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The Georgia Peanut Commission reminds peanut growers and industry leaders to mark their calendars for this year’s 27th Annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference, scheduled for July 21-23, at the Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort, Panama City Beach, Florida. This year’s conference offers farmers an opportunity to learn more about legislative issues, peanut promotions and production issues. The registration fee for …
The California Trail Helped Shape American Agriculture The California Trail remains one of the most important migration routes in American history and played a major role in the expansion of agriculture across the western United States. During the mid-1800s, thousands of settlers traveled west in search of fertile farmland, economic opportunity, and a new life beyond the Mississippi River. As …
For generations of American farmers, few names carried as much weight as International Harvester. From tractors and combines to trucks and industrial equipment, International Harvester helped transform agriculture from labor-intensive farming into the highly mechanized industry Americans recognize today. The company’s story is deeply connected to the growth of modern American agriculture and the technological advancements that changed farming forever. …
The Oregon Trail remains one of the most important transportation routes in American agriculture history. Stretching approximately 2,170 miles from Missouri to Oregon, the trail helped open the American West to settlers, farmers, ranchers, and traders during the 19th century. Its impact on agriculture, migration, and westward expansion helped shape the development of the United States. The Route of the …
Mother’s Day coming up on Sunday, sharing a poem I wrote some 35 years ago about mothers on the farm. She walks to the house with the mail under her arms, stopped by the clothesline where the sun feels warm. Another load ready to fold, the line is sagging from the weight of the load. She walks by the flowers that need …
With the passing of Georgia Congressman David Scott, who served on the House Agriculture Committee, he is being remembered for his time in service. Representative Dusty Johnson shared his thoughts on Scott’s passion for serving the people of Georgia. “There are not enough gentlemen in Congress, and David Scott and I had profound policy differences, but I never once, not for …
Markets closed, of course, on this Good Friday, giving us an opportunity to continue a long-time tradition as we share with you the Jelly Bean Prayer. Lots of jelly beans this weekend, maybe a little different meaning after the prayer. Red is for the blood he gave, green for the grass he made, yellow for his sun so bright, orange for the edge …
Most growers, shellers, brokers, and manufacturers involved in the U.S. peanut industry are members of the American Peanut Council (APC), a trade organization based in Alexandria, Virginia. This week, the council announced a major reorganization initiative under the leadership of its new president and CEO, Luke Blastein. According to the council, the reorganization is designed to strengthen alignment with the …
New Dietary Guidelines Released Amid Concerns Over America’s Chronic Health Crisis New Dietary Guidelines for Americans have been released as national leaders continue to sound the alarm over the state of public health in the United States. Dr. Ben Carson, who has been working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture as a national advisor for nutrition, health, and housing, addressed …
Leaders React to Release of New 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans The release of the new Dietary Guidelines for Americans for 2025–2030 is drawing reactions from lawmakers and federal health leaders, many of whom say the updated guidance represents a return to practical, science-based nutrition policy. The guidelines emphasize nutrient-dense foods, including protein, dairy, fruits, and vegetables, and are expected …
