Ag in Review for the Week Ending August 22, 2014

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Livestock, Specialty Crops, Water, Weather

This is recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast featuring reports concerning EPA’s proposed Waters of the U.S. rule, how dry conditions are affecting the peanut crop, and a look at sustainability. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Peanut Crop and Price Update

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Weather

From current weather conditions, to market information, to a promotional update, Tyron Spearman has a look at various aspects affecting the peanut industry right now. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion …

Wildfire Increase Impacting Forest Service Budget

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Weather

Over the past few weeks we have experienced some dry conditions across parts of the Southeast, but we are nowhere near the drought conditions being found in the Southwestern part of our nation, especially in the state of California. Weather conditions in various parts of the country this year have really impacted the Forest Service budget. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida …

U.S. Range and Pasture Conditions Generally Declining

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Livestock, Weather

We are seeing an overall decline in the condition of U.S. pastures and rangelands, and that includes areas here in the Southeast. Gary Crawford has the story. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education …

Peanut Crop Needs Rain

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts, Weather

This week’s crop conditions report from USDA shows many of the peanut growing areas here in the Southeast could really use a good shower. Tyron Spearman runs through the latest numbers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Cotton Being Beaten Down by Dry Hot Conditions

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Georgia, Weather

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says the return of hot dry weather to the Southern Great Plains is taking a toll on the cotton crop. And there are areas here in the Southeast also seeing a decline in conditions. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well …

Florida Remembers Hurricane Charley on 10th Anniversary

Randall Weiseman Aquaculture, Cattle, Citrus, Field Crops, Florida, Forestry, General, Industry News Release, Livestock, Nursery Crops, Specialty Crops, Weather

From the Florida Division of Emergency Management: TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Ten years ago today, Hurricane Charley made landfall near Port Charlotte in Southwest Florida as a Category 4 storm, making it the strongest storm since Hurricane Andrew to impact Florida. On the 10th anniversary of Hurricane Charley, Florida’s residents and visitors are reminded to have a family emergency plan and …

USDA Designates 3 Counties in Florida as Primary Natural Disaster Areas With Assistance to Producers in Surrounding States

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Weather

From the U.S. Department of Agriculture: WASHINGTON, Aug. 6, 2014 – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has designated Escambia, Jackson and Santa Rosa counties in Florida as primary natural disaster areas due to damages and losses caused by excessive rain that occurred from April 4, 2014, through May 2, 2014. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in …

Pasture and Rangeland Update

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Livestock, Weather

USDA meteorologist, Brad Rippey, says the intense dryness in late July has the pasture and rangeland conditions dropping a tad for the week ending August 3rd. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and …

Dust Days

Dan Agri View, Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Weather

Everett Griner talks about modern farming preventing another dust bowl in today’s Agri View. Download Audio Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by …