Peanut Research

Peanut Research and Education Award Presented

At the USA Peanut Congress held in Florida this past week, the Peanut Research and Education Award was presented. Dr. Marshall Lamb out of Dawson, Georgia was the winner. He has been serving in that capacity for about 35 years. He has conducted research that has improved the profitability, sustainability, and competitiveness of the U.S. peanut industry. He is the …

USA Peanut Congress

The USA Peanut Congress Presents Lifetime Achievement Awards

The USA Peanut Congress this past week, sponsored by the American Peanut Council and the American Peanut Shellers, honored leaders in the company and the peanut industry with a Lifetime Achievement Award. The winners were Lewis Carter, Lewis M. Carter Jr., Chairman Emeritus of the Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing Company based in Donaldsonville, Georgia. During his 38 years as Chairman …

USA Peanut Congress

Hall of Fame Recipient Honored at USA Peanut Conference

The American Peanut Council and the Peanut Shellers Association held a joint convention this past week at the USA Peanut Congress. The Hall of Fame was named for this past year. The Hall of Fame award is given to the person that has been a significant, substantial, and long-time standing individual promoting the peanut industry. The winner this year was …

Peanut Efficiency Awards

Peanut Efficiency Awards Nominations Now Open

The 27th Annual Peanut Efficiency Awards are now accepting nominations to celebrate peanut growers who have achieved the highest yields using the regenerative practices and mostly for the lowest price. Hosted by the Farm Press, this prestigious recognition honors farmers across the peanut belt who balance productivity, sustainability, and smart farm management. Each year, four outstanding growers from all across the country are selected …

Georgia Peanut Farm Show

Georgia Peanut Farm Show Awards Recap

Georgia Peanut Farm Show Draws Over 1,000 Farmers, Honors Industry Leaders The Georgia Peanut Farm Show in Tifton proved to be a major success, drawing more than 1,000 farmers from across the peanut belt. Held at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center, the event showcased the strength and innovation of Georgia’s peanut industry while providing growers with valuable …