major …
It’s a pleasure to share our Thanksgiving on the Farm poem that I wrote some years ago, and we’ll do that as we continue the Bottom Line Report. Our friends at AgroLiquid join me in wishing you a safe and enjoyable Thanksgiving, and we share our Thanksgiving on the Farm poem as we have for many, many years. The chores are done, it …
Wall Street Awaits Fed Rate Cut as Trade Talks and Tariff Decisions Loom Happy days are here again. At least, that’s the sentiment many on Wall Street and Main Street are cautiously embracing as the Federal Reserve prepares to announce its long-awaited interest rate cut. “This is the day Wall Street has been waiting for, expecting the Federal Reserve to …
The peanut market is having a difficult year. While the 2025 crop looks strong with higher-than-average yields, prices continue to fall, leaving many farmers facing tight margins and uncertainty. “Well, the peanut market is having a hard time this year having a bigger crop than normal. The crop looks very good and that’s pushed shell prices down along with farmer …
