The USDA released the January Cattle on Feed report last Friday, providing a glimpse of cattle numbers to start the new year. There were 11.9 million head of cattle and calves on feed as of January 1. A two percent increase from the same time last year. 7.2 million head were steers and steer calves, accounting for 60 percent of …
USDA MAP Funds Help Promote U.S. Peanuts Abroad
The peanut industry is receiving another exciting boost of funds to promote U.S. peanuts abroad, Tyron Spearman has more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
NCBA Keeps Pushing for Death Tax Relief
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) strongly supports the Death Tax Repeal Act introduced in both the House and Senate. NCBA says it’s unconscionable for cattle producers to face a tax that forces them to sell all or part of their family’s farm or ranch due to the death of a family member. “With the cost of farmland rising rapidly, …
Tallahassee Talks: FCA Boots on The Hill
The Florida Cattlemen’s Association held their annual Boot on The Hill event this week in Tallahassee. Sam Ard, Florida Cattlemen’s Director of Governmental Affairs Outlines FCA’s priorities for the session. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Agriculture in Atlanta: Week Two of the 2024 Legislative Session
Over the last week, Georgia General Assembly members heard budget proposals from state leaders. Will Bentley, President of the Georgia Agribusiness Council shares more on what’s happening under the gold dome. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Red Meat Export Potential a Mixed Bag
Looking at the 2024 U.S. red meat export potential, the forecast is mixed. Strong growth on the pork side over the last year has set that market segment up for greater expansion. An approximate eight percent growth in pork exports in 2023 with another four percent expected in 2024, U.S. pork is well-positioned for further growth. Erin Borror, U.S. Meat …
Georgia Peanut Farm Show Happening Today, Outstanding Farmers Honored
The Georgia Peanut Farm Show is today in Tifton, GA. Producers are gathered to gain the latest insights on peanut production and see new technology to improve their operation. Tyron Spearman has more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Regulations Would Revise Standards for Meat Processors
The American Sheep Industry Association reports that regulations would revise standards for meat processors. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency announced a proposed regulation that would revise wastewater discharge standards for facilities that process meat and poultry products. Many of these facilities are located near communities with environmental justice concerns that have bodies of water impaired by nutrient pollution. The agency’s …
Big Prizes for Growers at the Georgia Peanut Farm Show
There are big prizes for growers to possibly win this week at the Georgia Peanut Farm Show, Tyron Spearman has more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Gain Valuable Resources at the 47th Georgia Peanut Farm Show
The 47th Georgia Peanut Farm Show is this week in Tifton. A host of exhibitors and exceptional seminars await attendees. Tyron Spearman has more. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024