USDA is once again celebrating No-Till November. This fall, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is encouraging America’s agricultural producers to keep the stubble and give their farm a more rugged, natural look. While many farmers till during the fall, NRCS notes the reasons not to do so. They note that No-till improves soil health by not disturbing soil microbiology, …
House Agriculture Committee Approves Bipartisan CFTC Reauthorization
The House Agriculture Committee approved H.R. 4895, a bill to reauthorize the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC). Ranking Member K. Michael Conaway (TX-11) and Commodity Exchanges, Energy, and Credit Subcommittee Ranking Member Austin Scott (GA-8) released the following remarks upon passage: “This reauthorization provides the CFTC with the tools it needs to successfully regulate the U.S. derivatives market, safeguard consumers, …
Enhancing Your Landscape with Garden Stones
Cathy Isom takes you into your gardens and landscape by filling you in about using garden stones to enhance your space. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Landscape stone materials are the perfect way to enhance your space, and the right stones will boost your home’s appearance. Landscaping stones are a great way to personalize your garden. Looking …
Voting Begins for 2019 FSA County Committee Elections
Eligible Voters to Receive Ballots Week of Nov. 4 (USDA/FSA) — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will begin mailing ballots on November 4 to eligible farmers and ranchers across the country for the Farm Service Agency (FSA) county committee elections. “Our county committee members play a key role in our efforts to provide assistance to producers,” said FSA Administrator …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Continues Today
Day two of the Sunbelt Ag Expo takes place today in Moultrie, Georgia. Tyron Spearman is there and has this report. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Results of the 2019 Southeastern Hay Contest
(Sunbelt Ag Expo-October 15, 2019) — The 2019 Southeastern Hay Contest (SEHC) presented by Massey Ferguson celebrates its 15th edition with a record of 380 entries vying for the top spot. Since 2004, the SEHC, a partnership between Auburn University, Clemson University, The University of Florida and The University of Georgia has been a key tool for promoting hay quality …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks off Today
The annual Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off today in Moultrie, Georgia. Expo Executive Director, Chip Blalock, says they have enhanced their youth educational programs this year. On Wednesday, COUNTRY Financial will sponsor the Youth Educational Challenges for students in 6th through 12th grade. There are various challenges lined up for them, as students can compete as an individual or as …
Georgia Cotton Commission at Sunbelt Ag Expo
The 42nd edition of the Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off Tuesday in Moultrie, Georgia, as various groups and commodity organizations will be on hand to meet with producers, and that includes the Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC). GCC Executive Director Richey Seaton hopes cotton producers will be able to attend. Cotton fields at the Sunbelt Ag Expo are a highlight each year, as …
Various Livestock Exhibits at Sunbelt Ag Expo
The annual Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off Tuesday in Moultrie, Georgia, and once again you will be able to see a variety of livestock exhibits and take part in various seminars. Becca Turner, vice president of marketing and public relations at Sunbelt Ag Expo, says this is an area that is always a highlight of the Expo. The Sunbelt Ag …
Learn More about the Georgia Farm Safety Program at Sunbelt
Producers attending this year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo are encouraged to learn more about the Georgia Department of Agriculture’s Farm Safety Program. It started back in 2013 to help develop partnerships and relationships with farmers across the state concerning the regulatory requirements for produce safety under the Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA). Farm Safety Education and Outreach Associate, Elizabeth Stalvey, invites …