The National Association of Farm Broadcaster’s is holding their annual Washington Watch this week, and Rhonda Garrison spent some time with National Cattlemen’s Beef Association’s Colin Woodall discussing the long-term drought in the west, and it’s affects on the nation’s cattle herd. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida …
Weather Could Force Projected Corn Plantings into Cotton
When USDA’s planting intentions report was released at the end of March, DTN Senior Analyst Darin Newsom warned that weather could have a profound impact on those projected numbers. And now, Georgia Cotton Commission’s Chris Chammoun says continued wet conditions are indeed forcing some farmers to rethink their planting decisions. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle …
Peanut Butter Deliveries Continue
The efforts to deliver peanut butter to areas affected by the recent storms continue, as Tyron Spearman has this update. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through …
Florida Governor Scott Requests Major Disaster Declaration
Tallahassee, Fla. – On Monday, May 5, Governor Rick Scott requested federal assistance for Florida communities to assist in recovery from the recent severe weather and flooding event. Governor Scott requested a Major Disaster Declaration for Individual Assistance for Escambia and Santa Rosa Counties. “After a disaster, our goal is to work as quickly as possible to help communities recover …
Ag in Review for the Week Ending May 2, 2014
A quick highlight of agricultural news for this week from around the Southeast features reports from this week’s adverse weather, some citrus funding and a trip to the movies. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Alabama NRCS Working to Assist Those Affected by Severe Weather
The recent severe weather brought two different types of havoc to the state of Alabama, and Dr. Bill Puckett, Alabama state conservationist for USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service, explains how they are working to assist with both disasters. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded …
Panhandle-Area Extension Agents Work to Help Growers Affected by Torrential Rains
GAINESVILLE, Fla. — University of Florida IFAS Extension officials in the state’s Panhandle were working quickly Friday to help agricultural producers harmed by torrential rains earlier in the week. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics …
Georgia Watermelon Growers Could Face Another Tough Year
Late cold snaps stunted the growth of early-planted melons and may cause prices to plummet. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Changing Climate Will Result in More Challenges and Opportunities
A University of Georgia expert says the changing weather trends will create challenges and opportunities for farmers. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides or Beneficials through SharpShooter™June 16, 2026
Still Assessing Damage to Alabama Poultry Industry
The storms from this past week have left a mess for many poultry farmers in Alabama, some much worse than others. Ray Hilburn, Associate Director of the Alabama Poultry and Egg Association, gives us a preliminary assessment of how the industry has been affected. Download Audio Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune …