Monthly Archives: April 2021
Monthly Archives: April 2021

Soil Moisture Becoming an Issue Again

April 30, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

After a wet winter, Many areas of the Carolinas are now experiencing a lack of soil moisture according to NC Assistant state climatologist Corey Davis.

John R. Block Reports from Washington April 30, 2021 “Farming Today”

April 30, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Hello everybody out there in farm country.  This radio commentary is brought to you by the National Corn Growers Association, CropLife America, and Renewable Fuels Association.  They are all friends, supporters, and allies of a healthy farm economy and prosperous …

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Biden Plans to Protect Farms from Elimination of “Stepped-Up” Basis

April 29, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Ahead of Wednesday night’s joint session of Congress address by President Joe Biden, the White House released details of the American Families Plan, including Biden’s intention to end some tax breaks to pay for the package, including stepped-up basis. But …

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Mexico’s Supreme Court Overturns Ban on Fresh U.S. Potato Imports

April 29, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Industry Groups encourage Mexico regulators to immediately begin rulemaking process to allow for the importation of fresh U.S. potatoes throughout the country WASHINGTON – Today, April 28, 2021, the Mexican Supreme Court ruled by a unanimous vote of five to zero …

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Chinese Ag Purchases are Strong, But How Long Will It Last?

April 29, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

2020 was an interesting year when it came to trade between the United States and China. Late in 2020, China began purchasing large quantities of American agricultural goods while attempting to meet the obligations of the Phase One Trade Agreement. …

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Expanding Offerings and Incentives in CRP

April 29, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

The Agriculture Department recently announced an increased enrollment cap and new and expanded incentives within it’s Conservation Reserve Program. Rod Bain reports.

American Connection Corps Promoting Rural Broadband

April 29, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Getting broadband developed throughout rural America is a priority for the American Farm Bureau Federation. AFBF Congressional Relations Director Emily Buckman says rural residents, along with farmers and ranchers, need access to broadband connections. “We’ve heard the phrase multiple times, …

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Innovations to Advance Wildfire Prevention and Suppression

April 29, 2021
by Southern Farm Network
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The Chief of the U.S. Forest Service recently discussed some of the technological and strategic advances designed to combat and reduce wildfire activity. Rod Bain reports.

School Re-opening: A Tense Time of Transition for Young Children

April 28, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

Parents may praise the re-opening of schools and day care centers, but young children may have different feelings. Gary Crawford has more.

A Focus on Cow and Carcass Can Coexist

April 28, 2021
by Southern Farm Network

A live calf is priority number one. But a live calf that stands out for excellence for all of its life and legacy? That’s the pinnacle. “If they don’t get bred, it doesn’t matter how good their EPD for any …

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