From the National FFA Organization: INDIANAPOLIS (Thursday, Oct. 20, 2016/National FFA Organization) – The National FFA Organization named its top chapters today during the 89th National FFA Organization & Expo. Outstanding Middle School: Madison County Middle FFA of Georgia Model of Excellence: Yelm FFA of Washington Student Development: Bullard FFA of Texas Chapter Development: Omak FFA of Washington Community Development: …
Wednesday Lineup at Sunbelt Ag Expo
It’s day two for the 2016 Sunbelt Ag Expo in Moultrie, Georgia. Many folks were on hand yesterday for the opening day to see the various demonstrations and displays. Tyron Spearman looks at a few of the events coming up for day two. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend …
New Swisher Sweets / Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year Named
The 27th annual Swisher Sweets / Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year award luncheon took place Tuesday in Moultrie, Georgia. In the previous 26 years, many of agriculture’s top business leaders, innovators, environmentalists, pioneers, family men, problem solvers and leaders have received national recognition. This year’s winner was David Wildy from Arkansas. Ten states are involved in this competition …
Tuesday Lineup at Sunbelt Ag Expo
The 2016 Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off today in Moultrie, Georgia, and the annual show will once again have a variety of demonstrations and events that many will enjoy seeing. Tyron Spearman looks at a few of those events coming up for day one. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To …
Avocado Irrigation App Should Save Money, Water
From: University of Florida/IFAS Avocado growers now know that a University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences mobile irrigation app works well to save money while maintaining crop yields. This data, reported in a new study, is critical for an industry that has a $100 million a year economic impact on Florida. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, …
Technology Showcased at Sunbelt Ag Expo
The 2016 Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off Tuesday in Moultrie, Georgia, and according to show director Chip Blalock, technology will once again be a big part of this year’s event. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending October 14, 2016
In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we talk about issues as a result of weather conditions, have information about a couple of big events, talk about pecans, fishing and Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the …
Kids Gardening
Cathy Isom tells us how gardening could be teaching your kids to eat fruits and veggies later on in life. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical Role To Extend ResearchNovember 7, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Funded Research Impactful for the Future of the Florida Cattle IndustryOctober …
Biggest Fresh Summit Convention & Expo Ever
The Produce Marketing Association’s (PMA) 2016 Fresh Summit Convention & Expo kicked off today and runs through Sunday in Orlando, Florida. Attendees will be able to find fresh product and business ideas at every turn, from education to the expo. PMA CEO Brian Silbermann says it is the biggest one ever. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida …
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Assesses Crop and Production Damage from Hurricane Matthew
From the Georgia Department of Agriculture: Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary W. Black joined Georgia Farm Bureau President Gerald Long to tour farming operations in Tattnall, Screven and Evans counties in an effort to assess damage acquired by Hurricane Matthew. “After surveying the damage I think it is safe to say that it is certainly not as bad as it …