The drought, and lack of water for livestock has many producers in Alabama concerned right now. And USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama is very aware of the situation. Here’s Alabama State Conservationist Ben Malone. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Industry Supports Administration of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardJanuary 9, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Significant Support For ResearchDecember 19, …
Georgia Forages Suffering in Drought
For many livestock producers in Georgia, there aren’t any forages this year due to the drought which has a grip on most of the state. And Jennifer Tucker, assistant professor with the University of Georgia, knows the situation is not going to get better any time soon. Download Audio More information can be found on the Georgia Forages website. Sponsored …
Alabama NRCS Looking at EQIP to Help Producers
Drought conditions in Alabama are at the top of many minds right now, and some producers continue to look at ways to supply water for their livestock. While USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama does not have a disaster aid program, NRCS assistant state conservationist for programs, Steve Musser, explains how NRCS can help. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Industry …
One of Three Major U.S. Drought Areas Will Improve
The U.S. Drought Monitor shows roughly 11 percent of the contiguous United States is under what it calls “severe, extreme, or exceptional” drought. The areas where the drought continues to be in control include three different areas of the country. Rebecca Lindsey is the managing editor of Climate dot Gov, and she said one of the more prominent drought areas …
USDA Designates 3 More Counties in Georgia as Primary Natural Disaster Areas
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Nov. 16, 2016 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Taylor, Terrell and Warren counties in Georgia as primary natural disaster areas due to losses caused by a recent drought. Farmers and ranchers in the following counties in Georgia also qualify for natural disaster assistance because their counties are contiguous. Those …
Alabama Association of Conservation Districts Holds Annual Meeting
The annual meeting of the Alabama Association of Conservation Districts took place this week in Orange Beach and the drought across the state was a main topic of discussion. Executive Director of the Alabama Soil and Water Conservation Committee, Dr. William Puckett, says they and their partners are working together to stress the importance of soil health. Download Audio Sponsored …
Managing Cattle in Drought Conditions
Southeast cattle producers are invited to an important workshop November 28 in Carrollton, Georgia titled “Managing Cattle in Drought Conditions”. A very good lineup of presenters will be on hand that evening from 5:30 p.m. till 9:00 p.m. at the Carroll County AG Center and a meal will be served. To learn more click here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Industry Supports …
USDA Designates 4 Counties in Florida as Primary Natural Disaster Areas
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Nov.14, 2016 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Flagler, Putnam, St. Johns and Volusia counties in Florida as primary natural disaster areas due to damage and losses caused by Hurricane Matthew that occurred from Oct. 6, 2016, through Oct. 8, 2016. Farmers and ranchers in the following counties in Florida …
USDA Designates 4 More Counties in Alabama as Primary Natural Disaster Areas
From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Nov. 14, 2016 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Autauga, Greene, Hale and Montgomery counties in Alabama as primary natural disaster areas due to losses caused by a recent drought. Farmers and ranchers in the following counties in Alabama also qualify for natural disaster assistance because their counties are contiguous. …
Drought Impacting Georgia Cattle Producers
Georgia farmers are experiencing one of the worst droughts in recent memory, and some are warning there could be a potential repeat next year. In a story by Clint Thompson with the University of Georgia, College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences, the drought has already made life difficult for cattle producers, especially in the Northern part of the state. UGA …