American Peanut Council Holds Winter Conference

Clint Thompson Peanuts

The American Peanut Council (APC) recently held its virtual Winter Conference, where various items were discussed and new officers were added. Tyron Spearman has the details. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Peanut Exports Double in Last 10 Years

Dan Exports/Imports, Peanuts

Good news for U.S. peanut exports, as numbers show they have doubled over the last ten 10 years. Tyron Spearman runs through the latest figures. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Hurricanes Devastating on Alabama Cotton

Clint Thompson Alabama, Cotton, Weather

Weather once again played a pivotal role in Alabama’s cotton crop this season. Most notably, the southern part of the state was devastated by multiple hurricanes that reduced yields and crop quality in those areas, says Steve Brown, Alabama Extension cotton specialist. “I think in late summer we felt like we had a pretty good crop, above average, if not …

Georgia Ag Forecast to be Held Online Jan. 29

Dan Coronavirus, Education, Georgia, Industry News Release

(CAES) — Economists from the University of Georgia College of Agricultural and Environmental Sciences (CAES) will discuss the effects of COVID-19 on farming, highlight agritourism impacts in the state, and give a forecast of top commodities for the next year during the annual Georgia Ag Forecast. The live seminar will take place via Zoom webinar Friday, Jan. 29, beginning at …

GPC Executive Director on Peanut Farm Show Cancellation: Prudent Thing to do

Clint Thompson Georgia, Peanuts

The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) announced on Thursday the cancellation of next month’s Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference scheduled for Jan. 20-21. The announcement was made amid the ongoing coronavirus pandemic that has canceled farm shows and meetings across the country. Don Koehler, executive director of the GPC, was disappointed the decision had to be made but insists it …

Various Peanut Events Postponed or Cancelled

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Due to Covid-19, various peanut related events that were scheduled for next year have already been postponed or cancelled. Tyron Spearman runs through the list of those events, some just being announced this week. 2021 Alabama-Florida Peanut Trade Show Postponed (APPA) — The Alabama – Florida Peanut Trade Show scheduled for Feb. 4, 2021 in Dothan has been postponed until …

USDA/FAS Releases October Peanut Export Report

Dan Exports/Imports, Peanuts

USDA Foreign Agricultural Service has released the October peanut usage for peanuts that were exported to China and other countries. Tyron Spearman has all of the numbers and lets you know what has increased, as well as what has decreased for October. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …

Peanut Deliveries and Marketing Report

Dan Alabama, Economy, Florida, Georgia, Peanuts

The Federal State Inspection Service is reporting on peanut deliveries. There are still plenty of buying points across Georgia, Florida, and Alabama that are bring in peanuts a little bit late. Tyron Spearman has some nukmbers for you, along with other peanut news. Other marketing news across the board. They are still selling peanuts for Christmas. You might want to …

Peanut Stocks and Processing Report Shows Some Increases

Dan Economy, Peanuts

Peanut Stocks and Processing has has released more information on how peanuts are running in October. During the month peanut candy had a whopping increase. Tyron Spearman has all of the numbers on what has increased and what has decreased. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Price and McAllister Presented 2020 King Cotton Awards

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University of Georgia Cooperative Extension Service agents are an important resource for Georgia cotton farmers. Agents are known for delivering timely and accurate information, which is instrumental for the success of Georgia’s farmers. They also perform community specific research, education and outreach programs designed to help farmers maximize yields and efficiency. The Georgia Cotton Commission sponsored the King Cotton Awards to recognize …