Applications for the Peanut Efficiency Award will close soon. Tyron Spearman shares more. Click HERE for application information.
Peanut Industry Update: Withdrawn Contracts and Farm Bill Disparities
There is movement in the peanut marketing world, Tyron Spearman has more.
Branch Inducted to Hall of Fame
University of Georgia peanut researcher, Bill Branch was recently inducted into the Georgia Agricultural Hall of Fame for shaping the peanut industry with his innovative peanut breeding program. Tyron Spearman has more.
Registration Open for Southern Peanut Growers Conference
The Georgia Peanut Commission reminds growers and industry leaders that registration is ongoing for the Southern Peanut Growers Conference scheduled for July 17 to July 19 at the Westin Savannah Harbor Golf Resort & Spa in Savannah, Georgia. This year’s theme is entitled, “Rollin’ on the River.” The three-day event will be held at the hotel and will provide attendees …
The Incredible Sustainable Peanut
Peanuts are an incredibly sustainable crop, with data being collected to quantify the impact. Tyron Spearman has more.
NPB Promotes Peanuts at Major Natural Foods Show
The National Peanut Board recently promoted peanuts at a major natural foods show in Anaheim, CA. Tyron Spearman reports.
February Peanut Usage Report
February’s numbers are in the latest USDA Peanut Stocks and Processing Report. Tyron Spearman has more on peanut usage for the month.
Peanut Stocks Reported
The Peanut Stocks and Processing Report for February was recently released. Tyron Spearman has more.
USDA Holding Peanut Checkoff Continuance Referendum
Peanut producers across the Southeast are being reminded the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is conducting a referendum now through April 19th for eligible U.S. producers of peanuts to decide whether to continue the checkoff program. The USDA Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) is conducting the referendum by regular mail, express mail and electronic ballot. Those engaged in the production and sale of …
Georgia Peanut Commission Approves Funding for FY 2024-2025 Research Projects
(GPC/TIFTON, GA) — The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) board of directors has approved $791,639 in research project funding for the 2024-25 research budget year. This action was taken during the commission’s March board meeting. The research projects include 40 project proposals submitted from the University of Georgia, Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and the U.S. Department of Agriculture Agricultural Research Service. …