Today is the last day of the 31st annual Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia as gates will be open until 4:00 this afternoon. Pictured is the Georgia Cotton Commission tent where Richey Seaton and Karen Nikitopoulos are talking with Expo attendees about the cotton industry in the state. Richey talks about their past two week run at both the …
Citrus Concerns Grow Over Specialty Crop Research Allocations
There is a growing rumble in Florida and particularly in citrus country over recent allocations of specialty crop research monies. CLICK HERE to read the entire USDA news release that outlines where some 28-million research dollars are being awarded. Some industry and congressional sources tell us the allocations overlook critical and timely needs for research into citrus greening disease, or …
FL Farm Bureau President on Politics of World Trade
Florida Farm Bureau’s John Hoblick was recently re-elected to his second two-year term as president of the state’s largest general farm organization. In his position Hoblick has opportunities to meet frequently with other agriculture leaders across the state and nation, and to participate in targeted travel and learning opportunities in dealing with the many issues affecting the state’s agriculture industries. …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Day Two
Day two is underway in Moultrie, Georgia for the 31st annual Sunbelt Ag Expo. Tyron Spearman looks at what is in store for the day. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Sunbelt Farmer of the Year Chosen
10 state winners were on hand for the Swisher Sweets/Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year award luncheon today, and when it was announced, this year’s recipient was Brian Kirksey from Arkansas. Pictured (l-r) are Alabama state winner Lamar Dewberry, Kirksey, Florida state winner Randy Strode, and Georgia state winner Wayne McKinnon. AL story: FL story: GA story: To learn …
Versatility of Propane Showcased at Sunbelt Expo
The Georgia Propane Association is here at Sunbelt Expo showcasing the versatility of propane. Their exhibit includes a variety of products from mowers to household luxeries for both the farmer and consumer, which can all be seen in their building located in block C-10. Plus, Randall Weiseman talked with Jenni about other benefits of using propane. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers …
Sunbelt Expo Underway Today
The 31st Annual Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off today in Moultrie, Georgia as there will be exhibits and events that most anyone will enjoy during the 3-day event. Sunbelt’s Executive Director Chip Blalock invites everyone to attend. To learn more about this years event, click Here Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag …
Florida Farm Bureau Awards
More than 450 Florida Farm Bureau Federation leaders from across the state gathered in Orlando for the 67th annual meeting last week. The Distinguished Service to Agriculture Award was presented to Orange County cattle producer Bobby Beagles and the late Suwannee County farmer George Poucher. Larry and Jenny Black of Polk County couple were selected as the winners of Florida …
Legislative Issues Top Agenda at FL FB Meeting
Legislative issues topped the agenda at Florida Farm Bureau’s annual meeting last week in Orlando. Senate Ag committee chairman JD Alexander says Florida is facing budget shortfalls that will make the next legislative session just as challenging as this year was. Listen to report here: Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff interviewed Sen. Alexander about a number of issues at the annual …
FL Farm Bureau Re-Elects Officers
John Hoblick of DeLeon Springs was elected president and Rick Roth of Wellington was elected vice president of the Florida Farm Bureau Federation at last week’s annual meeting in Orlando. Hoblick says one of the topics of discussion at last week’s meeting was trade. Listen to report here: Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff interviewed Hoblick at the annual meeting: Listen to …