University of Georgia Extension Peanut Agronomist Dr. John Beasley has what he called a critically important message for growers before they start harvesting peanuts this year. Download Audio
Farm Advocate
Miss America is speaking out for farming. Everett Griner tells us about it. Download Audio
UGA Holds Cotton-Peanut Day
The University of Georgia Cotton and Peanut Research Field day took place near Tifton today as Tyron Spearman was there and has this report. Download Audio
Frustration with FTA Delay Growing in Other Countries
The frustration over the delay of the free trade agreements with Colombia, Panama and Korea is extending across our borders. Download Audio
Food Allergies by the Numbers
According to a recent study more U.S. children under the age of 18 have a food allergy than previously estimated. Download Audio
2011 UGA Cotton & Peanut Research Field Day Underway
The 2011 UGA Cotton & Peanut Research Field Day is underway as the annual event started at the University of Georgia’s Gibbs Farm and then will move over to UGA’s Lang and Rigdon Farms. A good crowd is on hand enjoying not only the information being provided, but also the cooler weather after the remnants of Tropical Storm Lee passed …
Need to Strengthen Crop Insurance & Argentina Planting More Peanuts
Today Tyron Spearman has information from a recent hearing where those particpating stressed the need to strengthen the crop insurance program along with an update on what’s happening in Argentina and how they look to plant more peanuts. Download Audio Download Audio
Disaster Deadlines Fast Approaching
With producers experiencing a challenging year, FSA administrator Bruce Nelson reminds them that the application deadline for several disaster assistance programs is coming up September 30, 2011. Download Audio
Prosperity Where?
Agriculture has had its problems too. Everett Griner explains. Download Audio
GCC Invites Producers to Attend UGA Field Day on Wednesday
Georgia Cotton Commission’s Richey Seaton invites all growers to attend the UGA Cotton and Peanut Field day this Wednesday, September 7, 2011. Download Audio