Disappointing Output: Georgia Peanut Yields Averaging 3,500 Pounds Per Acre

Clint Thompson Peanuts

By Clint Thompson A combination of various weather events has led Georgia’s peanut yields to decrease significantly this year. Scott Monfort, University of Georgia Extension peanut agronomist, said between the May rains, two hurricanes and cool fall weather, yields ended up much lower than expected. “When you talk about events that happened, everybody wants to concentrate on the two storms, …

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Promoting Peanuts in Schools

Dan Education, Peanuts

Peanut allergies are an issue the industry has been working on for quite a few years. But as Tyron Spearman reports, efforts have been underway to introduce peanuts to kids in schools. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board …

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Valor Award Recognizes Proven Performance in the Peanut Industry

Dan Peanuts, Pest/Pest Control

Many peanut growers know when they need help from a proven herbicide, Valor offers effective control on tough weeds like Palmer amaranth and waterhemp. Valent Territory Account Manager, John Altom, explained to Southeast AgNet’s Randall Weiseman how Valor got its start. He also points out how an award is given each year to those who show proven performance to the peanut industry. …

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Peanut Processor Files for Bankruptcy

Dan Economy, Peanuts

An Alabama peanut processor recently filed for bankruptcy. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026

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Tough Year for Peanut Prices

Dan Peanuts

The peanut market was hampered by various weather conditions this year. Tyron Spearman looks back at how the season progressed and where some contracts being offered currently stand. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage …

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Efforts Continue to Export More U.S. Peanuts

Dan Exports/Imports, Peanuts

Reverse trade missions are an effort to get more U.S. peanuts in other countries. Tyron Spearman explains how this project is working for peanut farmers here in the Southeast. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support …

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American Peanut Council Pleased with Accomplishments

Dan Peanuts

The American Peanut Council is pleased with various accomplishments this past year. Tyron Spearman has the story. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management PracticesMarch 6, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026

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Peanut Organizations Fighting Aflatoxin

Dan Peanuts, Research

Various peanut organizations have teamed together in the fight against aflatoxin. Tyron Spearman has more details about a recent event which updated the research efforts. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and Management …

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New Appointees to National Peanut Board

Dan Peanuts

It was recently announced that the U.S. Department of Agriculture named 9 members and 9 alternates to the National Peanut Board (NPB). Tyron Spearman has more details. The following members and alternates will serve terms until December 31, 2026: The following members and alternates will serve terms beginning January 1, 2025 to December 31, 2027: “Congratulations to the newly appointed Board members …

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Peanut Product Manufacturing Facility Opens in Alabama

Dan Alabama, Peanuts

It was recently announced that a new manufacturing facility which makes a well-known peanut butter product is now open in Alabama. Tyron Spearman has more details. Sponsored ContentValley Helps Growers Get The Most Out Of Every AcreMarch 19, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Builds Relationships Between Researchers and Cattle ProducersMarch 13, 2026Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Helps to Support Forage Development and …