USDA’s planted peanut acres estimate is a bit different from what peanut Extension specialists had estimated total planted peanut acreage to be. Tyron Spearman looks at the difference between the numbers.
Peanut Acreage Up 9 Percent
USDA’s National Agriculture Statistics Service released its 2017 planted acreage numbers, and according to this report from Tyron Spearman, peanut acreage in the United States is up 9 percent from last year.
The Increase in Peanut Acres is Needed
The increase in peanut acreage across the U.S. this year will be needed. According to a story from Tyron Spearman, this crop will be needed to meet both export and consumer demand.
Impact of Generic Base on Peanuts
During recent testimony concerning the Peanut Program, it was brought up to lawmakers that the generic base has not increased peanut acreage. Tyron Spearman has the story.
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