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International Paper Closing Plants and Senate Confirms Three USDA Nominees
The Agribusiness Update
International Paper will be closing its plants in Savannah and Riceboro by the end of the month, and the Senate confirms three nominees for critical USDA positions.
Vietnamese Textile Execs Get a Firsthand Look at U.S. Cotton
Southeast Regional Ag News
A week on the ground helped strengthen trade ties and highlight what makes U.S. cotton stand out.
Dairy Donations in Savannah and Farmers Being Financially Cautious
The Agribusiness Update
The International Dairy Foods Foundation and several leading dairy companies donated a truckload of milk and $10,000 to Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia food bank to address hunger in the greater Savannah area, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer decisions this year.
Georgia's Women in Ag Summit and AM for Every Vehicle Act Support
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia's Women in Ag Summit was a hit and the agricultural industry has been one of the biggest supporters of the “AM for Every Vehicle Act” since its introduction.
Southeast Produce Council to Meet in Orlando and Restaurant Equipment Challenges
The Agribusiness Update
One good meeting leads to another as Southeast Produce Council plans Southern Exposure meeting for March in Orlando, and Restaurants now facing supply chain challenges obtaining kitchen equipment.
Port of Savannah Tops and CFAP Deadline Coming
The Agribusiness Update
The Port of Savannah is the top port in the nation for the export of containerized agricultural goods, and the deadline to sign up for the Coronavirus Food Assistance Program payments is August 28th.