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Cattle producers are wondering what might become of their pastures after recent cold weather across the state. We caught up with Dr. Lisa Baxter with the University of Georgia to learn more. Baxter said, “The big question that I’m getting right now with this not unseemly cold weather, but man it has been prolonged to say the least, is are my …
The Georgia General Assembly continues it’s work in Atlanta and we caught up with Will Bentley with the Georgia Agribusiness Council to get an update on their progress through the session. Bentley said, “We continue to focus on passing the amended budget right now. The Senate just voted to pass their version of FY26 amended budget, looking at the changes that have …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended February 20, 2026, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended- February 20, 2026, receipts at 16 markets totaled 10,185 head compared to 11,127 last week and 5,445 last …
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper has officially signed a proclamation recognizing February 2026 as “Georgia Black Farmers Month,” honoring the vital role Black farmers play in the state’s top industry. The proclamation signing ceremony took place at the Georgia State Capitol and included several state leaders and agricultural advocates. Joining Commissioner Harper were Lieutenant Governor Burt Jones, House Agriculture and …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended February 13, 2026, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended February 13, 2026, receipts at 16 markets totaled 11,127 head compared to 8,356 last week and 10,243 last …
By Clint Thompson State taxes highlighted this week’s work in the Georgia Legislature. Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President Will Bentley talked about the discussions being had in Atlanta which would have significant ramifications for the state’s farmers. “This week had a huge emphasis on taxes with the Senate passing late last week out of committee a bill to attempt to …
Here are the weekly livestock market reports for Alabama, Florida, and Georgia, for the week ended February 6, 2026, compiled by the Livestock Market News Service for all three states. AL Livestock Market Report: At Alabama Livestock Auctions, for the week ended February 06, 2026, receipts at 16 markets totaled 8,356 head compared to 1,372 last week and 16,115 last …
Georgia Confirms HPAI Detection in Commercial Poultry Flock in Hart County Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper has announced a confirmed positive detection of Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza (HPAI) in a commercial poultry flock located in Hart County. The confirmation follows testing and response efforts coordinated between state and federal animal health officials. Commissioner Harper shared the update in a …
UGA Forecast Highlights Changes to Farm Bill Timeline Under H.R. 1 At the University of Georgia Agricultural Forecast hearing last week, economists discussed how congressional action this year has altered the traditional Farm Bill timeline. Typically, Congress renews the Farm Bill every five years, setting a single expiration date for dozens of farm and nutrition programs. However, the passage of …
UGA Ag Forecast: Cotton and Peanut Producers Face Continued Price Pressure The University of Georgia recently released its annual Ag Forecast, offering insights into what producers can expect in the coming year. According to UGA economists, the outlook for key Georgia commodities such as cotton and peanuts remains challenging, driven largely by low prices, high production costs, and ongoing market …
