Sunbelt Exhibitors Enjoy Quality Crowd

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Livestock

After completing another year of the Sunbelt Ag Expo, both Chip Blalock, their Executive Director and Bill Patton, Chairman of the Board, talk about how things went this year. Blalock says while attendance numbers were down slightly, it was a quailty crowd. Patton looks back at some of the new exhibits which helped hi-light the livestock area this year.

Loss of Market News Could Cost FL Cattle Producers Millions

Gary Cooper Beef, Cattle, Dairy, Florida, General, Livestock

As the state of Florida looks for ways to make ends meet, we’ve gotten word that the state’s Livestock Market News Service staff could be cut out altogether come next budget season in Tallahassee unless the industry makes waves enough to prevent it. The word we get is that four positions for Livestock Market News will appear on the Governor’s …

Dairy Producers Out at the Sunbelt Expo

Randall Weiseman Dairy, Georgia, Livestock

The Georgia Milk Producers are out at Sunbelt Expo with information for both the producer and consumer. Producers can stop by for dairy seminars that will be conducted throughout the show including the cow whisperer discussing different handling practices. Kids can learn about the importance of dairy and even see a cow being milked. The dairy exhibit is located in …

Versatility of Propane Showcased at Sunbelt Expo

Randall Weiseman Energy, General, Georgia, Livestock

The Georgia Propane Association is here at Sunbelt Expo showcasing the versatility of propane. Their exhibit includes a variety of products from mowers to household luxeries for both the farmer and consumer, which can all be seen in their building located in block C-10. Plus, Randall Weiseman talked with Jenni about other benefits of using propane.

Pocketbook Issues Discussed at FFBF Meeting

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Florida, General, Livestock

The 67th Annual Meeting of the Florida Farm Bureau Federation has been underway this week in Orlando, and FFBF’s Pat Cockrell said when it comes to policy issues, a lot of discussion has taken place concerning input costs which farmers across the state are facing.

Florida Horse Park Gets Vote of Confidence from State of Florida

Randall Weiseman Equine, Florida, General

TALLAHASSEE: Florida Governor Charlie Crist has announced a $1 million grant for the Florida Agriculture Center & Horse Park Authority Inc. through the Governor’s Office of Tourism, Trade and Economic Development. The funds will support a market study, site planning and basic infrastructure for expanding the 500-acre Florida Horse Park, located on the Marjorie Harris Carr Cross Florida Greenway near …

Using ID Tags this Fall

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Livestock

With Country of Origin Labeling underway and more and more producers becoming involved in Animal ID, USDA Under Secretary Bruce Knight says we should see more ID tags being used during this fall’s calving season.

Alltech World Equestrian Games 2010

Randall Weiseman Equine, Florida, General, Livestock

We at Southeat AgNet were honored to be invited to the celebration of the partnership of the World Equestrian Games and Alltech Equine Products. I, Nicholle Saylor, participated in the event on behalf of our company. Being of the equine industry I understand the importance this partnership will bring to Florida as participants gather in our state to condition their …