The Office of the United States Trade Representative (USTR) will pursue avenues to assist the Southeast seasonal produce industry in coordination with the United States Department of Agriculture. The announcement comes after members of Congress requested an examination of certain issues in a September 8, 2022, Section 301 petition. The 301 statute requires that USTR make a decision on whether …
EQIP Signup in Georgia Runs through Next Week
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia wants to remind producers and landowners that signup for fiscal year 2023 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funding runs until November 4, 2022. All Georgia agricultural and forest operators who wish to be considered for this year’s technical and financial assistance should apply by that date. While customers can apply year-round, this application ranking date …
Georgia Beef Board Ready for Macon Burger Week
A big Beef Checkoff event kicks off late next week in Georgia, as Macon Burger Week will be held November 7-13. Taylor Evans, director of public relations for the Georgia Beef Board (GBB), says this is the 5th year for the event and 18 restaurants will be participating. More information can be found at maconburgerweek.com. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 10-21-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended October 21, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended October 21, 2022, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 13,700 head compared to 13,485 last week and …
Sign-Up Underway for RCPP Projects in Georgia
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia, along with partner groups, is conducting a sign-up for four regionally-focused conservation projects funded through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). This includes Project ID# 1960 – The Red Hills to the Coast, Connecting Land. This state project was developed in conjunction with Tall Timbers Research Station and Land Conservancy. The …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Starts Today in Moultrie, Georgia, Continues Through Thursday
By Clint Thompson It will be a picturesque week in Moultrie, Georgia for farmers in the Southeast to learn about the latest technological advancements at this year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo. There are clear skies, temperatures are cool, and excitement is in the air, says Chip Blalock, executive director of the Sunbelt Ag Expo. “We’ve got beautiful Chamber of Commerce weather …
Various Events at Sunbelt Ag Expo
The Sunbelt Agricultural Exposition will celebrate its 44th Anniversary show October 18-20 in Moultrie, GA. Tyron Spearman reports various exhibitors will be on hand to display and demonstrate products along with a variety of events taking place over the 3-day event. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …
Livestock Market Reports for Week Ended 10-14-2022
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia for the week ended October 14, 2022, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended October 14, 2022, receipts at 21 markets totaled an estimated 13,500 head compared to 16,096 last week and …
Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks Off Tuesday
The annual Sunbelt Ag Expo is coming up next week. Tyron Spearman reports the big show will be held October 18-20 in Moultrie, Georgia. 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 through SharpShooter™June …
USDA-NRCS in Georgia Announces EQIP Sign-Up
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia has announced a statewide application ranking date for fiscal year 2023 Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) funding. All Georgia agricultural and forest operators who wish to be considered for this year’s technical and financial assistance should apply by November 4, 2022. While customers can apply year-round, this application ranking date announcement is for all general …