La Niña Again
by Dan – May 18th, 2012
Everett Griner tells us how 2012 may be the 3rd year for La Niña.
Concerns About Cotton and Peanut Prices
by Randall – May 17th, 2012
There are a lot of concerns out there right now about where cotton and peanut prices are at this time and where they may be heading as Tyron Spearman has the story.
Farm Bill Update
by Julie – May 17th, 2012
Senate Ag Chair Debbie Stabenow still believes that they can get a Farm Bill done before the elections, despite opposition for the current Senate plan from Southern Senators and House Members.
Healthy Foods Not Necessarily More Expensive
by Julie – May 17th, 2012
Dr. Andrea Carlson of the Economic Research Service, co-author of the “Are Healthy Foods More Expensive?” details her findings that eating healthy isn’t necessarily more costly.
Citrus Expo Seminar Program Theme Announced
by Tacy – May 17th, 2012
The theme of this year’s Citrus Expo seminar program, “Production basics to ensure the future,” will help growers continue to do what they do best — for years to come. The event takes place Aug. 15-16 at the Lee Civic Center in North Fort Myers. As always, the seminars will offer multiple CEUs and CCAs. Visit the Citrus Expo website for more information on the event.
U.S. Meat Exports Still Have Opportunities
by Randall – May 17th, 2012
U.S. beef, pork and lamb exports set new records in 2011 so when it comes to this year, U.S. Meat Export Federation Chairman Danita Rodibaugh is not sure we’ll quite see the percentage levels as last year, but it’s still been a good year thus far with more opportunities still possible.
Citrus Industry eNews: HLB Control in China; Blight Big Problem
by Tacy – May 17th, 2012
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Ag Education
by Dan – May 17th, 2012
Everett Griner tells us how ag education is showing strong growth.
Stronger Risk Management Sought in 2012 Farm Law
by Randall – May 16th, 2012
WASHINGTON, D.C. – The National Cotton Council looks forward to working with the House Agriculture Committee on development of a 2012 farm bill that effectively meets U.S. cotton producers’ risk management needs.
NCC Chairman Chuck Coley, in testimony before that Committee’s General Farm Commodities & Risk Management Subcommittee here today, emphasized that Read the rest of this entry »
Peanut Price Drops
by Randall – May 16th, 2012
The posted price for peanuts actually fell this week and Tyron Spearman looks at that and other pricing information as peanut seed continues to go in the ground.
Southeast Has Taken Over as the New Drought Hotspot
by Julie – May 16th, 2012
USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey says that our farmers and ranchers are right in the midst of the new drought hotspot.
Columbia TPA Now in Effect
by Julie – May 16th, 2012
The U.S. Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement officially went into effect on USDA’s 150th Anniversary.
Producing Beef for the Consumer
by Randall – May 16th, 2012
In this week’s “Getting to know your beef checkoff” brought to you by the beef checkoff, Andrew Conley from Lake Park, Georgia wants producers to remember that we are producing beef for the consumer.
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Food for Peace
by Julie – May 16th, 2012
The US Agency for International Development operates a global food security program older than itself.
Make Plans for Cattle Industry Summer Conference
by Randall – May 16th, 2012
The 2012 Cattle Industry Summer Conference will be held July 25-28 in Denver, Colorado as it will feature meetings of the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, Cattlemen’s Beef Promotion and Research Board, American National CattleWomen, Inc. and the National Cattlemen’s Foundation. For more information click Here.
Florida Citrus Commission Focuses on OJ Sales Decline
by Dan – May 16th, 2012
Citrus commissioners Wednesday hear proposals for a 2012-13 marketing plan that will hopefully spur OJ sales in the face of a long sales decline. Southeast AgNet’s Ernie Neff reports.
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Over Half of Peanut Crop Now Planted
by Randall – May 16th, 2012
Tyron Spearman looks at where peanut planting across the Southeast stands at this time.
Blight Remains Major Citrus Problem After 100 Years
by Dan – May 16th, 2012
Blight, known to be in Florida for more than 100 years, remains a huge problem for Florida citrus growers – possibly worse than HLB for many. University of Florida scientist Ron Brlansky provides an update on the disease and discusses research being conducted on it.
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How One Area Of China Has Kept HLB Infection Levels Low
by Dan – May 16th, 2012
University of Florida geneticist Chunxian Chen told growers attending this spring’s Florida Citrus Growers Institute how some in China have successfully managed HLB while others have not. In this report, Read the rest of this entry »
Dry & Dusty
by Dan – May 16th, 2012
Dust control regulations…really? Everett Griner looks at dust control.
Syngenta Working to Find Solutions for Veggie Growers
by Julie – May 15th, 2012
At a recent field trial Syngenta team members, seed customers and cooperators gathered to discuss the latest and greatest on vegetables. Syngenta Sales Reps Butch Brady and Nathan Decker explain why events such as this one is so important to the industry.
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American Sugar Alliance Forms Young Farmer Advisory Board
by Julie – May 15th, 2012
The American Sugar Alliance has formed a Young Farmer Advisory Board to advise the industry on strengthening policies and encouraging new sugar farmers to enter the business.
Statement from Ag Secretary on U.S.-Colombia Trade Agreement
by Randall – May 15th, 2012
WASHINGTON, May 15, 2012–Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack made the following statement about the U.S-Colombia Trade Promotion Agreement, or Colombia TPA, which enters into force today.
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Florida Beef Council Celebrating Beef Month
by Randall – May 15th, 2012
The very first Florida Beef Month continues as Ashley Hughes with the Florida Beef Council said they are excited to promote and educate consumers about the beef industry in the state.
Alabama Junior Cattlemen Planning for Roundup
by Randall – May 15th, 2012
The Alabama Junior Cattlemen’s Association is gearing up for their 6th annual Roundup as ACA’s Reid Blossom said it will take place July 20-22 in Montgomery.
More abotu the AJCA Roundup is available at bamabeef.org
Georgia Preparing for June Beef Month
by Randall – May 15th, 2012
In preparing for June Beef Month, the Georgia Beef Board and Georgia Cattlemen’s Association are hosting a Beef Month Training session this Saturday, May 19th in Macon as Josh White encourages Cattlemen, Cattlewomen, and juniors to attend.
FL NRCS Proud to Help USDA Celebrate 150 Years
by Julie – May 15th, 2012
FL NRCS State Conservationist Carlos Suarez says they are proud to be a part of a great milestone, 150 years of USDA.
Alabama NRCS Celebrating 150th Anniversary of USDA
by Randall – May 15th, 2012
People across the country are celebrating the 150th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Department of Agriculture today including Dr. William Puckett, State Conservationist with USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service in Alabama.
Land Values
by Dan – May 15th, 2012
Everett Griner tells us how the land values are going in two directions.
Mutual Explains Its Action on OJ Anti-Dumping Order
by Dan – May 14th, 2012
Florida Citrus Mutual Monday took steps to appeal the International Trade Commission’s decision to revoke the anti-dumping order on Brazilian orange juice processors. Mutual spokesman Andrew Meadows explains the action.
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