AL Drought

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, General

Some say it’s the worst drought in 30 years, with 2/3s of the cotton crop in the state rated poor to very poor now. Alabama Ag Commissioner Ron Sparks says the state is doing all it can to help. Report (:55 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …

Trade Adjustment Assistance Available

Randall Weiseman General

U.S. agricultural producers who have been adversely affected by imports of competitive commodities may be eligible for the Trade Adjustment Assistance program. General information about the TAA program can be found on FAS’ Web site. Report (:53 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

GA Ag Commissioner Race

Randall Weiseman General, Georgia

Republican Gary Black is challenging Democrat Tommy Irvin for commissioner of agriculture in Georgia and one of his main issues is renewable fuels. Report (:53 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FL Deer & Turkey Shortcourse is Friday

Randall Weiseman Florida, General

University of Florida IFAS will hold a Deer & Turkey Shortcourse this coming Friday.  Report (:53 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Hurricane Forecast Lowered

Randall Weiseman General

NOAA has revised its predictions for this year’s hurricane season downward, but still above normal. Report (:55 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

New Beekeepers Needed

Dan General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The number of beekeepers nationwide is on the decline, which could impact crops pollinated by bees.  Report (1:00 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

FL Nursery Growers Look Forward to BMP Manual

Dan General, Nursery Crops

The Florida Nursery Growers and Landscapers Association is hoping the new BMP manual will be adopted statewide by the end of the year.  Report (:55 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

AL Getting Into Conservation Tillage

Dan General, USDA-NRCS

Alabama is a leader in conservation tillage but nearly half of the farms in the state still could switch. Report (:55 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Nutrition Needs Vary by Age

Randall Weiseman General

The nutrition needs of children vary as they grow. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Cotton Watching Farm Bill Action

Randall Weiseman Cotton, General, Georgia

Even though calls for an extension of current farm policy seem to be increasing, Georgia Cotton Commission executive director Richey Seaton says debate will be hot and heavy. Report (:57 wma) Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024