FARM BILL IMPLEMENTATION – Progress as of October 2008

Gary Cooper Alabama, Citrus, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Sugar

This just in from USDA… Within weeks of the late June enactment of the Farm Bill, USDA began delivering program benefits for 2008 and will deliver additional program benefits in 2009. The 2008 Farm Bill has 15 titles — and more than 600 provisions: 50 percent more than the 2002 Farm Bill. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out …

Sunbelt Expo Wraps Up Today

Randall Weiseman Cotton, General, Georgia

Today is the last day of the 31st annual Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia as gates will be open until 4:00 this afternoon. Pictured is the Georgia Cotton Commission tent where Richey Seaton and Karen Nikitopoulos are talking with Expo attendees about the cotton industry in the state. Richey talks about their past two week run at both the …

Georgia Peanut Commission at Sunbelt Expo

Randall Weiseman Georgia, Peanuts

The Georgia Peanut Commission is busy at the Sunbelt Expo with an exhibit for both the producer and consumer. Executive director, Don Koehler says that they are glad to be onsite to promote the great nutrition and taste of the Georgia peanut. The commission has information and treats available for all ages. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out …

Dairy Producers Out at the Sunbelt Expo

Randall Weiseman Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

The Georgia Milk Producers are out at Sunbelt Expo with information for both the producer and consumer. Producers can stop by for dairy seminars that will be conducted throughout the show including the cow whisperer discussing different handling practices. Kids can learn about the importance of dairy and even see a cow being milked. The dairy exhibit is located in …

GA Cattlemen at Sunbelt

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Georgia

The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association is set up again this year in the beef pavilion talking with producers from across the state. Pictured (l-r) are GCA President Mike McCravy, GCA Executive VP Jim Collins, and past president Bill Hopkins. I had a chance to talk with Jim Collins about some of the issues concerning Georgia producers. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get …

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 ContentValley Helps Growers …

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 ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle …

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 ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle …

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 ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and …