Last week was a busy week for the staff at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Their Executive Vice President, Erin Beasley, explains what all transpired. Beasley also wants reminds producers that their summer regional meetings/cookouts at various sites across the state starts May 22nd. For more information click here. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In our “Around the State with Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture Rick Pate”, filling in for the Commissioner this week is Meredith Casey from Sweet Grown Alabama. And Meredith, I understand May is National Strawberry Month and you would like to talk about strawberry production in Alabama. Click here to learn more about U-Pick strawberry operations in Alabama. That’s our weekly Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries report. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
Apples and Oranges Top U. S. Fruit Choices
These are the top fruit choices in the United States. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Apples held the top spot for total fruit available for consumption in 2021 at more than 26 pounds per person after adjusting for losses. USDA’s Economic Research Service’s (ERS) loss-adjusted food availability data adjusts the data for food spoilage, plate waste, and …
Florida USDA NRCS Seeks Proposals for Innovative Approaches to Urban Agriculture
Up to $1 million will be invested in Conservation Innovation Grants (NRCS-FL/GAINESVILLE, FL/May 9, 2023) — The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) today announced the Natural Resources Conservation Service in Florida will invest up to $1,000,000 for Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) for urban agriculture, water conservation, carbon sequestration, and soil health. The deadline to submit a proposal for this CIG grant funding opportunity …
Deadline is May 26 for Nominations to Serve on Georgia Cotton Commission
The Georgia Cotton Commission encourages any producer interested or knows someone that is interested in serving on the Georgia Agriculture Commodity Commission for Cotton to submit a nomination by Friday, May 26. Nomination forms can be found at – agr.georgia.gov/cpf, under the nomination form tab or by emailing andy.harrison@agr.georgia.gov. Nominations will be accepted through email or by mail at Andy …
USDA Looking to Fill Soil Conservation Positions
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is ramping up hiring of new team members to help implement $19.5 billion from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) for conservation programs. A part of this initiative, USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) recently opened job announcements for soil conservationists. This batch of job openings is part of a broader effort by NRCS to help producers develop conservation …
Economic Research Service: Farm Income Decline Varies by Region
After reaching recent highs in 2021 and 2022, the average net cash income of U.S. farm businesses is expected to decline by 18 percent in 2023 compared with 2022. Farm businesses across the country are forecast to see higher production expenses, lower cash receipts, and lower Government payments in 2023, resulting in lower expected average net cash farm income. However, …
35th World Pork Expo Coming in June
The World Pork Expo is returning to the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines for its 35th year June 7-9. Presented by National Pork Producers Council (NPPC), this year’s event will mark a major milestone for the world’s largest pork-specific trade show. Pork producers and industry professionals will be able to celebrate 35 years of the event with the best programming, educational seminars and networking …
Ag Exports in 2021 Generate Billions in Economic Activity
How much do ag exports contribute to the nation’s economic activity? That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. A new USDA report says exports constitute a significant market for American farm and food products and send ripples of activity through the nation’s economy. The USDA Economic Research Service (ERS) says America’s agricultural exports, valued at $177.3 billion in 2021, …
Local Promotions for May Beef Month in Georgia
May Beef Month in Georgia continues, as the Georgia Beef Board (GBB) staff has been busy with various promotional efforts. And according to GBB Director of Public Relations, Taylor Evans, this includes various promotions by local chapters. To learn more about May Beef Month in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon at 478-474-1815. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …