The next Georgia Cattlemen’s Association (GCA) Cattlemen’s Connection Meeting is headed to Forsyth, Georgia, this Friday, November 18th. The event includes a schedule full of opportunities to expand your knowledge of direct-to-consumer marketing and beef processing. GCA’s Young Cattlemen’s Council has taken the reins and has been working hard to draw in our biggest crowd yet. Registration for the event is $15 and is …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 11-11-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended November 11, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended November 11, 2022, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 17,000 head compared to 11,387 last week and …
Hurricane Nicole’s Effects on Agriculture
As the remnants of Hurricane Nicole continue to move Northward, Mark Oppold reports how it has and will effect certain aspects of agriculture. 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 …
USDAÂ NRCS in Georgia Offers Conservation Funding Opportunities
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia has several assistance opportunities for agricultural producers and private landowners for key programs. This includes the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP), Conservation Stewardship Program (CSP), Agricultural Conservation Easement Program (ACEP) and the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). Through these conservation programs, NRCS provides technical and financial assistance to help producers and landowners make conservation improvements on their land that benefit natural …
Macon Burger Week Underway in Georgia
A big Beef Checkoff event is now underway in Georgia, as Macon Burger Week officially started Monday. Taylor Evans, director of public relations for the Georgia Beef Board (GBB), says they love this promotion. Macon Burger Week runs through November 13th. More information can be found at maconburgerweek.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 11-04-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended November 4, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended November 04, 2022, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 11,400 head compared to 11,677 last week and …
Funding to Increase Meat Processing Capacity Will Benefit Southeast
Secretary Tom Vilsack announced that the Biden-Harris Administration is investing $73 million in 21 grant projects through the first round of the Meat and Poultry Processing Expansion Program (MPPEP). The funding will expand meat and poultry processing capacity, which in turn increases competition, supports producer income, and strengthens the food supply chain to lower costs for working families and create jobs and economic …
EQIP Sign-up in Georgia Ends Friday
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia wants to remind agricultural and forest operators in the state that applications for fiscal year 2023 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funding need to be in by Friday, November 4, 2022. While EQIP applications are accepted year-round, this sign-up is for all general EQIP, as well as some special initiatives such as Climate-Smart Agriculture and Forestry. …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 10-28-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended October 28, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: Due to the fact all of the Alabama market reporters attended training sessions this past week, none of the cattle sales across the state were covered. …
USDA Invests Another $759 Million in Rural Broadband
USDA is giving another boost to rural broadband. “We’re building a better America by ensuring our investments reach everyone, including our rural and underserved communities,” said White House Senior Advisor and Infrastructure Coordinator Mitch Landrieu during a call with reporters. “Rural communities are the backbone of our nation but for too long they have been left behind and they have …