Ag in Review for the Week Ending August 7, 2015

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

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we look at how an internal memo from the Army Corps of Engineers is an extremely interesting development, what could be called an early warning system for avian influenza, and about the growing enterprise of oyster farming. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored …

Search Committee Named to Seek Dean of UGA’s College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences

Randall Weiseman Cattle, Field Crops, Forestry, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Livestock, Specialty Crops

From the University of Georgia: Athens, Ga. – University of Georgia Senior Vice President for Academic Affairs and Provost Pamela Whitten has appointed a committee to begin a national search to fill the position of dean and director of the College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida …

UF/IFAS Hosting Field Day at Suwanee Valley Agricultural Extension Office

Randall Weiseman Corn, Cotton, Field Crops, Florida, Industry News Release, Peanuts, Soybeans

From the University of Florida/IFAS: LIVE OAK, Fla. — Farmers interested in row crops are invited to the Suwanee Valley Agricultural Extension Center on Monday evening, Aug. 17, to learn about best management practices. “During this field day, we will provide an overview of the latest research that seeks to help farmers optimize nutrient and irrigation Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement …

USDA Video: USDA Week In Review July 31

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Industry Videos-Promoting Agriculture, Weather

A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review: Relief for the California drought? And art against food waste. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.usda.gov/oce/weather/ www.usda.gov/oce www.rd.usda.gov blogs.usda.gov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending July 31, 2015

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Poultry, Specialty Crops

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, Avian Influenza vaccines were discussed during a House Agriculture Subcommittee public hearing this week, diesel prices are at their lowest levels since 2009 which is good news for farmers, but hot, dry weather is really being felt by some dry land crops. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our …

USDA Video: USDA Week In Review July 24

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Industry Videos-Promoting Agriculture, Weather

A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, a new weight management tool, visitors from Nepal, and man-made wildlife habitats. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.usda.gov/oce/weather/ www.cnpp.usda.gov www.nrcs.usdagov www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending July 24, 2015

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

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, USDA made an announcement concerning the expansion of crop insurance to provide additional options, El Nino has steadily strengthened steadily and could end up being the strongest event in 50 years, we learn how satellites are being used to better monitor soil moisture and more. To hear weekly reviews …

USDA Video: USDA Week In Review July 17

Dan Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release, Industry Videos-Promoting Agriculture

A weekly look at some of the events and activities at the U.S. Department of Agriculture. In this edition of USDA Week In Review, drone danger, cutting edge workplace technology, and a monument designation celebration. For more information go to: www.usda.gov www.dm.usda.gov www.fs.fed.us www.flickr.com/photos/usdagov Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Ag in Review for the Week Ending July 17, 2015

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Cotton, Energy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Peanuts, Specialty Crops

In this week’s recap of agricultural news from around the Southeast, we get the forecast for U.S. cotton production, look at energy prices and what farmers might expect in the future, how careers in agriculture are expanding and more. To hear weekly reviews subscribe to our podcast: Alabama Florida Georgia Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and …

FAMU is Poised to Be a Global Leader in Agricultural Research and Innovation

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Industry News Release

From the Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University: WASHINGTON, D.C. – Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University (FAMU) President Elmira Mangum, Ph.D., testified yesterday before the House Committee on Agriculture chaired by Rep. K. Michael Conaway (TX-11). Mangum was one of six 1890 land-grant university (LGU) presidents selected to testify before the Committee. The five other participating universities were Prairie View Agricultural …