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Hurricane Recovery Doesn't End When the Storm Passes
Southeast Regional Ag News
As the Southeast faces another round of hurricane cleanup, Georgia farmers are receiving long-awaited Hurricane Helene relief notifications. Applicants are urged to check their email.
Georgia Helene Block Grant Payments Expected This Fall
Southeast Regional Ag News
More than $900 million has been requested against roughly $531 million in available disaster assistance.
Florida Names Permanent Leadership for Agricultural Water Policy Office
Southeast Regional Ag News
Jessica Ferris appointed director as Megan Seward continues as assistant director, guiding Florida's agricultural water and conservation efforts.
The Wait for Vidalias Is Almost Over
Southeast Regional Ag News
April 13 launches the short but celebrated season for Georgia’s famously sweet and versatile onions.
Celebrating a Champion for School Meals
Southeast Regional Ag News
The Alabama School Nutrition Association recognized Commissioner Rick Pate as Friend of the Year for helping connect local farmers with school cafeterias through the state’s Farm to School Incentive Program.
Florida Program Helps Landowners Combat Southern Pine Beetle Threat
Southeast Regional Ag News
Applications are open through November 14 for Florida’s 2025 Southern Pine Beetle Assistance and Prevention Program.
Georgia Secures $531 Million in Federal Relief for Hurricane Helene Recovery
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announce new block grant program to support farmers, timber producers, and rural communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Florida, Alabama, and Georgia Announce Ag Milestones
Southeast Regional Ag News
From new Hall of Fame inductees to dairy expansion and rural development leadership, agriculture is making headlines across the Southeast.
Harper Joins National Effort to Secure U.S. Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia ag commissioner joins national leaders to strengthen protections for U.S. farmland and food systems.
Georgia Cracks Down on Hemp Oil Theft
Southeast Regional Ag News
A high-profile investigation reinforces that criminal activity has no place in Georgia agriculture.
Heat Wave Hazards: Protecting Livestock in the Southeast
Southeast Regional Ag News
With triple-digit heat indices expected, producers across Georgia, Florida, and Alabama are urged to guard against animal heat stress.
Peaches Without Borders: Georgia Grown Heads South
Southeast Regional Ag News
For the first time in nearly three decades, Georgia peaches are cleared for export to Mexico thanks to cutting-edge cold-pasteurization technology.
Georgia Ag Commissioner Named to National Council
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia’s Tyler Harper joins 11 ag leaders nationwide on a new council formed by the America First Policy Institute to advance pro-farmer policies across the U.S.
Act Now to Control Yellow-Legged Hornets
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler J Harper is urging residents to remain vigilant for Yellow-legged Hornet (YLH) embryo nests as spring approaches.
Alabama Launches "Thank a Farmer" Campaign
Southeast Regional Ag News
The campaign aims to boost public appreciation for farmers and highlight the origins of our food.
GA Department of Ag Regains Status as Law Enforcement Agency
Southeast Regional Ag News
On Monday, Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announced that the Georgia Department of Agriculture has successfully regained its status as a Law Enforcement agency.
Change of Leadership at Helm of GA Department of Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
After more than a decade, Gary Black’s time as Georgia Agriculture Commissioner is ending
Commissioner of Agriculture Asks Ag Producers to Speak Against Trade Wars
Colorado Ag Today
Commissioner Brown Fears Trade Wars Will Hurt Already Vulnerable Producers