Alabama Farmers Federation

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Alfa Farmers is a federation of the best agricultural professionals in the world — Alabama farmers. We amplify the voice of farmers through advocacy.

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Neighbors, October 2026
Oct 1, 2026 · original
CK Cattle’s Innovation, Teamwork Shine at Sunbelt Expo Pork Donation Fills Bellies, Lays Foundation for Barn Buddies A Table of Neighbors Planting Seeds of Hope Heim Joins Federation External Affairs Team Take a Trip on the Alabama Catfish Trail Corn Field to Clean Air: Aerterra Filters Find New Use for Crop Exercise Caution When Considering Tax Strategies Farmhouse Kitchen, October 2026
Exercise Caution When Considering Tax Strategies
Oct 1, 2026 · original
As the farm economy continues to squeeze margins, farmers across the country are looking for new, creative ways to reduce expenses and keep more dollars in their pockets. This has led to an increased interest in tax strategies that promise significant benefits. While some strategies have legitimate applications, farmers pursuing tax programs that promise large deductions or credits should take a step back and make sure they understand exactly what they are claiming and whether they can substantiate it. As the saying goes, it’s better to be safe than sorry. One strategy receiving increased attention is the tax treatment of “residual fertility” in the soil. The basis for this tax deduction is found in Internal Revenue Code (IRC) § 180. Section 180 was adopted by Congress in 1960 and allows farmers to choose whether to fully deduct the expense of fertilizer or capitalize the expenses over t
Corn Field to Clean Air: Aerterra Filters Find New Use for Crop
Oct 1, 2026 · original
By Maggie Gaddy Talladega County father-son farmers David and Jeremy Wilson have watched countless bushels of corn leave their farm, most destined for Alabama’s poultry industry. While that market accounts for much of Alabama’s corn, Aerterra is opening doors for the crop, using corn to create an unexpected household product — HVAC air filters. “I am all for new uses of corn,” said David, a third-generation row crop farmer. “The air filter is different for corn to be involved with. The byproducts come from the Midwest, where they process the corn and oil. But as long as they’re using corn, it’s impacting my price.” Aerterra takes a crop associated with food, feed and fuel and gives it a new purpose. David uses the air filter in his home and said he has noticed a difference in air quality and cleanliness, since switching to the sustainable product. Company CEO and co-founder Curtis Firest
Take a Trip on the Alabama Catfish Trail
Oct 1, 2026 · original
By Marlee Jackson From Black Belt ponds to meandering river channels, abundant freshwater has helped Alabama net a reputation as the heart of catfish country. Now, diners and fishermen alike are invited to traverse the Alabama Catfish Trail, launched this summer by the Alabama Tourism Department. “Alabama’s catfish culture runs deep,” said Lee Sentell, Alabama Tourism’s long-serving director who retired after announcing the trail in June. “Our new Catfish Trail invites visitors to experience our beautiful state through its waterways, recipes and cultural traditions.” The trail includes more than 50 destinations where visitors can explore Alabama’s catfish culture. Those range from lakes, reservoirs and rivers where fishermen can cast a line for native channel catfish to restaurants renowned for knowing their way around a catfish fillet. Many of those restaurants serve U.S. Farm-Raised Ca
Heim Joins Federation External Affairs Team
Oct 1, 2026 · original
The Alabama Farmers Federation welcomed Enterprise native Grace Heim to its External Affairs Department lobbying team Aug. 17. As director of state legislative programs, Heim will work on policy issues that impact farmers and rural Alabama while taking an active role in the Alabama State House during the legislative session. “I care about making sure Alabama’s farmers have a voice in the policy decisions that affect them, and I have seen how those decisions get made,” said Heim, who studied political science at Auburn University. “I’m excited to put that understanding to work for our state’s farmers.” Federation External Affairs Department Director Brian Hardin said Heim’s State House experience will be a boon to the Federation. Heim previously worked as legislative assistant for the clerk of Alabama’s House of Representatives and as communications director for the House Majority Office.
Planting Seeds of Hope
Oct 1, 2026 · original
By Lydia East Hopelessness has consequences. “A person who doesn’t have hope is hopeless. That will turn into hurt, and hurt will turn into anger, and anger will turn into rage, and rage will turn into violence,” said Ken Kilpatrick, founder of Hope Afield at Blessings Farm. That’s the reality Ken and wife Jan work to change through an unlikely avenue: agriculture. The Kilpatricks established Hope Afield to serve at-risk youth ages 5-18. Through agriculture, the Butler County-based ministry teaches life skills, builds character and restores hope. “We are about offering hope through the outdoors,” Ken said. “If we can get them outside, we can teach them things that can’t be taught in a classroom.” Every activity is intentional, teaching practical skills while creating opportunities for students to grow. “It is our desire to use this farm to the glory of God and to be a blessing to others,
A Table of Neighbors
Oct 1, 2026 · original
By Tanner Hood A host of Madison County farm products was on display Aug. 27 in Huntsville for the inaugural Farm to Table: A Table of Neighbors dinner. Flashes of yellow corn, bright green field peas, bountiful braised beef and other straight-from-the farm fruits, vegetables and flowers welcomed attendees to the Auburn Research and Innovation Campus. Following farm-tale chatter and community connections, Madison County Extension’s Lilly Oaks said the event was about more than a good meal. “We wanted to highlight the agriculture right here in Madison County that’s often overlooked because of what this area is now known for,” said Oaks, the county’s home horticulture agent. “We hope people attend and realize this is something they can be a part of and realize, ‘Oh, there is agriculture happening right beside me. My neighbors are farmers. My neighbors are someone I can support.’” Madison C
Pork Donation Fills Bellies, Lays Foundation for Barn Buddies
Oct 1, 2026 · original
By Marlee Jackson More than 150 pounds of pork made its way into meals for in-need citizens in the Magic City this fall, thanks to an Alabama Jr. Swine Board (AJSB) donation funded by FirstBank of Birmingham. FirstBank’s $5,000 sponsorship will stretch further next spring when AJSB launches Barn Buddies, which will introduce youth with special needs to the joys of animal agriculture. “You don’t always realize it in the moment, but it’s neat to think we helped somebody,” said AJSB member Makenna Martin of Tallapoosa County, who was on hand for the pork donation Aug. 22 with fellow swine showman Colton Simpson. The duo helped load a Magic City Harvest van that distributed pork chops, sausage and ground pork to local feeding programs. Magic City Harvest serves 20 programs across Birmingham. “You see what those people go through and know it’s a good thing you’re doing, helping them and givin
CK Cattle’s Innovation, Teamwork Shine at Sunbelt Expo
Oct 1, 2026 · original
By Jeff Helms When Chuck Madaris crosses the Sunbelt Ag Expo stage as Alabama Farmer of the Year this month, he will represent a tight-knit family that’s turned CK Cattle into one of the nation’s premier seedstock producers. “Through hard work and with the Lord’s guidance, we have grown our farm. Today, we raise cattle on more than 3,000 contiguous acres. Our greatest accomplishment, however, is that we work alongside our son, Charlie; our daughter, Kathleen; and our son-in-law, Bradfield,” said Chuck, who is competing for the title of Southeastern Farmer of the Year with wife Katie. The Madarises began their farming journey 50 years ago when Chuck, armed with an Auburn University animal and dairy science degree, took a job managing Katie’s father’s herd at H.R. Ellis & Sons in Lowndes County. With teamwork that foreshadowed their lifelong partnership, the couple met one night when Katie
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