tractor sales

Slight Rise in 4-Wheel-Drive Tractor Sales in May

Dan Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), Economy, Industry

While total agriculture tractor sales in the U.S. dropped 11.5% in May compared to a year ago, sales of 4-wheel-drive tractors saw an increase of 9.4%. According to new data from the Association of Equipment Manufacturers (AEM), the increase follows a rise of 24% back in April compared to the year before, and the data also indicates year-to-date sales of 4-wheel-drive tractors are up 3.2%. …

Developing Healthier Animals Through Gene Editing

Will Jordan Cattle, Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

The Red Angus Association is working to utilize more gene-editing applications to promote herd health. Innovation in gene editing is revolutionizing the beef industry for tomorrow. Tom Brink, CEO of the Red Angus Association, shares how Red Angus is shaping the future. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …

china

China Bans Meat Exports from U.S. West Coast Facility

Dan Beef, Beef, Cattle, Exports/Imports, USDA-FSIS, USDA-FSIS

China has banned meat exports from a West Coast cold storage facility near the Port of Oakland after traces of the feed additive ractopamine were found in beef shipments. The Food Safety and Inspection Service said that Chinese customs workers detected the feed additive that’s banned by more than 150 countries. Agriculture Dive says the move is creating significant obstacles …

simpson

Simpson Applauds Funding for Critical Investments in Florida Agriculture

Dan Agri-Business, Economy, Florida, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS)

On Wednesday, Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson applauded Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature for the 2024-2025 state budget. “I applaud Governor Ron DeSantis and the Florida Legislature for making critical investments in the 2024-2025 state budget to safeguard and advance Florida agriculture, preserve our working lands and natural resources, and enhance our consumer protection efforts,” said Commissioner …

conservation

USDA Providing Funds for Conservation and Climate-Smart Ag Solutions

Dan Conservation, Environment, Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP), USDA-NRCS

The USDA Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) will be investing in partner-driven conservation and climate solutions. The NRCS is accepting project proposals until July 2, 2024 through the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). It is designed to help farmers, ranchers, and forest landowners adopt and expand conservation strategies to enhance natural resources while tackling the climate crisis.  The $1.5 billion investment is being made …

protection

Protection of 1,800-Acre Florida Cattle Ranch Approved

Dan Cattle, Conservation, Environment, Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS)

After approval by the Governor and Cabinet, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS) announced the protection of a 1,800-acre cattle ranch and farm in Okeechobee County. Through the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program, Clemons Oak Creek, a 1,800-acre working cattle ranch and farm, will be preserved through a cost-effective rural land protection easement totaling $6,475,000. Rural land protection easements …

registration

Registration Still Open for GCC Mid-Year Meeting

Dan Cotton, Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC)

Registration remains open for the Georgia Cotton Commission’s (GCC) mid-year meeting scheduled for Wednesday, July 24 at the Nesmith-Lane Conference Center in Statesboro, Georgia. Taylor Sills, executive director of the Georgia Cotton Commission, outlined this year’s second annual meeting, which will highlight timely topics impacting the state’s cotton producers. “July 24, we’re going to have our second annual Georgia Cotton …

Cattle Industry Condemns Latest Government Proposal

Will Jordan Beef, Beef, Cattle, Industry, Livestock, Livestock News, National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA)

The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) condemned a recently announced U.S. Department of Defense-sponsored research grant that will fund the development of lab-grown meat products by a biotechnology manufacturing company called BioMADE. NCBA says it’s outraged that the Department of Defense is spending millions of taxpayer dollars to feed America’s heroes like lab rats. “U.S. cattle producers raise the highest …

ACA Supports The Future of Agriculture

Will Jordan Alabama, Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

Supporting the future of agriculture is important to the team at the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association, that’s why they support youth programs across the state. Last week ACA sponsored a Career Development Event at the Alabama FFA Convention. ACA was proud to see Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association members Emily Grace Rezek and Mackenzie Smith involved with the Alabama FFA State Officer …

Florida Cattlemen’s Convention Kicks Off Next Week

Will Jordan Florida Cattlemen's Association (FCA), Industry, Livestock, Livestock News

The Florida Cattlemen’s Association is holding their convention next week in Marco Island. A highlight of the year, you will not want to miss the fun! I visited with FCA’s Director of Field Services, Dusty Holley, to learn more. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 15, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024