Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Pushes to Protect Private Property Rights at NCBA Convention As the NCBA Convention and Trade Show gets underway, the Alabama Cattlemen’s Association is actively working through the NCBA policy process to protect private property rights for cattle producers and landowners across the Southeast. Policy discussions taking place throughout the week are a key part of the convention, …
Deadline to Fund The Government
Congress Faces January 30 Deadline to Avoid Government Shutdown as Markets Watch Earnings January 30 has arrived — a date Congress has been aware of since last fall as the deadline to pass a spending bill to fund the federal government for fiscal year 2026. If lawmakers fail to reach an agreement by midnight tonight, the result would be a …
Americans to Eat 1.48 Billion Wings for Super Bowl LX
Super Bowl Sunday Is America’s Biggest Wing Day WASHINGTON, D.C. (January 29, 2026) — From coast to coast, Super Bowl Sunday has become synonymous with one food above all others: chicken wings. According to the National Chicken Council’s (NCC) annual Chicken Wing Report, Americans are projected to consume 1.48 billion chicken wings during Super Bowl LX, as the New England …
Upcoming Peanut Meetings
Farmer Calendar Highlights Major Meetings and Economic Outlook It’s a busy week on the farmer calendar, with several major agricultural meetings taking place across the Southeast, along with new economic forecasts that could impact the agricultural sector in the year ahead. Kicking off the week’s events, the Georgia Cotton Commission will hold its annual meeting on Wednesday, January 28. The …
Alabama Cattlemen’s Association Encourages Registration for Upcoming Convention
The Alabama Cattlemen’s Association (ACA) is reminding members to register soon for its upcoming annual convention, set to take place March 6–7 in Mobile, Alabama. With early bird specials nearing their end and hotel rooms filling quickly, organizers are encouraging cattle producers to secure their spot as soon as possible. Erin Beasley with the ACA shared details on registration options …
USDA Launches New World Screwworm Grand Challenge
USDA Announces New World Screwworm Grand Challenge Funding Opportunity U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins has announced a major new funding initiative aimed at protecting American livestock and safeguarding the nation’s food supply. The program, called the New World Screwworm (NWS) Grand Challenge, focuses on innovation, preparedness, and long-term prevention of the destructive pest that poses a serious threat to …
Upcoming Industry Meetings
January is shaping up to be a busy month on the agricultural calendar as farmers across the Southeast prepare for the upcoming growing season. From row crop education to commodity-specific conferences, producers will have numerous opportunities to gain valuable insights, connect with industry experts, and make informed decisions for the new crop year. Kicking off the schedule is the Alabama …
Bonanza Farms: How Railroads Transformed Wheat Production in America
Railroads Spark a Wheat Boom In the late 19th century, wheat production in the United States expanded rapidly as new railroad lines connected farms to distant markets. These rail connections made it possible to move large volumes of grain efficiently, fueling a dramatic transformation in American agriculture. Between 1875 and 1890, this expansion gave rise to massive wheat operations known …
Florida’s Rural and Family Lands Protection Program Application Cycle Open
Florida farmers and ranchers have a new opportunity to protect working agricultural lands as the Rural and Family Lands Protection Program (RFLPP) opens its latest application cycle. Applications are now being accepted through January 23, 2026, offering landowners a chance to partner with the state to preserve agricultural operations that are increasingly threatened by urban development. Administered by the Florida …
USDA Declares 19 Alabama Counties Disaster Areas Due to Drought
Severe Drought Takes a Toll on Alabama Farmers Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate announced that U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Brooke Rollins has officially designated 19 Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas following prolonged drought conditions. The designation reflects widespread agricultural losses during the most recent growing season. “The drought severely affected several Alabama counties, impacting …









