Below you'll find a list of all posts that have been categorized as “Georgia”
Imagine being so passionate about your work that you never want to retire. That’s how Everett Griner feels about broadcasting. But at age 92, he has decided to turn off his microphone and hang it up for good. BACK TO THE BEGINNINGS Griner has been all around the world, thanks to his military experience. In the 1940s, instead of going …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended July 12, 2019, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the week ended July 12, 2019, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 12,800 head compared to 00,000 last week and …
In preparation for this fall’s peanut harvest, Tyron Spearman reports efforts are underway to hire inspectors for this year’s crop. Sponsored ContentFlorida 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, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Resources To Researchers For Applied ResearchJune 12, 2026Florida Cattle …
Throughout the month of July, Smart Irrigation Month is being celebrated in Georgia. The month serves as the showcase to promote the social, economic, and environmental benefits of and farmers’ commitment to the adoption of efficient irrigation technologies, and leading-edge products and services in agriculture, landscape, and turf irrigation. USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Georgia encourages producers to learn …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) reminds Southeast landowners that signup for the Feral Swine Eradication and Control Pilot Program (FSCP) continues. It was developed to respond to the threat that feral swine pose to agriculture, native ecosystems, and human and animal health. The first round of pilot projects in the program are being offered in …
The Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) will hold its 9th Annual Summer Conference July 25-27 at the Ridges Resort in Hiawassee. GCA President Brent Galloway invites producers from across the state to attend. The event kicks off Thursday evening, July 25 with a reception, grill out and family fun. On Friday, July 26, business begins with committee meetings that are open to …
With another big holiday coming up, the Georgia Beef Board (GBB) has been busy promoting various beef cuts and recipes. In this Beef Checkoff report, GBB’s Kaytlyn Malia says GBB is excited about all the beef that will be cooked this week. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application …
USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey has the latest look at the nation’s cotton crop. When it comes to the peanut crop, Rippey notes they are one crop developing ahead of schedule. In Alabama, 64 percent of the cotton is squaring, that compares to only 43 percent this time last year. 5 percent is setting bolls. 53 percent of the peanut crop …
We are hearing more and more about hemp production and what is taking place in various states. In Georgia, the “Hemp Farming Act” requires the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) to promulgate rules regulating hemp growers and processors in the state and submit its plan to USDA for approval. According to the GDA, they are currently in the process of …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended June 28, 2019, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions for the Week ended June 28, 2019, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 11,198 last week 12,273 and 11,258 last year. …
