Peanut harvest is underway across the Southeast. Tyron Spearman has an update of where things currently stand.
Today is National Peanut Day
Today is National Peanut Day, and Tyron Spearman has more details about the history of the important crop to Southeast growers.
Farmers Frustrated with High Input Costs
During a recent event, a Congressman who serves on the House Agriculture Committee, said farmers he hears from are frustrated with high input costs. Tyron Spearman has the story.
Face Lift for Peanut Monument
Efforts are underway to get the20-foot-tall peanut monument back up along Interstate 75 in Turner County, Georgia. After being toppled by Hurricane Michael in 2018, Tyron Spearman reports fundraising efforts to restore the landmark have been capped.
Training Peanut Inspectors
Efforts have been underway across the Southeast to train inspectors for this year’s peanut crop. Tyron Spearman has more information.
Growing Global Peanut Oil Market
The peanut oil market is growing globally, as changing times have brought this old idea back to light. Tyron Spearman has more information.
Peanut Events Coming Up
There are a couple of events coming up that growers may be interested in attending. Tyron Spearman has a look at what those are, along with an update concerning peanut markets right now.
Peanut Harvest Underway in Some Areas
USDA’s latest crop condition report indicates the peanut crop looks good in most areas of the Southeast. Tyron Spearman runs through the latest report, which also indicates harvest is underway in some areas.
Hoping Peanut Export Business Comes Back
While export of U.S. peanuts are good, many would like to see them come back to the levels they once were. Tyron Spearman looks at where they currently stand.
Where the Peanut Came From
It’s good to sometimes look back at where things actual got their start. Today, Tyron Spearman looks back at the peanut and peanut butter, and how they both began.