A vaccine for pigs is being developed. Everett Griner tells us all about it. Download Audio
Freeze has had a Large Impact on GA Vegetable Production
The affect of the freeze in Florida on specialty crops has been garnering a lot of attention, but vegetable grower Bill Brim of Tifton, Georgia says they are suffering as well.
Weather Decreases Cotton Yields
This week’s cotton report showed that our adverse weather conditions has taken their toll on cotton yields and World Outlook Board Chair, Gerry Bange, says that the decrease will have an effect on prices as well.
The Power of the Pecan
The pecan is often considered an ideal choice for anyone interested in maintaining a healthy diet and incoming chairman of the Georgia Pecan Growers Association, Duke Lane Jr., says business has really picked up since consumers have started to realize the health benefits of one of their favorite nuts.
Peanut Trends for the Southeast
After this weeks release of the January crop production numbers, Tyron Spearman takes a look at how the trends have changed concerning where peanut production mostly takes place.
GCA Nominating Committee Looks for Leaders
The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association Nominating Committee has been appointed and is soliciting nominations this year for Regional Vice Presidents and a slate of officers for 2010. If interested in serving GCA or would like to suggest a fellow member contact Mike McCravy.
Economist Sees Optimism for Livestock Recovery
An extension livestock economist with Mississippi State University told those attending the American Farm Bureau Federation meeting this week that optimism tempered with caution are the words to remember for the livestock outlook for 2010.
GA Cotton Producers Implementing Conservational Practices
Georgia Cotton Commission board member and cotton producer, Jimmy Webb, has used the Environment Quality Incentives Program on his farm for the past five years to help implement conservation measures on his operation.
FFA Rose Parade Float Represents American Farming
The Rose Parade spotlights FFA and Everett Griner tells us all about it. Download Audio
Livestock Disaster Payments Top $175 Million
USDA has announced they’ve made more than 175-million dollars in disaster payments to livestock producers through two farm bill programs.