In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea virus which has been reported in Georgia, provide information about a couple of March deadlines, and look at how avocados are attracting attention. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded …
USDA’s Veterinary Medicine Student Loan Repayment Program
Cathy Isom tells us about the program helping new veterinarians get out of debt faster. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Considers Efforts …
Georgia Legislation Introduced to Protect Livestock Producers
Discussions this past week in the Georgia General Assembly included issues affecting those with livestock to metal theft. Georgia Agribusiness Council’s Bryan Tolar has the details. Download Audio More information can be found on the Georgia Agribusiness Council website. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration …
USDA Collecting Data on Antibiotic Use in Livestock Production
Researchers are trying to find out the real facts about the use of antibiotics in livestock production. Gary Crawford has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember …
Southeast AgNet This Week: PEDv in Georgia; Expanding Trade
Today’s issue of Southeast AgNet This Week includes a report on the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus found in Georgia and news about bipartisan efforts to expand trade and boost exports. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe and view the current issue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida …
Livestock Producers as a Whole Receiving Less for Their Products
Livestock producers saw lower prices for their commodities in January, and according to Rod Bain, that brought USDA’s total ag price received index down for the month. Download Audio If you would like to see some of the numbers from USDA’s latest Agricultural Prices Report click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle …
Georgia State Veterinarian on PEDv Confirmation
We told you yesterday that the Georgia Department of Agriculture had reported a known case of porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv) in the state. This morning, I talked with Georgia State Veterinarian Dr. Robert Cobb. He explains when and where PEDv was found and what hog producers and those with show pigs in the state need to know. Download Audio …
Meat Market
Today, Cathy Isom looks into how much we can expect to pay for our beef, pork and poultry this year. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, 2025Florida …
Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus Found in Georgia
The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) announced this past weekend that two fecal swabs taken from pigs at the Georgia Junior National Livestock Show were found to be positive for the porcine epidemic diarrhea virus (PEDv). Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle …
Are the Worst of the PED Virus Problems Over?
One thing we’ve not heard a lot about this winter is the Porcine Epidemic Diarrhea Virus. So is increased testing and bio-security for a deadly swine disease making a difference in detection and prevention? Rod Bain looks to answer that question. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by the Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 16, 2026Florida …