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Could the Next Breakthrough for Southeast Crops Already Be in Storage?
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA's $180 million Seed Sovereignty Initiative could help unlock valuable genetic traits for crops like peanuts, cotton, soybeans, and citrus.
Billions in Farm Income, But Costs Keep Climbing Across the Southeast
Southeast Regional Ag News
New USDA estimates put North Carolina among the nation's top states for farm income as rising production expenses keep pressure on agriculture across the region.
One Rainstorm, Three Very Different Reactions
Southeast Regional Ag News
Across Southeast cotton, peanut and pecan country, fall moisture can be a blessing, a headache or a little of both.
Rail Merger Raises Questions for Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Farm group cites consolidation concerns while Union Pacific points to reliability and market access.
Georgia Looks to Grow Rural Veterinary Care
Southeast Regional Ag News
Loan repayment program aims to bring veterinarians to communities facing critical shortages.
Peanuts and Cotton Feel the Squeeze
Southeast Regional Ag News
Lower projected revenues and higher input costs put more pressure on Southeast crop margins.
Could Volcanoes Help Southern Soil?
Southeast Regional Ag News
A Florida study is putting volcanic rock dust to the test on cropland and cattle pastures.
Pasture Mealybug Confirmed in Georgia
Southeast Regional Ag News
First confirmed case adds to concerns over the invasive grass pest across the Southeast.
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.
The Next Generation of Southern Agriculture
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia examines the future of family farms as Alabama honors a young farm family building for the next generation.
Southeast Summit Tackles Farmland Loss
Southeast Regional Ag News
Regional leaders will explore land access, profitability and keeping farms and forests in production.
USDA Backs $486.7 Million in Georgia Electric Upgrades
Southeast Regional Ag News
Oglethorpe Power will use the financing for improvements at 14 generation sites across Georgia.
Georgia Beef Producers Renew Commission Assessment
Southeast Regional Ag News
Beef producers approve continued $1-per-head assessment to fund research, education and promotion.
Georgia Meat Processors Gain Access to National Markets
Southeast Regional Ag News
USDA agreement allows eligible state-inspected processors to ship products across state lines.
Specialty Crop Growers: Have You Applied Yet?
Southeast Regional Ag News
The USDA Assistance for Specialty Crop Farmers Program is still accepting applications through local FSA offices and online.
Veteran Farmers Encouraged to Apply for National Recognition
Southeast Regional Ag News
The national award recognizes excellence in farming and community leadership among military veterans.
Peanut and Tree Nut Sector Delivers Billions in Economic Impact
Southeast Regional Ag News
First-ever PTNPA report measures the industry's contributions nationwide and by state.
Georgia Renews Call to Report Invasive Hornet Nests
Southeast Regional Ag News
Agriculture officials say public reporting remains one of the best tools for limiting the pest's spread
Georgia Farmers Put More Than $1.5 Million Behind New Research
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia cotton and peanut growers are investing heavily in research aimed at improving yields, fighting pests, and finding new market opportunities for producers across the Southeast.
Georgia Farmers Called to Lead
Southeast Regional Ag News
Georgia producers have until June 1 to seek nomination for key agricultural commodity commissions.