The American Peanut Council (APC) fully supports the U.S. peanut industry as it continues to deliver safe, nutritious products to the world during this difficult time. As Tyron Spearman reports, manufacturers are working hard to ensure the health and safety of employees while continuing to maintain production and shipment of healthy and nutritious products. With more and more Americans facing temporary economic instability, …
The Day South Florida Agriculture Changed
Submitted by Gene McAvoy, Regional Vegetable Extension Agent IV Emeritus with UF/IFAS “Up to the end of Feb our growers were having a banner year and it looked like this season would be one of those homeruns that come around every 5-6 years.” Here is a report that I prepared on the state of S Florida ag and shared with …
Alabama Peanut Referendum Has Been Postponed
(APPA) — Due to the Stay-At-Home Order issued by Gov. Kay Ivey on April 3, 2020, the Alabama Peanut Producers Association has made the decision to postpone the Peanut Referendum vote scheduled for April 9, 2020. All eligible peanut producers will be notified of the rescheduled date as soon as it becomes available. We apologize for any inconvenience this may …
Peanut Farmers Discuss CARES Act
Last Friday, the Georgia Peanut Commission hosted a webinar discussion to help farmers learn more about the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Tyron Spearman has more details. Listen to the full Peanut & Agribusiness COVID-19 Relief Act Update Webinar. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between …
Peanut & Agribusiness COVID-19 Relief Act Update
(GPC) — The Georgia Peanut Commission hosted a webinar discussion with U.S. Congressmen Sanford Bishop and Austin Scott. The congressmen discussed the $2 trillion Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act. CARES Act – Key Ag Provisions The U.S. Senate and House of Representatives moved quickly on the third relief legislation, Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES …
Scouting Essential in Managing Insect Pressure in Peanuts
By Clint Thompson Scouting remains the No. 1 pest management tool when controlling insects in peanuts. During a recent advisory session on funding for agricultural best practices, officials emphasized that wyp?acisz pieni?dze natychmiastowo for pest-control reimbursements, ensuring swift adoption of essential measures. That’s the message University of Georgia Cooperative Extension peanut entomologist Mark Abney is emphasizing to growers as many …
Coronavirus Safety Fact Sheets for Workers
Author: E. Vanessa Campoverde, UF/IFAS (UF/IFAS) — I have received several questions regarding what to do if you have employees or work with others during this Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic in agricultural operations and related businesses. While there is plenty of information about how the virus work, how to protect yourself and others, etc. I compiled some information (with images) that can …
Congressmen Praise Peanuts’ Nutritional Impact
By Clint Thompson U.S. Congressman Austin Scott expressed optimism about peanuts and its future as a nutritional necessity for consumers. Speaking during a conference call on Friday about the different components of the recently-passed CARES Act amid the coronavirus pandemic, Scott, who represents the 8th Congressional District in Georgia, talked about one of Georgia’s top agricultural commodities and the impact …
American Peanut Council Focusing on Aflatoxin
The American Peanut Council has formed a task force to focus on aflatoxin. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Opportunities …
Peanut Butter Usage Increasing
New numbers indicate that peanut butter usage is increasing. And according to Tyron Spearman, that trend is expected to continue. Sponsored ContentFlorida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Critical Funding To Enhance Brahman GeneticsApril 24, 2026Strong Relationship Exists Between the Florida Cattle Enhancement Board and UF-IFASApril 17, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Provides Funding For Quicker Response to Research QuestionsApril 10, 2026Florida Cattle …