It’s a packed week ahead for Southeast farmers, with multiple field days and industry updates scheduled across Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. These events are essential for staying informed on the latest research, crop trends, and industry developments—especially for peanut and row crop producers.
“Lots of important meetings coming up this week for farmers across the Southeast. First of all, on August 13th, it’s the Peanut Field Day at the North Florida Research and Education Center in Live Oak, Florida. You’re needing to attend. That’s August 13th.”
In addition to Florida’s Peanut Field Day in Live Oak, another major event is happening on the same day in Georgia.
“Also on August 13th, the Southwest Georgia Extension and Research Field Day is being held in Plains, Georgia. That’s on August 13th.”
The next day, another key gathering for Florida peanut farmers is scheduled.
“On the 14th, the Florida Peanut Field Day is going to be held at the North Florida Research and Education Center. That’s in Mariana, Florida. Starts at 7 a.m. Be there and be ready for the tour.”
Then, on August 15, Alabama row crop producers will gather for an important event highlighting research and best practices in the field.
“August 15th will be the Alabama Row Crop Field Day. That will be at the Wiregrass Research and Education Center in Hedland, Alabama. That is on August 15th.”
Beyond field tours and demonstrations, this week also brings major news for the peanut industry. Several important agriculture announcements are scheduled from federal and industry organizations.
“Some big announcements coming up for the industry this week. First of all, the announcement on planted acres will be made by Ag Statistics Service in Washington. That will be announced at noon on Tuesday the 12th.”
Also making headlines is a branding refresh for the National Peanut Board.
“The National Peanut Board is unveiling a new logo and a new live stream announcement on the new industry logo for peanuts, along with a tagline and a campaign. That is on Wednesday. You can get it on virtual, but that’ll be coming up Wednesday starting at one o’clock.”
Audio Reporting by Tyron Spearman for Southeast AgNet.