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On a recent episode of the Grazing the Facts podcast, we learned why Ray Hodge with the United Dairy Farmers of Florida is encouraged about the future of the Florida dairy industry. Hodge said, “I think in Florida, we are unique in many ways. You know, as I said earlier, I’m a seventh generation Floridian. We’ve seen a lot of change. The …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture has been working to eradicate the New World Screwworm through a five-pronged plan and Under Secretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs Dudley Hoskins provided an update on their efforts so far. Under Secretary Hoskins said, “One of those key pillars under that five-pronged plan was enhancing our capability and infrastructure and enhancing the sterile fly production that …
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association is reacting to passage of Farm Bill 2.0 by the House Agriculture Committee. The bill, formally known as the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026, was supported by NCBA and other commodity groups and according to NCBA the bill would “finish the Farm Bill process and strengthen provisions that provide certainty to farmers …
Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson has announced that agricultural producers can now apply for hurricane disaster relief for 2023 and 2024. The Florida Block Grant Disaster Relief Program will provide over $600 million in grant funding in which the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services says can, “assist with infrastructure damage, market loss, citrus loss, and timber damage …
Monsanto has announced a nationwide proposed class settlement to resolve Roundup claims alleging non-Hodgkin lymphoma injuries. The proposed settlement is the second since their initial proposed settlement in 2020 and would include the element of a long-term compensation program providing funding for up to 21 years addressing both current and future claimants. According to Bayer, “the long-term payment stream will provide the company with …
U.S. Department of Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. shared new details about the development of updated federal dietary guidelines earlier this month at National Cattlemen’s Beef Association CattleCon in Nashville, Tennessee. Addressing cattle producers and industry stakeholders, Kennedy described how the new U.S. dietary guidelines were developed after he took office. “When I came into office …
Alabama Department of Agriculture Opens 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries has announced that the application period is now open for the 2026 Specialty Crop Block Grant Program, providing critical specialty crop funding in Alabama. The program supports projects that strengthen the competitiveness of specialty crops across both domestic and international markets. This …
By Clint Thompson State taxes highlighted this week’s work in the Georgia Legislature. Georgia Agribusiness Council (GAC) President Will Bentley talked about the discussions being had in Atlanta which would have significant ramifications for the state’s farmers. “This week had a huge emphasis on taxes with the Senate passing late last week out of committee a bill to attempt to …
Peanut Grower Meetings Set for Georgia and Florida; Taylor Arnold Named Georgia Peanut Commission Executive Director Peanut growers across Georgia and Florida are reminded of several important meetings scheduled for late February, along with leadership news from the Georgia Peanut Commission. Upcoming Peanut Industry Meetings The Crop Peanut Seed Short Course will take place February 24 at the University of …
This week marks the annual meeting of the National Peanut Buying Points Association (NPBPA), as industry leaders gather in Kentucky for several days of meetings, discussion, and networking. This year, the association voted to hold its meeting in conjunction with the National Farm Machinery Show, providing attendees the opportunity to participate in both events. The meeting will take place Thursday, …
