Disease Management Vital for Peanut Producers

By Clint Thompson The Georgia Peanut Commission and University of Georgia (UGA) Extension caution producers about disease management with harvest season approaching. Bob Kemerait, UGA Extension plant pathologist, discusses white mold and leaf spot, which could be problematic with increased rainfall in certain areas of the state. “This change in weather we’ve had, it’s almost like a light switch in …

NCBA Not Ready to Back Bills

Earlier this week we told you that House Agriculture Committee Chair David Scott had introduced the Small Family Farmer and Rancher Relief Act, H.R 8590. The legislation, designed to help small farmers and ranchers in the cattle industry, would provide financial assistance by strengthening the safety net and create opportunities to increase competition and help small ranchers access new marketing opportunities. While the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) says it’s …

USDA-NRCS Offers CIG On-Farm Trial Funding

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) recently announced they are accepting applications for project funding under USDA’s Conservation Innovation Grants (CIG) On-Farm Innovation Trial Program. Through CIG, partners work to address our nation’s water quality, water quantity, air quality, soil health and wildlife habitat challenges, all while improving agricultural operations. NRCS Chief Terry Cosby explains the intent behind the CIG On Farm Innovation …

Producer Education Programs Coming to Alabama

This month, there are two different producer education programs coming to Alabama. One of those is the Gulf Coast Cattlemen’s Conference being held next week in Atmore. The other one is the 2022 Stockmanship and Stewardship event being held in Auburn. Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) Executive Vice President Erin Beasley invites producers to attend these and other events coming up this fall. Learn more about …

Georgia Beef Promoted Through Outdoor Advertising

The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) works in various ways to get the beef message out to consumers. And according to GBB Director of Public Relations Taylor Evans, they’ve recently signed up again to promote beef through outdoor advertising. To learn more about Beef Checkoff funded promotions in Georgia, contact the GBB office in Macon at 478-474-1815. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …

Florida Beef Council Participates in Culinary Event

Last week, the Florida Beef Council (FBC) took part in a culinary event in Las Vegas where they worked with beef councils from other states to present the beef message. FBC Director of Education & Promotion DeAnne Maples says they presented information to chefs from across the country. For more information about Beef Checkoff funded promotions, contact the FBC office in Kissimmee. Sponsored …

GCC Reminds Producers About Field Days

By Clint Thompson The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) encourages producers to mark their calendars for the annual statewide field days that will be held in conjunction with University of Georgia (UGA) Extension. Taylor Sills, executive director of the GCC, discusses the benefits of growers attending these events. They will be held at various Extension centers in Georgia. “There’s a lot …

Florida Agricultural Landowners Encouraged to Apply for EQIP

Agricultural producers and landowners in Florida are encouraged to apply to participate in the Environmental Quality Incentives Program (EQIP).  The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Florida can provide producers and landowners with financial resources and one-on-one help to plan and implement improvements that address resource concerns. “Using EQIP conservation practices can lead to cleaner water and air, healthier soil and better wildlife …

Beef Variety Meat Exports are at a Record Pace

Record-breaking U.S. beef exports was a hot topic at this week’s Cattle Industry Summer Business Meeting in Reno, Nevada. This includes strong interest in exports of beef variety meat. During a session highlighting checkoff-funded efforts to expand beef demand, U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) Senior Director of Marketing Programs, Scott Reynolds, detailed how international demand for specific beef variety meat items helps …