USDA Peanut Production Forecast Shows Gains in Acreage and Yields Across Southeast The USDA’s Agricultural Statistics Service has released its latest peanut production forecast for the upcoming year, and the outlook is strong for growers across the Southeast. With increases in both planted acreage and expected yields, the U.S. peanut industry is heading into harvest season with optimism. They’re showing …
USDA Releases Peanut Crop Estimates
USDA Forecasts Record-High Peanut Crop with Increases in Acreage and Yields The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has released its big crop estimate for the upcoming year, offering detailed projections across major U.S. commodities. Among the highlights is a strong year ahead for the nation’s peanut producers, with record-breaking figures in several key categories. Checking on peanuts first, they …
National Peanut Board Invests $38 Million to Eradicate Peanut Allergies
Believe it or not, the peanut farmers of America have invested 38 million dollars in research and education driving toward the eradication of peanut allergies. This historic commitment is being realized through the National Peanut Board’s Food Allergy Research Grant Program, which continues to gain momentum in 2025. The program is focused on advancing peanut allergy prevention, diagnosis, treatment, and …
Peanut Market Update: No New Contracts, Tariff Uncertainty, and Yield Concerns Impact 2025 Outlook
The U.S. peanut market remains unusually quiet in both domestic and international trade, as farmers and brokers alike await key announcements that could shape the rest of the season. No new peanut contracts have been issued so far this season, and that’s creating growing concern among growers who are still working off the limited contracts from earlier in the year. …
Southeast Farmers Prepare for Busy Week of Field Days and Industry Announcements
It’s a packed week ahead for Southeast farmers, with multiple field days and industry updates scheduled across Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. These events are essential for staying informed on the latest research, crop trends, and industry developments—especially for peanut and row crop producers. “Lots of important meetings coming up this week for farmers across the Southeast. First of all, on …
Peanut Checkoff Upcoming Plans
National Peanut Board Announces Strategic Plans to Boost Peanut Demand Nationwide Peanut farmers across the U.S. contribute annually to a checkoff program designed to promote peanuts and peanut products on a national scale. This program is led by the National Peanut Board (NPB), headquartered in Atlanta, and the organization recently held a planning meeting with a number of exciting updates …
Matter of Survival: Georgia Peanut Producers Trying to Stay Viable with High Acreage
By Clint Thompson Georgia peanut acreage is around 940,000 acres this year, a substantial increase from last year’s 850,000 and the 685,000 in 2022. Growers are trying to survive from one year to the next, says Scott Monfort, University of Georgia Extension peanut agronomist. He discussed the crop at the recent Southern Peanut Growers Conference in Panama City Beach, Florida. …
Peanut Field Days Announced
Peanut Field Days Announced Across the Southeast – Don’t Miss These Key Crop Updates Get the latest on peanut varieties, weed management, and disease control at upcoming field days in Florida, Georgia, and Alabama. If you really want to know what’s happening with the 2025 peanut crop, the best place to get firsthand information is at one of the many …
USDA Reports 92% of U.S. Peanut Crop Now Pegging: Georgia Leads with 96%
According to the latest report from the National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) of the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the 2025 U.S. peanut crop is estimated at 92% pegging, just slightly above the five-year average of 90%. This milestone indicates that the national peanut crop is on track and progressing well as growers move through the heart of the growing …
Valor Awards Honor Leaders in the Peanut Industry at Southern Peanut Growers Conference
John Powell and Ken Barton Recognized for Lifelong Service and Advocacy At the recent Southern Peanut Growers Conference held in Florida, two outstanding leaders in the peanut industry were honored with the prestigious Valor Awards, presented by Valent U.S.A. The awards ceremony was led by John Alton, who defined the significance of the award as recognizing “great courage in the …








