(NAFB) — A report from the World Wildlife Fund details how the Mid-Mississippi Delta River Region could become the “Next California” of fruit and vegetable production because of climate change. The report, The Next California, Phase 1: Investigating Potential in the Mid-Mississippi Delta River Region, explores the viability of shifting some fruit and vegetable production to an area of the …
Questions Concerning More or Less Peanut Acres
There are some questions right now as to whether there should be more, or less peanut acres planted this year. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune 19, 2026Verdant Robotics Offers Growers Targeted Application of Herbicides …
Peanut Butter and Jelly Day in Atlanta
March is National Peanut Month and the Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) kicked off the celebration with their annual Peanut Butter and Jelly Day at the State Capital in Atlanta. Tyron Spearman was there and has the story. Celebrate March – National Peanut Month The Georgia peanut industry joins together to celebrate National Peanut Month in March and donate peanut butter to the …
Enroll Now for ALC-PLC
Producers are being reminded to enroll in either the Agricultural Risk Coverage (ARC) or Price Loss Coverage (PLC) for the 2020 crop year. As Tyron Spearman reports, the deadline to do so is March 15. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm …
Cover Crops Play Vital Role in Soil Conservation
(ACES) — Heavy bouts of rainfall and strong storms created the perfect scenario for Alabama producers to talk about the many benefits of planting cover crops during the winter season. Audrey Gamble, an Alabama Cooperative Extension System soil scientist, said the weather throughout winter months in Alabama has allowed for thought-provoking conversations surrounding use of cover crops and off-season land …
Paraquat Training Required for Applicators
By Clint Thompson Farmers interested in using the herbicide Paraquat this year will have to abide by new regulations mandated by the Environmental Protection Agency. University of Georgia Cooperative Extension weed specialist Eric Prostko said the new rules include a training that are all applicators must participate in. “There’s 3 things growers need to be aware of. No. 1, there’s …
CRP Sign Up Ends Friday
The USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) is reminding agricultural producers and private landowners interested in the Conservation Reserve Program (CRP) 2020 general signup, that they must make an offer of acres or schedule an appointment to do so with their local USDA service center by Friday, February 28. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement …
Know Peanut Seed Quality Prior to Planting
By Clint Thompson Scott Monfort, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension peanut agronomist, cautions growers to ask questions and know all the information about their seed before purchasing this spring. With planting season less than two months away for some farmers, low-quality seed can lead to reduced plant stands and diminished yields. Monfort emphasizes the importance of knowing what the germ …
USDA Gets a New Look with FPAC
Chief of Staff for USDA’s Farm Service Agency recently gave an update on FPAC, Farm Production and Conservation, which started in 2017. As Tyron Spearman reports, the department was designed to help administer funds. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher Discusses New World Screwworm OverviewJune …
Georgia Peanut Seed Update
During the recent National Peanut Buying Points Association Annual Meeting, Billy Skaggs with the Georgia Crop Improvement Association reported that certified peanut seed acreage declined this past year from 121,082 acres to 112,178 acres. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026FL Cattle Enhancement Board Wraps up Funding YearJune 30, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Awarded Researcher …