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Georgia Apple Growers Renew Commitment
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Producers vote to extend the Georgia Apple Commission Marketing Order for another three years.
Georgia Agriculture at a Glance
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From policy to markets, get the big picture in one powerful event.
A Big Pour for the Southeast
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Walmart opens a major milk processing facility in south Georgia.
Georgia Peanut Commission Welcomes Taylor Arnold as New Executive Director
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Stepping into the role January 1, 2026, Arnold succeeds longtime leader Don Koehler following more than four decades of service to Georgia’s peanut industry.
Georgia Regains HPAI-Free Status
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State leaders urge continued vigilance as Georgia’s poultry industry resumes HPAI-free operations under WOAH guidelines.
USDA to Purchase Surplus Fruit for Nutrition Programs
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USDA’s planned thirty million dollar fruit purchase is expected to draw close attention from citrus producers across the Southeast.
Southern Voices in Agriculture: Share Your Story
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Farmers, ranchers, educators, and ag professionals across the Southeast are encouraged to take part in the new national Women in Agriculture Study, open through March 31.
Agriculture Shines as Georgia National Fair Breaks Records
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The 36th annual Georgia National Fair drew more than 612,000 visitors to Perry, showcasing the best of Georgia agriculture, family fun, and community tradition.
Georgia’s Sonny Perdue Earns a Place in Ag History
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A moment of pride for Georgia and the entire Southeast as Chancellor Sonny Perdue joins America’s greatest champions of agriculture.
Proposed Visa Changes Could Cut Farm Labor Costs
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A new federal proposal could lower required farmworker wages and ease labor pressures across Georgia and the Southeast.
Football, Farming, and Southern Pride Collide in Statesboro
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The Georgia Department of Agriculture brings back the Georgia Grown Bowl, blending college football excitement with a celebration of the South’s farming roots.
Georgia Invests in Rural Vets with 2026 Loan Repayment Program
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Veterinarians can apply through October 15, 2025, to receive student loan assistance for serving rural Georgia communities.
Georgia Secures $531 Million in Federal Relief for Hurricane Helene Recovery
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USDA and Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper announce new block grant program to support farmers, timber producers, and rural communities impacted by Hurricane Helene.
Southern States Spotlight Farmers, Veterans, and Farmland Preservation
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Georgia, Alabama, and Florida roll out initiatives celebrating veterans, honoring farmers, and protecting agricultural land.
Kemp Leads South America Trade Mission to Boost Agriculture and Investment
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Georgia Governor Brian Kemp and state leaders met with business and farm interests in Brazil and Argentina to strengthen trade ties and expand opportunities for U.S. producers.
FFA Membership Soars Past One Million Again
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With Georgia and Florida among the top states, FFA celebrates 1,042,245 student members nationwide for 2024–25.
Commissioner Harper: Trade Deals a Win for Southeastern Ag
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Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Tyler Harper highlights recent Trump Administration trade agreements as a boost for farmers in Georgia, Florida, and Alabama.
Harper Joins National Effort to Secure U.S. Agriculture
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Georgia ag commissioner joins national leaders to strengthen protections for U.S. farmland and food systems.
Georgia Grown Chef Chelsia Green-Ogletree Wins Big on Chopped
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Southern flavor, local ingredients, and community impact take center stage on national TV.
Georgia Cracks Down on Hemp Oil Theft
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A high-profile investigation reinforces that criminal activity has no place in Georgia agriculture.