The voice of agriculture in Alabama. Neighbors magazine brings you the most current news and information about Alabama agriculture and the Alabama Farmers Federation.
Sarah-Jane French is bringing enthusiasm, experience and fresh insight to Alabama’s youth livestock programs, thanks to a new position funded by the Alabama Legislature, housed at Auburn University (AU) and created with support from the Alabama Farmers Federation. French began as a professor of practice for youth livestock programs in June.
Dirt, hooves and bucking chutes filled the Ford Wyoming Center in Casper, Wyoming, as the University of West Alabama (UWA) celebrated three national titles at the College National Finals Rodeo June 9-17.
Tucked away under longleaf pines and cypress swamps stands a hidden gem in Alabama’s Wiregrass region.
Golden west Alabama sunshine, catfish ponds and green pastures of grazing cattle paint the picture of excellence at Drury Catfish and Cattle in Greensboro.
Growing knowledge and cultivating relationships were on the itinerary as 30 producers traversed the Tennessee Valley on the Greenhouse, Nursery and Sod (GNS) Tour June 28-29.
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.
