The American Peanut Council took part in the USDA’s international trade mission to South Korea this past week; an important opportunity to promote U.S. peanuts abroad. Tyron Spearman has more.
The Jelly Bean Prayer
With today being Good Friday, the markets are closed. So, Mark Oppold brings us a special report, his annual Jelly Bean Prayer. Red is for the blood he gave, green is for the grass he made. Yellow is for the sun so bright, orange is for the edge of night. Black is for the sins we made, white is for …
Eggs, Bunnies and Easter
As we move into the Easter weekend, have you ever wondered why we hunt eggs? Or maybe you’ve wondered how the Easter bunny came to be? U.S. Department of Agriculture Historical Expert, Anne Effland, shares more.
Peanut Research Foundation Announces Plans for 2024
The Peanut Research Foundation recently announced their plans for 2024. Exciting innovation at the forefront of their efforts, Tyron Spearman has more.
Farm Bank Lending Increased in 2023
Agricultural loan demand increased in 2023, and agricultural lending by U.S. farm banks grew 6.7 percent to $110 billion. The American Bankers Association’s (ABA) annual Farm Bank Performance Report credits elevated production costs, commodity price volatility, and a return to pre-COVID levels of direct government payments. The ABA says farm banks continued to enjoy solid performance in 2023, with robust …
Grain Traders Tracking Issues Abroad
Many agricultural traders continue to keep an eye on various issues in other countries that affect the markets. Mark Oppold has more details.
APC Reports on Promotion Efforts
The American Peanut Council recently reported on their efforts promoting U.S. grown peanuts domestically and abroad. Tyron Spearman has more.
GBB has Resources for Georgia Beef Month
The Georgia Beef Board is gearing up for “the best beef month ever” says Caitlin Jackson, GBB Checkoff Programs Coordinator. Listen below as Caitlin shares more.
ACA to Hold High School Beef Cook Off
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is hosting the Alabama Junior and Senior High School Beef Cook off April 12. ACA Director of Consumer Outreach, Josie Jones shares more.
FBC Reports Stellar BEEF Promotion at SBWFF
The Florida Beef Council reports stellar BEEF promotion at South Beach Wine and Food Festival in Miami. As the premier event for celebrity chefs and foodies, beef had a spotlight thanks to the Florida Beef Council. FBC’s Deanne Maples shares more.