On behalf of Georgia’s 3,500 cotton farming families, the Georgia Cotton Commission recently donated 12,000 pairs of socks to various homeless shelters across the state. Farmers delivered socks to the Albany Rescue Mission, the Friends Ministry in Bainbridge, Lowndes Associated Ministries to People in Valdosta, the Southwest Georgia Housing Opportunities in Columbus, The Sparrow’s Nest in Athens, Cedartown United Fund, …
Alabama’s Bill Lipscomb Serves on Cattlemen’s Beef Board
A past president of the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Bill Lipscomb from Prattville, is currently serving as the Alabama representative on the Cattlemen’s Beef Board (CBB). Lipscomb told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman he is one of 102 representatives on the board. The CBB is responsible for overseeing the collection of Beef Checkoff dollars and funding the various national programs. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins …
New Report Lays Out Priorities for U.S. Dairy Reform
A new report from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) lays out priorities, principles, and recommendations for reforming dairy policy. A Farm Bureau Working Group explored options for strengthening the dairy industry through the 2023 Farm Bill and modernizing the current Federal Milk Marketing Order. Some of the priorities for FMMO reform include returning the Class 1 mover to a …
Amazing Year for Beef Exports
2022 was an amazing year for U.S. beef exports, according to Joe Schuele, vice president of communications for the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). He recently told AgNet Media this all comes after a record year in 2021. Schuele noted that next year, U.S. beef exports numbers will probably be down a bit. October Pork Exports Largest in 16 Months; …
Around the State with Commissioner Pate
In this week’s “Around the State with Commissioner Rick Pate”, with Christmas over Commissioner, I know you and your staff are looking ahead at 2023. What are some of the things you are focusing on? And that’s our weekly Around the State with Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner, Rick Pate. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement …
Georgia Peanut Commission Sponsoring Upcoming Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl
By Clint Thompson The upcoming Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl is not just an opportunity for the Georgia Bulldogs to advance to the National Championship game. It provides the Georgia Peanut Commission another chance to do what it does best – promote Georgia peanuts. Joy Crosby, assistant executive director with the Georgia Peanut Commission, discusses the importance of her organization promoting such …
Signup Now for Conservation Incentive Contracts in Alabama
The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Alabama is offering an expanded opportunity for climate-smart agriculture in 2023. Updates include statewide availability of the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP) Conservation Incentive Contracts. These improvements to NRCS’ working lands conservation programs, combined with continued program opportunities in Alabama, are part of the Biden-Harris Administration’s broader effort to support climate-smart agriculture. Applications will be accepted through Friday, …
Working on Your 2023 Conservation Resolutions
With 2022 coming to an end, some are already thinking about plans for next year. And if making resolutions includes conservation, the USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) is ready to help you do just that. And a recent article highlights some of the options to consider: To get started on your conservation plans, simply stop by your local USDA service center, to discuss your …
U.S. Dairy Salutes USTR’s Pursuit of Canadian USMCA Compliance
Tuesday, both the National Milk Producers Federation (NMPF) and U.S. Dairy Export Council (USDEC) commended the U.S. Trade Representative’s announcement that it is filing a new request for dispute settlement consultations with Canada in order to expand the scope of the second U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA) dairy dispute to include additional elements necessary to ensure that Canada fully complies with its USMCA obligations. The initial …
Nominations for 2022 Georgia Quality Cotton Awards
The Georgia Cotton Commission announced that nominations are being accepted for the 2022 Georgia Quality Cotton Awards. The purpose of the awards is to recognize producers and ginners of high-quality cotton fiber and to identify their general management practices for the benefit of other growers. Here are some points of information to keep in mind. The participating gin will identify …