USDA’s monthly Cattle on Feed report was issued this afternoon and it shows another month of fewer numbers of head on feed right now. To see more of this report click Here USDA NASS
Sunbelt Exhibitors Enjoy Quality Crowd
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
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
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
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.
Sunbelt Expo Underway Today
The 31st Annual Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off today in Moultrie, Georgia as there will be exhibits and events that most anyone will enjoy during the 3-day event. Sunbelt’s Executive Director Chip Blalock invites everyone to attend. To learn more about this years event, click Here
Pocketbook Issues Discussed at FFBF Meeting
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
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
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
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 …