Southeast Regional Ag News

A Florida study is putting volcanic rock dust to the test on cropland and cattle pastures.

USF researchers are turning human waste into plant nutrients for future food production in space.

New Mexico animals return to standard entry requirements, while additional restrictions remain for animals coming from Texas.

Harvest is here, but a few days can make a difference when deciding when those peanuts are ready to come out of the ground.

Disaster assistance, input costs and animal health are among the issues on the table for Southeast agriculture.

Farm Bureau says the answer is far from certain.

A new modernization plan looks to ease the survey burden on farmers while bringing satellite imagery and other technology into USDA data collection.

Alabama agriculture officials warn social media cattle buyers to watch for fraudulent sellers and even AI-generated livestock images.

Assistance program helps private forest landowners strengthen pine stands as neighboring states face beetle outbreaks.

First confirmed case adds to concerns over the invasive grass pest across the Southeast.

UF research helps bring a new citrus greening tool to growers, with more than 300,000 trees already ordered.

More than $900 million has been requested against roughly $531 million in available disaster assistance.

New Sonora, Mexico detection prompts additional animal movement requirements.

Producers impacted by the 2023 and 2024 hurricane seasons now have until January 1, 2027, to apply for assistance.

More dairy farms are using beef genetics, and the resulting calves now represent a significant share of feedlot cattle.

Cold weather, citrus canker and greening remain concerns for Gulf Coast growers.

Farmers watch negotiations with two of their most important export markets

UF/IFAS research looks at why people buy local food, volunteer and support food production in cities.

Florida and Alabama put the focus on people making a difference in agriculture

Georgia examines the future of family farms as Alabama honors a young farm family building for the next generation.

Regional leaders will explore land access, profitability and keeping farms and forests in production.

Oglethorpe Power will use the financing for improvements at 14 generation sites across Georgia.

USMEF promotion encourages consumers to celebrate Dad with American beef.

House and Senate leaders offer differing perspectives as producers await a new five-year farm bill.

New analysis from Southern Ag Today examines how the rapid expansion of AI data centers could influence energy costs and poultry production across the Southeast.

Jessica Ferris appointed director as Megan Seward continues as assistant director, guiding Florida's agricultural water and conservation efforts.

The award recognizes exceptional environmental stewardship in poultry and egg production.

Beef producers approve continued $1-per-head assessment to fund research, education and promotion.

USDA agreement allows eligible state-inspected processors to ship products across state lines.

Applications for one-time federal assistance remain open through August 7 for eligible 2025 specialty crop producers.

State says livestock import rules are being strictly enforced to keep New World Screwworm out.

New analysis outlines policy ideas aimed at stabilizing fertilizer costs for American farmers.

USDA's new social media account highlights a striking shift in Washington's relationship with the platform.

Scientists identify naturally lower-allergen peanut lines that could support future breeding efforts.

Federal government finalizes long-awaited update to orange juice standard, giving Florida growers new flexibility.

USPOULTRY-funded study finds flock social dynamics may be a key to improving fertility and chick output.

U.S. beef shipments dipped in May, but higher values and strong demand from key markets offered encouraging signs for producers.

Final production estimates show modest gains while growers continue battling citrus greening.

As use of the H-2A guest worker program climbs, proposed legislation aims to modernize rules that have remained largely unchanged for nearly 40 years.

Agricultural leaders from across the Southeast are invited to connect, learn and explore leadership at Florida Farm Bureau's annual conference.

The USDA Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program is still accepting applications through local FSA offices and online.

U.S. Sugar launches what it says is the nation's largest commercial deployment of autonomous tractors in the American sugar industry

Recent losses overseas highlight the importance of keeping birds cool and hydrated.

Proposed antitrust settlements allege three egg producers coordinated bids that influenced wholesale egg prices during the record price run-up.

Recent rains have helped, but dry conditions still linger in parts of the region heading into the Fourth of July.

Fertilizer industry leaders say the Strait of Hormuz reopening is positive, but challenges remain.

The invasive insect can weaken grasses and spread quickly if not reported and managed.

Producers can submit observations that help experts better understand conditions on the ground.

"Meet Me at the Market" spotlights local agriculture and selected markets across the state.

Recent grading data show Prime beef outpacing Select by more than two-to-one.