MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) food safety inspectors are conducting recall effectiveness checks on all batches of ByHeart Whole Nutrition Infant Formula cans and Anywhere Pack™ nationwide as they may be contaminated and are making infants sick with infant botulism. “ADAI is working closely with the Alabama Department of Public Health, CDC and FDA to be sure all remaining products are removed from store shelves,” said Agriculture and Industries Commissioner Rick Pate. “The health and safety... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - USDA has awarded the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) $519,000 to fund projects that strengthen Alabama’s specialty crop industry through the Specialty Crop Block Grant Program (SCBGP). The program will fund 14 projects to enhance competitiveness of specialty crop growers by using marketing, education and research for Alabama’s specialty crop industry. “Since I became Commissioner in 2019, the specialty crop industry including fruits, vegetables, tree nuts and nursery crops has grown tremendously. We’re proud of the... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries’ (ADAI) Commissioner Rick Pate and ADAI staff presented a $165,000 check to Extreme Green Farms through ADAI's Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program. Through the USDA RFSI funds, Extreme Green Farms will be able to store lettuces more efficiently and transport in a timely manner across the state, supporting both local retailers and school systems. Extreme Green Farms, a family-owned and operated hydroponic farm in Auburn, Ala., is redefining local agriculture... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey has proclaimed October as Farm to School Month in Alabama, celebrating the vital connection between local farmers, schools and students. Since October of 2020, the Alabama Farm to School Program has been given $1.595 million from the State legislature for the Farm to School incentive program. Since then, schools have spent $3,724,315 purchasing from Alabama farmers, and they have served 8,504,382 meals featuring Alabama products. "We are proud to see Alabama students enjoying fresh, locally grown... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama is proud to play a leading role in the America250: A Call for the Great American State Fair. Today, Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate issued an individual proclamation for the Alabama National Fair, emphasizing its role in the nationwide celebration. Commissioner Pate was among the first state agricultural leaders in the country to issue a proclamation recognizing the historic 250th celebration. “I recognize the Alabama National Fair’s longstanding commitment to honor agriculture, showcase livestock and... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. – Alabama Commissioner of Agriculture and Industries Rick Pate announced that USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins has designated 25 Alabama counties as primary natural disaster areas due to loss caused by excessive rainfall from May 1 through June 30, 2025. Fourteen additional counties were listed as contiguous disaster counties. “The excessive rain during this year’s planting season impacted over half of Alabama’s counties, causing delays or preventing planting altogether,” said Commissioner Pate. “We recognize the hardships our farmers have faced... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Governor Kay Ivey and Alabama Department of Agriculture & Industries (ADAI) Commissioner Rick Pate officially proclaimed October 12th as Farmers’ Day in Alabama during a ceremony at Sweet Creek Farm Market in Pike Road, Ala. The proclamation highlighted an essential role that Alabama’s farmers play in sustaining families, contributing $77.3 billion annually to the state’s economy. Sweet Creek owner and Alabama Representative Reed Ingram and Blue Ribbon Dairy Owner Michaela Sanders-Wilson joined the event and shared about the... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, Ala. - Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) Commissioner Rick Pate and several ADAI staff presented a $1.9 million check to Miller Family Dairy through ADAI's Resilient Food Systems Infrastructure (RFSI) Program. Through the RFSI funds, the new Miller Family Dairy facility will be able to offer local communities fresh and nutritious milk, cheese and butter.Miller Family Dairy, a first-generation farm in Colbert County, opened in 2020 as a raw milk operation. Their farm currently owns eight dairy... read more ❯

MONTGOMERY, AL- The Alabama Open Horseman’s Association (AOHA) will host its 38th Annual State Championship Show August 29-31, 2025, at the Garrett Coliseum and its Crawford Arena in Montgomery. This year’s event will be the largest in more than 15 years, with over 2,000 registered entries showcasing more than 550 ponies and horses. AOHA offers classes for four age divisions: eight years old and under, 12 years old and under, 13–17 years old, and adult (18 and older), with separate divisions... read more ❯