USDA released their final crop estimate for the 2016 peanut crop today, and according to Tyron Spearman, the numbers are lower than they were in the previous report.
Peanut Agronomist Offers Recommendations for Growers
Tyron Spearman recently talked with University of Georgia peanut agronomist, Dr. Bob Kemerait, who had recommendations for peanut growers before this year’s planting season.
U.S. Peanut Exports Continue to Set New Records
The latest numbers indicate that U.S. peanut exports continue to set new records. Tyron Spearman reports the Foreign Agriculture Service (FAS) is reporting exports were up over 58% from January through October, 2016.
Study Promotes Early Introduction of Peanut Products to Infants
New clinical guidelines released this week support health care providers in early introduction of peanut-products to infants to prevent the development of peanut allergy. Tyron Spearman has the story.
Peanut Price Update.
Tyron Spearman has this week’s peanut price update.
Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference set for Thursday, Jan. 19
Producers can improve the bottom-line of their farming operation with knowledge, connections and information gained at the 41st annual Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference, held at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center, Jan. 19, 2017, from 8:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Peanut farmers and those involved in the peanut industry will be able to learn more about …
Peanut Supplies are Dropping
The latest Peanut Stocks and Processing report is showing that stocks of peanuts in commercial storage as of the end of November 30 are down over 12 percent. Tyron Spearman has those numbers, along with information showing that the industry maintained increases in peanut candy usage and peanut butter.
After Record Year, Peanut Exports Slowing
U.S. peanut exports are slowing, as latest numbers show peanuts and major product exports are down 1 percent. Tyron Spearman has the details.
Peanut Vendor Chats with Consumers
The National Peanut Board secured a few moments with the anonymous Peanut Vendor who runs the Board’s new Twitter and Instagram handles (@PeanutsHere). Tyron Spearman has more information about the hilarious vendor.
Peanut Count and Price Update
Tyron Spearman has a look at the latest peanut count and where contract prices currently stand.