The voice of agriculture in Alabama. Neighbors magazine brings you the most current news and information about Alabama agriculture and the Alabama Farmers Federation.
Geneva County’s Debbie Dunn and Mobile County’s Dillon Turk were elected to lead the Alabama Farmers Federation State Women’s Leadership Committee (WLC) and State Young Farmers Committee, respectively, during the 102nd annual meeting in Montgomery Dec. 3-4.
Tommy Brown has a penchant for helping people. A retired Alabama Extension agent, Brown spent decades cultivating community, investing in youth and improving farmers’ bottom lines.
Four hundred sixty-two farmers from the Gulf Coast to the Tennessee Valley gathered in Montgomery Dec. 4 to conduct business for the state’s largest farm organization.
A flurry of activity filled downtown Montgomery Dec. 3-4 as 900 Alabama Farmers Federation members descended on the state’s capital to elect leaders, honor individuals and enact policy changes.
Smells of fresh pine shavings and a buzz of excitement hung in the air around Teague Arena as youth showmen and their parents prepared for the 70th Alabama National Fair. Exhibitors from across the state attended the annual event Oct. 6-15 to show off prize-winning livestock while displaying their hard work, practice and showmanship.
Joy lights up John Paul Scott’s face as he carefully harvests imaginary soybeans on the family room floor before augering them into a grain cart — all under the glow of a Christmas tree.