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Georgia Ag Commissioner Named to National Council
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia’s Tyler Harper joins 11 ag leaders nationwide on a new council formed by the America First Policy Institute to advance pro-farmer policies across the U.S.
Expanding Our Roots: Mentorship That Grows California Agriculture
California Ag Today
New farmers and ranchers are finding guidance—and confidence—through a unique mentorship program launched by the California Farm Bureau’s California Bountiful Foundation. Expanding Our Roots connects beginning producers with experienced mentors to help navigate the complex world of modern agriculture.
Ranchers Help Shape National Ag Policy in D.C.
California Ag Today
Cattle producers took their voices to the Capitol earlier this month during the USCA Fly-In, advocating for transparent markets, science-based livestock ID, and stronger labeling standards.
An "Unhinged" Set of Dietary Guidelines?
Southeast Regional Ag News
“Unhinged” is a fun, descriptive word, but also a little unsettling when used as an adjective by beef producers to describe new dietary guidelines from the U.S. government.
USDA Hurricane Relief Starts Kicking In
Southeast Regional Ag News
The USDA is stepping in this week to support farmers and livestock producers affected by natural disasters. Over $143 million in crop insurance payments is headed to Florida producers impacted by Hurricane Milton, while another $92 million will go to livestock producers across the country.
Steady On-Feed, Higher Cash, and Elevated Beef
California Ag Today
What is going on with cattle supplies? Recent reports show steady on-feed numbers even as cash cattle prices move up. And when will consumers start pulling back?
Parallels in Animal Disease Traceability
Southeast Regional Ag News
Gene Noem, USMEF, reflects on the challenges with and urgency to create an effective animal disease traceability database.
Good Seed, Good Moisture, and Flexibility
Southeast Regional Ag News
Camp Hand, University of Georgia Extension Cotton Agronomist shares tips for success this growing season.
Sustainability in Beef Exports
Southeast Regional Ag News
Today we are wrapping up a 3-day discussion with Dean Meyer, past chair of the U.S. Meat Export Federation.
November Egg Production Up Four Percent
Southeast Regional Ag News
U.S. egg production totaled 9.3 billion during November, up four percent from November 2022.
Beyond Meat Sees Continued Struggle
Southeast Regional Ag News
Ag Funder News says the firm posted a $70.5 million net loss in the third quarter.
U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Sees 25% Growth
Southeast Regional Ag News
For the 2023 crop year, the number of enrolled planted cotton acres in the program reached 1.6 million acres.
Cotton Abandonment Evident as Harvest Nears Close
Southeast Regional Ag News
Dr. Jody Campiche, Vice President, Economics and Policy Analysis for the National Cotton Council provides an update on the cotton harvest.
Speakerless Void Throws Wrench in Ag Bills
Southeast Regional Ag News
Ag related bills like others remain in limbo as the House GOP tries again this week to end a three-week Speakerless void.
Another Lawsuit for Meatpacking’s Big Four
Southeast Regional Ag News
The four largest meatpackers have now been hit by a new price-fixing lawsuit. It’s coming from a group of small food distributors.
World's Largest Cultured Meat Factory Coming to North Carolina
Southeast Regional Ag News
The world’s largest cultured meat facility is in production now in North Carolina.
Farmers Asked to Participate in Deer Damage Survey
Southeast Regional Ag News
Over the last several years, deer have increasingly impacted Georgia farmers, causing damage to multiple crops and economic losses across Georgia’s food and fiber production sector.
In Favor of the Cover Crop
Southeast Regional Ag News
Rob Myers, SARE, gives update from the National Cover Crop Survey.
Americans Want Domestically Produced Food
Southeast Regional Ag News
Almost two-thirds of the respondents in a recent survey say the nation’s food supply should be less dependent on foreign suppliers.
Cattle Liquidation: A Slower than Expected Process
Southeast Regional Ag News
A recent round of USDA numbers in regards to the number of cattle in feedlots offered little for major surprises but still managed to contain one nugget of an unexpected element.