Peanut Farmers Looking for Their Bonus

Dan Economy, Peanuts

Peanut farmers always look for a bonus if their peanuts brought more more than their contract. That’s what has happened this past year. Tyron Spearman explains what the bonus is all about, and what they are expected to receive. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Upcoming Peanut and Vegetable Crop Meetings

Dan Field Crops, Peanuts, Vegetables

There are several upcoming meetings taking place for peanut and vegetable crop producers to consider attending. Tyron Spearman gives us a rundown on these meetings. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

Chances of Contracting 2023 Peanut Crop

Dan Peanuts

Normally this time of year the peanut market is active as farmers are gearing up to contract their 2023 peanuts. Tyron Spearman reports what is really happening with the matrekt at this time. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

U.S. Congress Passes Omnibus Appropriations Bill

Dan Agri-Business, Funding, Legislative, Peanuts

Includes USPF Supported Peanut Projects (USPF/Jan. 3, 2023/Washington, D.C.) — The U.S. Congress has passed the $1.7 trillion Fiscal Year (FY) 2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill. The Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2023 consists of all 12 FY23 appropriation bills, including the $25.5 billion Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration, and Related Agencies funding bill. Included in the bill are peanut provisions …

Peanut Industry Supports New Omnibus Bill

Dan Economy, Peanuts

Many in agriculture are pleased that both the U.S. Senate and U.S. House passed the fiscal year 2023 Omnibus Appropriations bill before taking their Christmas break. Tyron Spearman reports that includes the peanut industry. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024

USDA and USTR Seek New Trade Advisory Committee Members

Dan Agri-Business, Trade

The Department of Agriculture (USDA) and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) are accepting applications for new members to serve on agricultural trade advisory committees. Members of the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee advise the administration on implementing and enforcing existing U.S. trade agreements, negotiation of new agreements, and other trade policy matters. Members of the six Agricultural Technical …

Georgia Peanut Commission Sponsoring Upcoming Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl

Clint Thompson Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC)

By Clint Thompson The upcoming Chick-fil-A Peach Bowl is not just an opportunity for the Georgia Bulldogs to advance to the National Championship game. It provides the Georgia Peanut Commission another chance to do what it does best – promote Georgia peanuts. Joy Crosby, assistant executive director with the Georgia Peanut Commission, discusses the importance of her organization promoting such …

APC Working with USDA on Sustainability

Dan Peanuts

When it comes to sustainability in the peanut industry, the American Peanut Council (APC) is working with the U.S. Department of Agriculture. Tyron Spearman explains how and why. To learn more visit www.sustainableuspeanuts.org. Peanut Growers: If you’d like to participate in this initiative, sign up now. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril …

Peanut Growers Involved in Sustainability Program

Dan Peanuts

The American Peanut Council (APC) originally recruited 69 growers for a pilot program concerning sustainability. According to a story from Tyron Spearman, APC is now looking for more growers to take part in this program. Sponsored ContentNuseed Carinata Covers New GroundAugust 29, 2024CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2024TriEst Ag Group: Partners in ProfitabilityApril 1, 2024