The voice of agriculture in Alabama. Neighbors magazine brings you the most current news and information about Alabama agriculture and the Alabama Farmers Federation.
Black vultures are quickly becoming a predator of young calves in Alabama. To combat the issue, the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) is issuing depredation permits to help livestock producers manage the increasing threat.
Renewable diesel made in Alabama and destined for West Coast buyers has an unconventional origin — U.S. soybean farms.
The sixth class of the Agricultural Leaders for Alabama (A.L.F.A. Leaders) program was recently announced after a rigorous application and interview process. Eighteen participants will join the ranks of Alabama Farmers Federation county presidents, board members, legislators and leaders at local, state and national levels whose involvement grew through the premier leadership experience.
While a glance around many U.S. farms yields a picturesque view — giant tractors, grazing livestock and green fields — a second look shows the impact of decades of public agricultural research.
The three couples vying to be Alabama’s Outstanding Young Farm Family (OYFF) have diverse farms and backgrounds but share a critical common denominator — faith.
The cows are out.” That’s a phrase no farmer wants to hear, as any situation involving escaped livestock can be bad for all involved — from the farmer to law enforcement to those who live or are traveling nearby.