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Honoring Excellence in Peanut Production The 2025 Farm Press Peanut Efficiency Awards are being presented this week at the annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference, held at the Edgewater Beach Resort in Panama City Beach, Florida. These prestigious awards recognize peanut growers who excel in production efficiency — achieving high yields while optimizing input use. Each year, top producers from four …
Export Market Under Pressure as Farmers Await Rain and Big Harvest U.S. peanut farmers are closely monitoring export trends this season, as they anticipate a potentially large crop—provided timely rainfall arrives across the peanut belt. While domestic production prospects are strong, international demand has shown signs of decline, raising concerns for the industry. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s …
Peanut Industry Sends Relief to Texas Hill Country Peanut Proud, the humanitarian organization representing the U.S. peanut industry, has stepped up to support communities impacted by recent flooding in the Texas Hill Country. The group announced it has shipped 30,240 jars of its Peanut Proud peanut butter to the San Antonio Food Bank to assist those affected by last week’s …
U.S. Corn and Soybean Ratings Near Historic Highs Mid-July typically marks a turning point in crop conditions, often trending lower as the growing season advances. But 2025 is defying expectations. This year, the crops are not just holding steady—they’re thriving. The phrase “big crops get bigger” is echoing among veteran grain traders, and the data backs it up. Corn Ratings …
Advancing Peanut Science Through Global Collaboration This week marks a significant event for the peanut industry, as researchers and industry professionals gather in Louisville, Kentucky, for the annual meeting of the American Peanut Research and Education Society (APRES). With members representing over 20 countries and the eight U.S. states that grow peanuts, the conference serves as a critical hub for …
Corn Futures Hover Near Support Ahead of Harvest As the market approaches the end of the week, December corn futures are flirting with the $4.07 level. However, analysts point to $4.00 as a solid support point, with both domestic users and international importers prepared to purchase at any further price declines. The corn crop is now sufficiently close to harvest, …
Annual APRES Meeting Highlights Innovation and Education This week, the American Peanut Research and Education Society (APRES) is holding its annual meeting in Louisville, Kentucky, bringing together leading researchers, educators, and industry professionals committed to the advancement of the peanut industry. Founded in 1957, APRES—originally known as the Peanut Improvement Working Group—was established to improve the understanding and development of …
USDA Raises July Cotton Forecast for U.S. and China The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has adjusted its cotton production outlook upward in the July report, citing both domestic improvements and favorable conditions abroad. The update was shared by Mark Jekanowski, Chair of the USDA’s World Agricultural Outlook Board, in a report via Southeast AgNet. U.S. Cotton Output Grows by …
Peanut Crop Pegging Progress and Regional Outlooks U.S. Pegging Rate at 55% in Mid-July The National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) reports that the U.S. peanut crop is currently 55% pegging. That’s just below last year’s 56% but above the five-year average of 53%. Crop condition ratings show strong performance so far: Overall, the peanut crop is developing well with adequate …
Historic Budget Legislation Advances with Narrow Margins The U.S. House of Representatives has officially passed the final version of the “One Big Beautiful Bill,” securing a 218 to 214 vote. This closely mirrors the U.S. Senate’s razor-thin approval of the same legislation, which passed 51 to 50 thanks to a tie-breaking vote cast by Vice President J.D. Vance. This comprehensive …
