Congress Sen. Britt joins effort to continue safe exports of agricultural products The bipartisan Safe American Food Exports Act codifies USDA authority to negotiate regionalization agreements ensuring continued livestock and poultry exports during animal disease outbreaks. StaffApril 30, 2025
Congress Rep. Strong introduces legislation to study Winter Canola This legislation would direct the USDA to study the gap in crop insurance coverage for double-crop grown winter oilseeds like canola. StaffApril 14, 2025
Congress Sens. Tuberville, Britt cosponsor tax deduction for timber lost in natural disasters The bill would establish tax deductions for foresters who lose timber as a result of natural disasters. Alex JobinApril 1, 2025
News AECC finalizes land deal for Alabama Farm Center at Hallmark Farm The Alabama Farm Center is expected to host livestock shows, equestrian competitions, rodeos, and more. StaffMarch 24, 2025
News USDA announces ECAP funds for row crop farmers The U.S. Department of Agriculture is issuing up to $10 billion directly to agricultural producers. StaffMarch 19, 2025
Congress Sen. Britt reintroduces Farm and Food Cybersecurity Act "Food security is national security and recognizing that requires our farmland be protected from foreign adversaries," Britt said. Alex JobinMarch 13, 2025
Elections Christina Woerner McInnis announces bid for Alabama ag commissioner Christina Woerner McInnis, a fifth-generation farmer, has officially announced her candidacy for Alabama commissioner of agriculture and industries StaffMarch 5, 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
Congress Sens. Tuberville, Fetterman reintroduce bill on foreign investment in American agriculture Alabama's other U.S. senator, Katie Britt, is also a co-sponsor of the FARM Act. Alex JobinJanuary 23, 2025
News The 68th annual SLE PRCA Rodeo returns to Montgomery This year’s rodeo promises more excitement, entertainment, and opportunities to support youth in agriculture. StaffJanuary 20, 2025