Johnson to Lead Peanut Promotion, Research Efforts

Dan Alabama, Peanuts

(APPA/DOTHAN, AL/June 5, 2023) — Alabama’s 900-plus peanut farmers have a new champion in their corner. Libbie Johnson joined the Alabama Peanut Producers Association (APPA) as executive director on June 5. Johnson hails from Florida Extension, where she gleaned over 20 years of industry experience and built relationships critical to her new role. “I’m excited to get to know Alabama’s …

Peanut Stocks and Processing Report Update

Dan Peanuts

The U.S. Department of Agriculture released their latest Peanut Stocks and Processing Report last month, which indicates usage is down. Tyron Spearman has more on that along with an update on loan numbers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement …

Peanut Crop Update

Dan Peanuts

Peanut planting is running just a bit behind normal. Tyron Spearman runs through the latest numbers. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research Efforts Funded by …

Early-Season Pest Management Key for Georgia Cotton Growers

Dan Cotton, Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC)

The Georgia Cotton Commission (GCC) and University of Georgia (UGA) Cotton Team remind growers about the importance of early-season pest management. Camp Hand, UGA Extension cotton agronomist, provides producers tips that should help their crop continue to flourish. “Conditions have been fantastic. A lot of the folks that I’m talking to say it might be the best stand they’ve had …

Looking at Sustainable Practices in the Peanut Industry

Dan Conservation, Environment, Peanuts

Various countries across the globe are looking at sustainable practices in the peanut industry. Tyron Spearman has more information. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In Research …

Dry Conditions Continue in Many Areas

Dan Corn, Drought, Field Crops, Soybeans, Weather

Starting a brand new month, many areas around the country continue to see dry conditions as crops try to grow. Mark Oppold looks at where some of the worst areas are in major growing regions. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida …

Soliciting Farm Bill Feedback

Dan Farm Bill, Legislative, Peanuts

Efforts are underway by members of Congress to solicit comments on the new Farm Bill. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, 2026Florida Cattle Producers Proactive In …

Peanut Leadership Academy Visits Washington

Dan Legislative, Peanuts

Various leaders in the peanut industry recently took a trip to Washington D.C. Tyron Spearman has more information about what was discussed while they were there. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary …

Discussing Precision Agriculture

Dan Agri-Business, Field Crops, Peanuts

Precision agriculture is a topic that has been discussed many times over the past few years. Tyron Spearman looks at a recent event where it was the main topic of discussion. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports …

More Peanuts Expected this Year

Dan Peanuts

More peanuts are expected this year than first thought. Tyron Spearman looks at what we could now expect for 2023 production here in the U.S. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Allows Viable Research in the Cattle IndustryFebruary 6, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Track Record Well Received By LegislatorsJanuary 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Supports Beef Education and Promotion ProgramsJanuary 23, …