Alabama AgCast
A podcast about news and information of interest to the agriculture community of Alabama. Presented by Alabama Farmers Federation.
Episodes
298 episodes
What's in the new Ag Labor Bill in Congress?
We sit down with Blake Thaxton. Blake is the Federation's commodity director for the Bee & Honey Division; and the Greenhouse, Nursery & Sod Division; and executive director for Al Fruit & Veg Growers Association. Ag labor is a big ...
Ag News: Senate Farm Bill, USMCA halted, Beef Tour and more!
Among the national news stories; Language is released from the Senate Farm Bill, a new legal defense avenue for farmers, and the USMCA trade deal halted by President Trump.In Federation news; we get a report from the beef tour and farmer...
Ag News for July 2, 2026!
In national news, with the 4th of July coming up, grilling is on everyone’s mind, but food safety should be a close second.In Federation news, the new ...
Alabama timber industry in crisis!
Alabama’s timber industry, a cornerstone of the state’s economy, is confronting a systemic market failure that threatens to wipe out billions in generational wealth. According to a new whitepaper titled America's Renewable Resource in Crisi...
Ag News for June 23, 2026
On today’s episode, in national news, we’ll learn about new screwworm resources, a push for farm aid, a deeper dive into the commodity markets, USDA’s specialty crop program, and discover that no two El Ninos are the same. In Federa...
Cong. Barry Moore - FarmPAC Endorsed Candidate for US Senate
Cong. Barry Moore takes time out of his busy schedule in Congress to speak with us about his record and how he will represent the working farm families of Alabama if elected to the US Senate.
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 Directo...
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.
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,
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
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,
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...
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...
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 b...
250-pound challenge as a part of America's 250-year anniversary!
Bethany O'Rear, Extension Agent in Horticulture located in Blount County, about the 250-Pound Challenge as part of their annual Grow Mor...
Let's meet Caroleene Dobson, FarmPAC-endorsed candidate for Secretary of State
Joining us, in the AgCast Extra, is Caroleene Dobson. Caroleene is our FarmPAC-endorsed candidate running for the office of Secretary of State.Find out more about our sponsor,
Farm Bill, Ag Economy Barometer, Drought and more!
In today’s episode, we’ll hear from House Ag Chairman, GT Thompson, on Farm Bill Passage, check the pulse of American agriculture, hear about USDA’s wildfire preparations, and learn how US beef is now duty-free in the UK. In Alabama news, we’ll...
Increase your corn yields with Ext. Agent Eddie McGriff!
Eddie McGriff is an agronomic crops agent with Alabama Extension at Auburn University. Last year, Eddie assisted three Alabama row crop farmers who reaped yield...
Farm Bill passes US House and more ag news!
On today’s AgCast, the US House Of Representatives just passed the Farm Bill. We’ll talk to Mitt Walker about that. Also, USDA issues more
Alabama Extension Week is coming! Get ready with Mary Wilson.
We speak with Communications Manager, Mary Wilson, of the Alabama Extension System on the second annual Alabama Extension Week. This year, the event will be held April 12-18. There will be in-person events as well as online webinars. Visit the ...
AgCast Feature with Extension's Christy Mendoza on food safety, prep and eating out!
Eggcellent Food Safety: Keeping Easter Fresh and FunWith the arrival of spring and warmer weather, many people start to think about the upcoming lineup of holidays, including Easter. Some people join friends or fam...
AgCast News! Get the latest on ag news.
Hello and welcome to the Alabama AgCast News for April 1, 2026. The AgCast is produced by the Alabama Farmers Federation and sponsored by Alabama Ag Credit....
AgCast News for March 26, 2026 includes JLE, Legislative update, Federal news, and more!
On today’s AgCast, we will find out the latest from our nation’s capital, we recap the Jr. Livestock Expo, we’ll explore what’s going on at the State House in Montgomery, Jacob Davis will bring us the Field Staff Report, and Chris Prevatt will ...
A new soil sulfur study with Extension Specialist Chandler Gruener
Chandler Gruener is embarking on a multi-year study to determine soil sulfur recommendations for producers in Alabama. He just received a grant from the Soybean Checkoff Committee and will be reporting on his findings in the coming years.
