WASHINGTON – SBA Administrator Linda McMahon issued the following statement after the announcement of the Presidential disaster declaration for several counties in Florida affected by Hurricane Michael beginning Oct. 7, 2018. “The U.S. Small Business Administration is strongly committed to providing Florida residents with the most effective response possible to assist businesses, homeowners and renters with federal disaster loans. Getting …
Sunbelt Expo Preparing for 2018 Show
Some have wondered whether the annual Sunbelt Ag Expo will still be held after that monster storm known as Michael rolled through Southwest Georgia. Well, the answer is yes. According to the Sunbelt staff, thankfully the Expo grounds sustained only minimal damage from the storm. So exhibitor setup resumed Thursday afternoon, which allowed staff members time to make it safe …
Assessing Agricultural Damage in Georgia
Farmers and others involved in agriculture in Georgia have been busy assessing the damage to their crops and buildings after Hurricane Michael worked its way through the state. Some growers saw the wrath of Hurricane Michael, while others experienced Tropical Storm Michael. Staff with the Georgia Department of Agriculture toured some of the areas hit by the storm. Many acres …
Georgia NRCS Closing Offices due to Hurricane Michael
USDA’s Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) in Georgia is closing many of their offices along the path of Hurricane Michael. The status of office closures will be updated on the Georgia NRCS Website. Contact a local Georgia Field Office or Service Center here. Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida …
Working to Harvest Peanuts Before the Storm
With the approach of Hurricane Michael, Southeast peanut growers have been busy harvesting much of the crop that had already been dug before the storm hits. Tyron Spearman has the story. Working to Harvest Peanuts Before the Storm Sponsored ContentFlorida Senator Shares Origins of Florida Cattle Enhancement BoardNovember 14, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 8, 2025Florida Cattle Enhancement Board Plays Critical …
Hurricane Michael Will Affect Georgia Cotton Fields
As Hurricane Michael continues to make its presence known across the Southeast, it obviously will affect many acres of cotton nearing harvest. According to USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) weekly Crop Progress and Condition Report, as of this past Sunday, 88% of cotton bolls were open in Georgia, while only 12% of the crop had been harvested. And Georgia Cotton …
Georgia Department of Agriculture Responds to Threat of Hurricane Michael
Hurricane Michael is expected to have a severe inland impact in southwest and central Georgia beginning Wednesday morning through Thursday afternoon. The Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) is working closely with state, federal and industry partners to support the safety and comfort of Georgia citizens, their animals and our neighbors along the Gulf Coast fleeing the storm. Areas impacted by …
Peanut Celebrations Happening in October / Hampton Farms Expanding Peanut Operation
A lot of celebrations going on as peanut farmers trying to stay ahead of the storm and get as many peanuts in before Hurricane Michael moves into the area. Peanut Celebrations Happening in October / Hampton Farms Expanding Peanut Operation Celebrations are going on at the Georgia National Fair in Perry, Georgia. Continues through the 14th. The Sunbelt Ag Expo …
Georgia Grown Baby Barn at National Fair
During the annual Georgia National Fair, they are showcasing one of its newest attractions, the Georgia Grown Baby Barn. It is a live birthing center and nursery for farm animals, and a one-of-a-kind agricultural education exhibit designed to promote familiarity with Georgia’s animal agricultural industry by showcasing live births of cattle. Fairgoers have had the opportunity to see dairy calves born …
Livestock Shelters Open in Alabama in Preparation for Hurricane Michael
Hurricane Michael is expected to strike Florida’s Panhandle on Wednesday. In preparation for this intense storm, the Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) has been in contact with the Alabama Cooperative Extension System, Alabama Farmers Federation, Alabama Horse Council and the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumers Services to provide temporary sheltering facilities for evacuated livestock, including horses and …