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A podcast about news and information of interest to the agriculture community of Alabama. Presented by Alabama Farmers Federation.

  1. New World Screwworm Confirmed in US!

    hace 3 días

    New World Screwworm Confirmed in US!

    We are bringing you an AgCast Extra, today, to let you know about a confirmation by USDA, that the New World Screwworm has been detected in Texas just north of the Mexico boarder. We will first have a conversation with our Beef Division Director, Chris Prevatt. Next will will hear from USDA Ag Secretary, Brooke Rollins and finally, we’ll hear about the potential economic impact from Arlan Suderman, chief commodities economist for StoneX. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    15 min
  2. Pine Bark Beetle in Alabama with Ext. Specialist Annakay Newell

    hace 4 días

    Pine Bark Beetle in Alabama with Ext. Specialist Annakay Newell

    We speak with Annakay Newell, Auburn University assistant professor & Extension specialist in forest health, about the current pine bark beetle infestation in Alabama. Check the pine bark beetle map here. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    19 min
  3. News for June 3, 2026!

    hace 5 días

    News for June 3, 2026!

    In national news, The EPA is working to get rid of diesel exhaust fluid mandates, base acre update opens for ARC and PLC programs, and USDA announces a plan to bolster cotton demand.  In Federation news, FarmPAC endorses Barry Moore in the Alabama Senate race and the Women’s Committee uses fashion as a fundraiser. We also have a field report and go In The Markets with Chris Prevatt. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    14 min
  4. Brad Rippey with the USDA Drought Monitor

    28 may

    Brad Rippey with the USDA Drought Monitor

    We spend some time with Brad Rippy, USDA meteorologist out of Washington, DC, about his vital role in preparing and producing the weekly report. View the latest drought monitor. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    24 min
  5. NEWS: Primary victories for FarmPAC, Teacher of the Year, Livestock insurance program enhancements and more!

    21 may

    NEWS: Primary victories for FarmPAC, Teacher of the Year, Livestock insurance program enhancements and more!

    Here is your AgCast News for May 21, 2026. In national news, USDA announces enhancements to its livestock insurance program and meat demand stays high despite rising prices. In Federation news, primary victories highlight Alabama FarmPAC’s grassroots impact and the Alabama Teacher of the Year is presented with a vehicle, thanks to Alfa Insurance and the Alabama Farmers Federation. We’ll also hear a word from Alfa Insurance and get the commodity report from Maggie Gaddy. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    18 min
  6. What is the USDA Rural Development?

    18 may

    What is the USDA Rural Development?

    We visit with Twinkle Cavanaugh, director of Alabama's USDA Rural Development, and Joe Freeman, deputy director, about how their work with this Federal program is helping all of rural Alabama. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    28 min
  7. Farm Bill movement, cost cutting amendment, Plant Not Plastic, and more!

    14 may

    Farm Bill movement, cost cutting amendment, Plant Not Plastic, and more!

    In national news, we hear from one witness during a hearing held by the US Senate Agriculture Committee, we’ll hear advice from Alabama Farmers Federation President Jimmy Parnell and American Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall on the importance of passing the Farm Bill in the Senate, we’ll examine a Farm Bill amendment that could help farmers with equipment costs, and Chad Smith brings us a Farm State of Mind report. For the Federation, Maggie Gaddy will bring her story about the “Plant Not Plastic” initiative, Guy Hall gives us his Field Staff Report and we go In the Markets with Chris Prevatt. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    23 min
  8. FarmPAC-endorsed candidates recap

    12 may

    FarmPAC-endorsed candidates recap

    On this AgCast Extra, we will hear highlights from our previous interviews with  FarmPAC-endorsed candidates. The primary election is May 19th, so be sure to vote for these pro-ag candidates and encourage your friends and family to support them. For statewide offices, we will hear from Matt Gentry (0:54), running for Public Service Commission, Place 1; Corey Hill (7:02), candidate for Commissioner of Ag & Industry; Derek Chen (12:47), for State Auditor; Caroleene Dobson (18:47), for Secretary of State; Katherine Robertson (24:22), candidate for Attorney General; and Wes Allen (29:45), running for Lt. Governor. Running for Federal offices, on the AgCast, will be Jerry Carl (35:09), candidate for US House, District 1, and Steve Marshall (40:58), running for the US Senate. Find out more about our sponsor, Alabama Ag Credit, and also about Alabama Farmers Federation.

    47 min
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A podcast about news and information of interest to the agriculture community of Alabama. Presented by Alabama Farmers Federation.

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  • Creador
    Alabama Farmers Federation
  • Años de actividad
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodios
    292
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    © 2026 Alabama AgCast
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