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USDA Awards Peanut Butter Bids to Support Child Nutrition Programs The U.S. Department of Agriculture has announced the awarding of new peanut butter bids as part of its ongoing support for child nutrition programs and other domestic food distribution efforts. The awards were issued through the USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) Commodity Procurement Program under solicitation number 1071. These commodity …
Georgia Peanut Deliveries Near Completion as Market Holds Steady The Federal State Inspection Service across Georgia is reporting continued progress in the state’s peanut harvest, with producers delivering a total of 3,496,000 tons of peanuts so far this season. That figure represents 93.6% of the current crop estimate, indicating the harvest is nearing completion but remains slightly behind last year’s …
Southern Ag Today has released its annual review of the past crop year, offering a detailed look at the realities row crop producers faced across the Southeast. According to the publication, “row crop producers across the south faced another difficult year in 25.” Weather remained one of the most significant challenges, creating major variability in yields from one region to …
As the 2025 peanut crop year wraps up, producers across the Southeast continue to make steady progress in harvest and preparations for the year ahead. According to the latest update, “We’re checking the peanut market. We’re still harvesting peanuts, believe it or not, and now we’re about 90 percent complete.” Despite being late in the year, a small portion of …
Peanut Farmers Wrap Up Harvest as Global Oversupply Continues Peanut farmers across the U.S. are finishing harvest, working to get the last of the peanuts in before cold weather arrives. Domestic demand remains steady, but all eyes are on the global export market, where oversupply continues to shape prices and future planting decisions. As one broker explained, “the peanut oversupply… …
China Suspends Retaliatory Tariffs, Giving U.S. Peanut Farmers a Boost Peanut farmers across the United States are watching global markets closely as peanuts come in from the fields and head into warehouses for shelling. This year’s crop arrives during a period of shifting international trade dynamics—changes that could bring some welcome relief for growers. One of the most important players …
National Peanut Board Unveils Ambitious 26–28 Strategic Plan After Record Crop Well peanut farmers have produced a record crop this year. Now, their grower-funded National Peanut Board is beginning the next chapter in launching of a 26–28 strategic plan. The organization is setting a bold course for the future of U.S.-grown peanuts, strengthening both market demand and industry collaboration during …
American Peanut Council Expands Sustainable U.S. Peanuts Initiative for the 2025 Crop Year While peanut farmers are wrapping up the 2025 crop, sustainability efforts across the U.S. peanut sector continue to gain momentum. The American Peanut Council has announced the next phase of its multi-year sustainability project, reinforcing the industry’s commitment to transparency, responsible production, and ongoing improvement. As the …
National Peanut Board Launches 2026–2028 Strategic Plan The National Peanut Board, funded by Grower Checkoff Funds, is embarking on a new chapter with the launch of its 2026–2028 strategic plan. The plan is designed to strengthen the peanut industry, support farming families, and expand consumer engagement. Execution of the plan will begin in January 2026. Key Features of the Strategic …
USDA Releases 2025 Peanut Crop Estimates: Record Year Ahead for the Southeast Despite recent disruptions in Washington, the USDA Ag Statistics Service has released its 2025 peanut crop estimate, offering an early look at expected acreage, yields, and total production across key Southeastern states. Based on interviews with farmers and verified FSA acreage reports, the numbers point to a strong …
