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U.S. Peanut Stocks Report Shows Surplus and Declining Demand The latest U.S. peanut stocks and processing report brings concerning news for peanut farmers heading into the new marketing year. Rising inventories and declining consumer demand are creating pressure on peanut prices and limiting contract opportunities for growers. According to the report from the United States Department of Agriculture, total peanut …
Peanut Grower Meetings Set for Georgia and Florida; Taylor Arnold Named Georgia Peanut Commission Executive Director Peanut growers across Georgia and Florida are reminded of several important meetings scheduled for late February, along with leadership news from the Georgia Peanut Commission. Upcoming Peanut Industry Meetings The Crop Peanut Seed Short Course will take place February 24 at the University of …
A Lasting Figure in U.S. Agricultural History Luther Burbank holds a respected place in American agriculture history for his extraordinary contributions to plant development and crop improvement. As highlighted by Mark Oppold in an American Agriculture History Minute, Burbank’s work reshaped farming and horticulture in the United States, leaving a legacy that continues to influence agriculture today. From Limited Schooling …
BASF Highlights New Stoneville Cotton Varieties for 2026 Growing Season BASF is spotlighting new cotton seed varieties for growers to consider in 2026, expanding its Stoneville portfolio with strong yield performance and enhanced disease resistance. We sat down with Kenny Melton, U.S. Agronomy Lead for BASF, to discuss the latest additions and what they mean for southeastern cotton growers and …
The Peanut Institute Highlights Nutrition and Health Benefits of Peanuts The Peanut Institute, funded by the peanut industry, continues to promote research and education focused on improving the nutritional understanding of peanuts and peanut butter. As consumers search for convenient, healthy food ingredients and snack options, peanuts remain one of the most popular and nutrient-dense choices available. According to The …
Mark Oppold with An American Agriculture History Minute highlights a surprising and influential chapter in U.S. agricultural and marketing history—one that connects food production, consumer tastes, and one of the most recognizable mascots in America. Leo Burnett’s Early Career in Agriculture Leo Burnett, who would later become one of the most influential figures in advertising history, began his career working …
Trade relationships with Canada and Mexico have been a major topic of discussion this week within the U.S. Peanut Federation, as industry leaders stress the importance of maintaining strong export markets under the USMCA agreement. According to the federation, the agreement plays a critical role in supporting peanut farmers and the broader U.S. agricultural economy. Peanuts are grown in 13 …
Market attention remains focused on soybean and soybean meal trade volume as the week winds down, following a period of heightened activity and shifting global fundamentals. Trade volume surged to an all-time high last Friday, signaling strong interest and aggressive positioning by market participants. However, activity has pulled back since then, suggesting traders are reassessing direction after the recent spike. …
Labor, Land, and Innovation: How 19th-Century Farming Became More Efficient American agriculture in the 19th century underwent a profound transformation as new tools and techniques reshaped how crops were planted, cultivated, and harvested. A comparison of corn and wheat production between 1850 and 1890 reveals how early mechanization dramatically reduced labor demands while maintaining similar land requirements. These changes laid …
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has announced what it calls the “strongest protections in agency history” for the over-the-top (OTT) application of dicamba on dicamba-tolerant cotton and soybean crops. The new regulatory framework introduces tighter controls while maintaining access to a tool many farmers say is critical for combating herbicide-resistant weeds. According to an EPA press release, “President Trump …
