USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at how the tropical system named Sally and its remnants could affect agriculture in its pathway through the Southeast. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Hurricane Sally Delivering on Heavy Rain Forecast
Hurricane Sally hit the mainland yesterday morning on the Alabama/Florida state line. The storm is slow-moving as predicted, making it to just short of the Alabama/Georgia state line this morning. Because of the speed, rain and flooding will be the biggest issue for landowners with 23 inches of rain reported from Pensacola yesterday morning alone. Sally will pretty much miss …
USDA Encourages Ag Producers, Residents to Prepare for Hurricane Sally
WASHINGTON, Sept. 14, 2020 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) reminds communities, farmers and ranchers, families and small businesses in the path of Hurricane Sally that USDA has programs that provide assistance in the wake of disasters. USDA staff in the regional, state and county offices stand ready and are eager to help. In a continuing effort to serve …
Research Efforts to Breed a Drought-Tolerant Peanut Plant
Thanks to a grant, a team of researchers are working to breed a drought-tolerant peanut plant. According to a story from Tyron Spearman, this would be a game changer for the industry. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Support for Florida Timber Producers Recovering from Hurricane Michael
(NSF) – Timber growers in Florida who sustained damage from Hurricane Michael in October 2018 can start applying for federal recovery grants. State Agriculture Commissioner Nikki Fried announced registration has opened for the Florida Timber Recovery Block Grant Program and the Florida Irrigation Recovery Block Grant Program. Hurricane Michael, a Category 5 storm, caused about $1.3 billion in losses to …
Crops Being Affected by Gulf Coast Storms
As two storms, Laura and Marco, move across the gulf coast states this week, USDA meteorologist Brad Rippey looks at the crops that will be affected by these storms. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024
Rainy Forecast to Help Alleviate Dry Conditions
Farmers in Alabama, Georgia and most of Florida can expect to receive substantial amount of rainfall over the next few weeks, said Pam Knox, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Agricultural Climatologist. It should help alleviate some of the drought-like conditions that are being experienced in all three states. “I looked at the forecast for the next two weeks and it …
How Did Isaias Affect Major Ag Commodities?
When Hurricane Isaias made landfall in the Carolina’s, it brought heavy rain for some areas along its path which led to some flooding. Stephanie Ho reports on how the storm affected major crops grown in that region. Following the former Hurricane Isaias, the weather in that area of the country continues to be relatively tranquil. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch …
During Hurricane Season, USDA Offers New and Improved Insurance Options
By Martin R. Barbre, Administrator, Risk Management Agency, USDA The 2020 hurricane season has begun, and many experts have predicted above-normal activity this year. USDA is ready to help you during this hurricane season. USDA Helps Producers Recover From Disasters and Prepare for Future Ones USDA’s Risk Management Agency (RMA) recently introduced a new crop insurance hurricane endorsement, Hurricane Insurance …
Irrigation Vital for Row Crops During Hot, Dry Conditions
Hot and dry conditions over the next few weeks could spell trouble for row crop farmers if they do not apply irrigation in a timely manner. According to Pam Knox, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Agricultural Climatologist, current weather conditions could persist for the next month. She even hinted that a short-term flash drought could be possible considering the lack …