Sunbelt Farmer of the Year Chosen

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia

10 state winners were on hand for the Swisher Sweets/Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year award luncheon today, and when it was announced, this year’s recipient was Brian Kirksey from Arkansas. Pictured (l-r) are Alabama state winner Lamar Dewberry, Kirksey, Florida state winner Randy Strode, and Georgia state winner Wayne McKinnon. AL story: FL story: GA story: To learn …

Versatility of Propane Showcased at Sunbelt Expo

Randall Weiseman Energy, General, Georgia, Livestock

The Georgia Propane Association is here at Sunbelt Expo showcasing the versatility of propane. Their exhibit includes a variety of products from mowers to household luxeries for both the farmer and consumer, which can all be seen in their building located in block C-10. Plus, Randall Weiseman talked with Jenni about other benefits of using propane. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® …

Sunbelt Expo Underway Today

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Corn, Cotton, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Pork, Poultry, Soybeans

The 31st Annual Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off today in Moultrie, Georgia as there will be exhibits and events that most anyone will enjoy during the 3-day event. Sunbelt’s Executive Director Chip Blalock invites everyone to attend. To learn more about this years event, click Here Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata …

GA Beef at Taste of Atlanta

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Georgia

Beef checkoff dollars were hard at work this past weekend as Jim Collins with the Georgia Beef Board said they were able to take part in the annual Taste of Atlanta where a large crowd was on hand. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

October Cotton Crop Forecast

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Florida, Georgia

The October forecast for the U.S. cotton crop has been released by USDA, as Shiela Corley with NASS in Washington D.C. has the numbers. USDA NASS Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Higher Peanut Production Forecast

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

The October forecast from USDA is for peanut production to be even higher than last month’s prediction which includes higher numbers here in the southeast. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Georgia Cattlewomen Promote Beef

Randall Weiseman Beef, Cattle, Georgia

The fall season can be an extemely busy time for the Georgia Beef Board as various fairs and events present great opportunities to promote beef to consumers. Carla Kelsoe, president of the Georgia Cattlewomen, says that the GCWA tries to do their part to make sure the consumer is fully informed, especially focusing on women and children with recipes and …

Georgia National Fair Planning New Arena

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Georgia

The Georgia National Fairgrounds and Agricenter in Perry is planning a new covered arena to help with the growing number of junior cattle shows. Jim Floyd, director of agriculture and youth, says that the current arena is too small for the amount of cattle the youth have and that the new air conditioned facility should help make the shows more …

USDA Awards More Than $28 Million in Specialty Crop Research

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops

WASHINGTON, Oct. 8, 2008 – Agriculture Secretary Ed Schafer today announced that USDA has awarded more than $28 million through the Specialty Crop Research Initiative (SCRI) to solve critical specialty crop agriculture issues, address priorities and solve problems through multifunctional research and extension. The Specialty Crop Research Initiative was established by the 2008 Farm Bill to support the specialty crop …

John Deere Kicks Off Drive Green & New Compact Tractor Lineup

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Florida, General, Georgia, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

This week in Sarasota, Florida John Deere is holding an ag media event to kick off its “Drive Green” campaign. We’re on the scene here in south Florida for this event. Hear more in this report and be sure to stay tuned to Southeast AgNet for more information. Sponsoring this report: Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture …