The voice of agriculture in Alabama. Neighbors magazine brings you the most current news and information about Alabama agriculture and the Alabama Farmers Federation.
Agriculture and forestry provide the building blocks of society — food, fiber and timber. They also contribute a massive amount to Alabama’s economy to the tune of $77.3 billion annually, making agriculture and forestry one of the top industries in the state.
Mark Byrd rarely meets a stranger.
Deep in the heart of Texas, more than just stars were big and bright.
During the 106th American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) annual convention in San Antonio, Young Farmers from Alabama shone as they celebrated a first — competitors in all three Young Farmers & Ranchers (YF&R) contests advancing to their second rounds.
A new competition-style, data-development project is allowing farmers to impact crop production research results through Auburn University’s (AU) Testing Ag Performance Solutions (TAPS).
Fresh U.S. Farm-Raised Catfish sizzled on the grill as Denzil Dees chatted about his goals as the newly elected Alabama Farmers Federation State Young Farmers Committee chairman.
After a grueling, rainy Rocket City Marathon, more than 4,000 runners refueled depleted energy tanks with help from delicious, nutritious products grown by Alabama farmers. Treats at the finish line Dec. 15 in Huntsville included products provided by Alabama Peanut Producers Association, Sweet Grown Alabama and The Dairy Alliance.
