Cotton Marketing News: Will 2026 > 2025?

Cotton Marketing News: Will 2026 > 2025?

Don Shurley, UGA Emeritus Cotton Economist In 2026, provisions of an improved ARC/PLC income safety net and higher loan rates in the OBBBA will fully kick in.  Payments from the 2025 crop year will be received in October 2026.  Producers will receive Bridge Payments. ...
Don’t Ignore Cow Size When Comparing Calf Weaning Weights

Don’t Ignore Cow Size When Comparing Calf Weaning Weights

Kenny Burdine, Southern Ag Today – December 29, 2025 While I have heard discussions around the topic, I have never been one to believe that an “optimal” cow size exists. Every farm is unique and operates in a different production and market environment. Whenever...
Federal Estate Tax and Gift Tax Limits Announced For 2026

Federal Estate Tax and Gift Tax Limits Announced For 2026

Source:  Paul Goeringer, Southern Ag Today – December 19, 2025 Introduction In October 2025, the IRS announced the revised federal estate tax exemption and gift tax limit for 2026.  The federal estate tax exemption will rise from $13.99 million in 2025 to $15...