As a land-grant university, a mission of Alabama A&M University (AAMU) involves the delivery of research-based information to communities. In the early days, the late scientist George Washington Carver used the Jesup wagon to educate farmers about agricultural practices. Today, modern wheels still roll into communities to educate audiences of all ages. The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) at AAMU will officially …
Andra Johnson Named Dean of UF/IFAS Extension and Director of Florida Cooperative Extension Service
(GAINESVILLE, FL/September 7, 2021) — Andra Johnson, associate director of Penn State Extension, will be the next dean of UF/IFAS Extension and director of the Florida Cooperative Extension Service, the University of Florida announced on Tuesday. Johnson will assume the role on November 1. Johnson will lead UF/IFAS’ statewide network of more than 650 faculty educators and scientists, whose programs …
Funding for Peanut Research
Efforts continue to secure funding for various peanut research projects. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Auburn University Researcher Developing Management Practices for Aquaculture
While aquaculture is the fastest-growing sector of animal agriculture, sustainable expansion and intensification is hampered by issues related to aquatic animal health. That’s why Alan Wilson, professor and assistant director for instruction at Auburn University’s School of Fisheries, Aquaculture and Aquatic Sciences, is focusing on developing programs to help the aquaculture industry better manage problematic algae growth in ponds and other water sources. According to an …
NIFA Invests $14 Million in Animal Health and Disease Research
The Department of Agriculture’s National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA) announced an investment of $14 million in research to protect agricultural animals from disease. The grants are part of NIFA’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative’s Diseases of Agricultural Animals program area priority. NIFA director Carrie Castille says, “This research will help better understand, diagnose, control and prevent diseases in …
UF/IFAS Pleased with New Budget
The new fiscal year for the state of Florida officially began on July 1, meaning the new budget year is underway. And when Governor DeSantis signed the annual budget in early June, he did not veto any University of Florida or UF/IFAS funds. Mary Ann Hooks, director of governmental affairs for UF/IFAS, told Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman they were pleased with their final budget. …
Research Efforts Continue with Managing Peanut Allergies
Research efforts with the management of peanut allergies continues. Tyron Spearman looks at some of the latest work being done. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundJuly 31, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
NIFA Invests Over $5.4M in Bio-based Products Research
The Department of Agriculture Wednesday announced $5.4 million in bioprocessing, bioengineering, biofuels and biobased products research investments through the National Institute of Food and Agriculture (NIFA). They recently awarded $4.8 million for 12 Bioprocessing and Bioengineering grants under NIFA’s Agriculture and Food Research Initiative, and more than $600,000 for six Biofuels and Biobased Products grants under NIFA’s Small Business Innovation …
Ag Coalition Calls for More Ag Research Funding
A coalition of agriculture groups and universities calls on Congress and the Biden administration to increase funding for agricultural research. The groups say an increase of $40 billion is needed. In separate letters to President Joe Biden and House and Senate leadership, the groups say, “We strongly support a robust investment of at least $40 billion, for agricultural climate research, …
Inspect Your Irrigation System Regularly
Throughout the year, it is a good practice to check your irrigation system for leaks, wear, corrosion, and other physical damage that can limit the efficiency of the system. When it comes to ensuring the integrity of your plumbing, having a trusted plumber like a Townsville plumber can provide peace of mind and expert solutions for any issues that arise. …