Alabama Farmers Federation

May 3, 2024 Capitol Connection

Voice of Beef Show Hangs up Microphone after Three Decades

After more than three decades emceeing the state beef cattle show, Galen Grace hung up his microphone following the Alabama Farmers Federation Jr. Livestock Expo (JLE) this spring. 

Ag Expedition Eye-Opening for Auburn Students

Nineteen cities and 12 tours over six days shaped a superb spring break for 15 Auburn University (AU) College of Agriculture students March 3-8.

Family Tradition: State Livestock Show Legacy Spans Generations

Jeremy Childers’ gaze followed his daughter, Callie Rae, as she led her Commercial Division champion heifer in the final drive of the Jr. Livestock Expo (JLE) Beef Show in Montgomery.

South Alabama Boot Maker Preserving Rare Trade

Sitting on a worn cushion surrounded by tools, Bill Nordan molds and glues a seemingly simple yet skillfully stitched set of boots. 

Farm-City Awards Honor Rural, Urban Connection

Agritourism was on display during the annual Farm-City Awards Program April 11 in Auburn. Detailed activity reports, bright posters, well-worded essays and vibrant videos showcased hours of hard work and dedication by students and Farm-City committees across the state.