Efforts are underway to secure enough folks to inspect peanuts during this year’s harvest. Tyron Spearman has the story.
Growers Invited to Field Tours
There are a variety of field tours coming up over the next couple of weeks across the Southeast. Tyron Spearman runs through the list of those events that growers may be interested in attending.
Peanut Awards Presented
During a recent joint meeting of the American Peanut Sheller’s Association and the National Peanut Buying Points Association, various awards were presented. Tyron Spearman has the details.
Peanut Consumption Running Lower than Earlier Thought
The latest numbers indicate consumption of peanuts may not be quite as much as what was earlier predicted. Tyron Spearman has the details.
Farm Bill Listening Sessions Continue
Another Farm Bill listening session took place, this time in Texas. Tyron Spearman has information about how the peanut industry was involved.
Peanut Pre-Harvest Meeting Next Week
A peanut Pre-Harvest Meeting will be held next Wednesday, August 2 at Lake Blackshear Resort in Cordele. According to a story from Tyron Spearman, speakers for that event have been announced.
Peanut Crop Update
Tyron Spearman has this week’s peanut crop update.
Peanut Export Update
Tyron Spearman has an update of where peanut exports currently stand.
Peanut Supplies May Surge
Peanut acreage this year ended up being more than what the March intentions had predicted. And according to Tyron Spearman, if we see an increase in harvested acreage, peanut supplies may surge.
Southern Peanut Growers Conference is This Week
The annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference will be held July 20-22 in Miramar Beach, Florida. Farmers will be able to learn more about peanut production, legislative issues, marketing and promotional efforts. Tyron Spearman has a look at what to expect at this year’s conference.