Vegetable Growers Cutting Back on Acreage

Gary Cooper Specialty Crops, Vegetables

In this report, news out of USDA about trends in vegetable production in the U S in light of increasing challenges in production and marketing costs. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

John Deere Specialty Tractors

Randall Weiseman General, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

John Deere is really focusing on specialty markets for tractors these days. Starting next week they will be on the road showcasing the products during the Drive Green event which will be held at various locations in Florida. Note, the earlier announcement of Belle Glade as the Dec 5 location has been changed to Okeechobee on that same date. Dec …

EPA Proposal Would Affect Agriculture

Randall Weiseman Alabama, Cattle, Dairy, Field Crops, Florida, General, Georgia, Livestock, Pork, Specialty Crops

A new proposal from the Environmental Protection Agency has agriculture officials nationwide worried and thus all farmers are urged to send a message to EPA letting them know how regulation of greenhouse gasses under the Clean Air Act would adversely affect their operation. But you must do this by this Friday, November 28th to meet the EPA’s comment deadline. Comments …

Finalized Program for SE Fruit and Veg Conference

Randall Weiseman Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The SE Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference, sponsored by the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Association and South Carolina Peach Conference, has finalized its speaker and workshop schedule for the upcoming event in January. Register and find out more here. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

GA Watermelon Assoc Annual Meeting Jan 29 – Feb 1, 2009

Gary Cooper Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

The Georgia Watermelon Association is currently making plans for their annual meeting and Watermelon Queen Contest to be held January 29 – February 1, 2009 at the Lake Blackshear Resort and Golf Club in Cordele, Georgia. The event offers exhibits, networking and recreational opportunities, and educational sessions designed to bring the most up-to-date and relevant information to the watermelon industry. …

SE Regional Fruit & Veggie Conference Jan 9-11, Savannah, GA

Gary Cooper Alabama, Florida, General, Georgia, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

SE Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference Announces Sold Out Trade Show The SE Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference, sponsored by the Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Association and South Carolina Peach Council, announces the 2009 trade show has been completely sold out. The trade show provides conference attendees the opportunity to compare products, talk with industry representatives, observe demonstrations, and learn …

Potato Expo

Randall Weiseman Specialty Crops

The National Potato Council is holding the first ever National Potato expo in San Antonio this coming January, according to Roger Mix, a grower from Colorado who is currently vice president of the council. Find out more on their website www.potato-expo.com. Listen to report here: Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers …

Deadline Reminders

Randall Weiseman General, Peanuts, Specialty Crops

Today Tyron Spearman reminds of us a couple of deadlines coming soon, one dealing with crop insurance and another on the 10-acre rule. Sponsored ContentWhat Sets Provysol® Fungicide ApartJuly 8, 2025CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2025Nuseed Carinata Covers New GroundOctober 1, 2024

Growers-Get ready for “DRIVE GREEN”!

Gary Cooper Alabama, Beef, Cattle, Citrus, Cotton, Dairy, Equine, Florida, Forestry, General, Georgia, Nursery Crops, Poultry, Specialty Crops, Vegetables

John Deere is about ready to kick off its series of events throughout much of the eastern part of the U S to promote its new line of tractors and equipment for specialty crops. The first four events are “previews” that will be held in Florida in early December, where growers and customers will have a hands-on chance to “Drive …