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Challenges for Florida Farms Impacted by Hurricane Milton

Dan Economy, Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Hurricane

Many folks were affected by Hurricane Milton when it moved across the Florida peninsula last week, and that includes agriculture. USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey notes power outages and other challenges facing Florida dairy and farm operators affected by the storm.  This is something that Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Executive Vice President, Jim Handley talked about with Southeast AgNet when describing what they …

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Georgia Beef Board Wraps up Fair, Prepares for Another Promotion

Dan Beef, Cattle, Georgia Beef Board (GBB), Marketing

The Georgia Beef Board (GBB) staff has been busy with various activities, with one of those just wrapping up this past weekend. GBB Executive Vice President Dale Sandlin talks about the Georgia National Fair, and how things went there in promoting beef and then has a preview of an upcoming promotion. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle …

Sunbelt Ag Expo

Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks Off Today

Dan Sunbelt Ag Expo

The annual Sunbelt Ag Expo officially kicks off today, October 15th, in Moultrie, Georgia. Tyron Spearman has a look at some of the events scheduled for today and through the three-day event. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

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USDA Launches New Tools to Improve Fertilizer and Grain Transportation Visibility

Dan Agri-Business, Environment, Exports/Imports, Trade, USDA-AMS

The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has introduced two new tools to boost transparency and resilience in the agricultural transportation sector. Announced today, the Fertilizer Transportation Dashboard and the Pacific Northwest Barge Rate Data Series are now available on the Agricultural Transportation Open Data Platform (AgTransport). The Fertilizer Transportation Dashboard provides up-to-date information on key fertilizer supply chain indicators. These …

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Hurricane Milton Impacts on Florida Cattle Producers

Dan Cattle, Economy, Florida, Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Hurricane

Less than two weeks ago we talked with Florida Cattlemen’s Association (FCA) Executive Vice President, Jim Handley about the impacts Hurricane Helene had on cattle producers in the state. And now we are talking with him about the impacts from another storm, Hurricane Milton. Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman caught up with Handley late Friday morning about what they have encountered thus far …

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Sunbelt Ag Expo Kicks off Tuesday

Dan Sunbelt Ag Expo

The annual Sunbelt Ag Expo officially kicks of Tuesday, October 15th. Tyron Spearman looks at some of the many events that will take place during the big three-day event. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received …

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NCBA Releases Findings from Cattle Producer Tax Survey

Dan Cattle, Economy, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) released a report analyzing data collected in a nationwide tax survey of America’s cattle producers. Rusty Halvorson has more details. To view the full report, click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track …

Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation

Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation Collecting Fencing Materials for Cattle Producers in North Carolina, Florida and Georgia

Dan Agri-Business, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Cattle, Economy, Hurricane

(ACA/MONTGOMERY, AL/Oct. 10, 21024) — The Alabama Cattlemen’s Foundation (ACF) is hosting a relief effort benefitting cattle producers in North Carolina, Florida and Georgia affected by recent hurricanes. In coordination with the North Carolina Cattlemen’s Association, the Florida Cattlemen’s Association and the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association, the effort will focus on collecting fencing materials and monetary donations. The donation window is …

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NCBA Shares Hurricane Helene Disaster Resources

Dan Agri-Business, Hurricane, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA), USDA-FSA, USDA-NRCS

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is sharing updated information about disaster relief programs available to cattle producers impacted by hurricanes – and opportunities to support disaster recovery through NCBA state affiliates.  NCBA President Mark Eisele encourages producers to utilize the relief programs available through USDA and contact NCBA if you encounter any challenges or need assistance.  Sign up begins Oct. 15, …

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Vilsack on Animal Disease Traceability Rule

Dan Cattle, Livestock, USDA

The Agriculture Secretary recently talked about a soon-to-be enacted enhanced animal disease traceability rule including aspects of privacy and keeping export markets open. Rod Bain has more. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Offers Targeted Research for Florida Cattle IndustryFebruary 20, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By …