GA to Auction Impounded Horses

Randall Weiseman Georgia, Livestock

This coming Saturday, September 20th, the Georgia Department of Agriculture will auction off horses that were impounded and then nursed back to good health. To learn more about this auction or to see pictures of the horses click Here

COOL May Include Affidavits

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Livestock, Pork

With Country of Origin Labeling set to kick off October 1st, USDA Under Secretary Bruce Knight comments on the proposal from the livestock industry of using affidavits for producers.

Russia Bans Some Poultry Imports

Randall Weiseman Poultry

Russia has banned imports from 19 U.S. poultry suppliers as of Monday and could add another 29 companies. Russian officials say the ban was issued because those companies use antibiotics and other chemicals in their products. However, American officials say the ban is in retaliation to U.S. officials criticizing Russia for the use of military force against Georgia. Among the …

NCBA Joins COOL Coalition Effort

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Livestock

The President of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Andy Groseta, wants producers to know that NCBA is working together with others in the industry to help them with Country of Origin Labeling which starts at the end of the month.

Producers Reminded About NAP Coverage

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

Producers are being reminded that September 16th is the deadline to pay a “buy-in” fee which is needed under the new Supplemental Agriculture Disaster Programs if you do not have crop insurance or NAP coverage for land in which assistance is being requested. To learn more about this program contact your county Farm Service Agency office or click Here