Farm Bill, Ag Economy Barometer, Drought and more!

Alabama AgCast

Alabama AgCast
Farm Bill, Ag Economy Barometer, Drought and more!
May 06, 2026 Season 7 Episode 26
Alabama Farmers Federation

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 examine the state’s drought conditions and, for Federation members, it’s time to register for the Farm & Land Conference.

Links of interest:

- Alabama Forestry Commission

- Farm Dog of the Year


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