News Alabama schools to lose access to local produce as Trump administration cuts USDA programs More than 40 states, including Alabama, were signed on to participate in the program. Alex JobinMarch 14, 2025
News Farmers in Alabama and across the U.S. hurt by USDA funding freeze This freeze on USDA grant monies has left many American farmers footing the bill for expenses they were told would be reimbursed. Alex JobinFebruary 24, 2025
News Commissioner Rick Pate launches “Thank a Farmer” initiative The new campaign aims to increase public appreciation for farmers and raise awareness about where our food comes from. StaffJanuary 31, 2025
Economy Alabama AG praises injunction against protections for migrant farmworkers Along with three other states, Marshall sued the Department of Labor for “[attempting] to force collective bargaining on Alabama farmers.” Chance PhillipsNovember 28, 2024
National USDA to send help to farmers after Ivey’s disaster designation request A disaster declaration has been issued to help Alabama farmers affected by freezing temperatures that occurred in March. Patrick DarringtonMay 29, 2023
Opinion Opinion | A tribute to Alabama farmers It’s the only profession we need every day of our lives and the only one we must have to survive. Beth ChapmanOctober 12, 2021
Elections Josh Carnley announces candidacy for Senate District 31 Senate District 31 currently encompasses all of Coffee, Covington and Pike Counties, and the northern two-thirds of Dale County. Brandon MoseleyAugust 3, 2021
State Alabama Farmer’s Federation turns 100 years old The Alabama Farmers Federation was founded in 1921 to provide a voice for farm families. Brandon MoseleyJanuary 26, 2021
Economy Gov. Kay Ivey announces $87 million peanut shelling plant coming to Atmore The facility is expected to ultimately employ 150 workers and attract other businesses to the area. Eddie BurkhalterSeptember 15, 2020
Environment Drought hitting Alabama cattle producers hard Recent rains across parts of Alabama have helped some, but Alabama cattle producers are still reeling from “flash drought” conditions that is impacting grazing... Eddie BurkhalterOctober 22, 2019