It was recently announced that a new president was at the helm for Premium Peanut. Tyron Spearman has more information.
Applications Now Being Accepted for Peanut Leadership Academy
Applications are now being accepted for the Peanut Leadership Academy Class XIII. According to Tyron Spearman, participants of the Academy are taught how to become more effective spokespeople for the peanut industry. To download a copy of the upcoming class application, visit www.southernpeanutfarmers.org. Applications must be postmarked or emailed to jessie@gapeanuts.com by Oct. 1, 2023, for consideration.
Peanut Average Yield Forecast Lowered
The latest USDA report shows a decrease in the forecast for this year’s peanut average yield. Tyron Spearman runs through the new numbers.
Looking Ahead at the Cotton Market
Farmers that grow cotton are thinking about the market and what may be on the horizon. Today, Tyron Spearman has a look at the factors affecting it.
National Peanut Board Plan of Work
The National Peanut Board has approved their plan of work for the coming year;. Tyron Spearman has more details.
Peanuts Discussed at Global Food Allergy Prevention Summit
Folks from the peanut industry recently took part in a Global Food Allergy Prevention Summit (GFAPS). Tyron Spearman has more details.
Marketing Opportunities for Peanut Farms
Peanut farms are finding marketing opportunities through cooperatives. Tyron Spearman has more details.
U.S. Peanut Production Forecast Up 12 Percent
USDA released their August crop production estimates today, and in that report they note the U.S. peanut crop is now expected to up twelve percent compared to last year. Tyron Spearman runs through the new numbers.
Peanut Crop, Market Update
Overall, the U.S. peanut crop looks good at this point. Tyron Spearman has an update on the crop along with market information for peanuts.
Finding New Uses for Peanuts
Efforts to find new uses for peanuts continue. Tyron Spearman has a story looking at some of the research projects underway .