Legislative News
Mar. 13, 2024
Sens. Rick Scott and Mike Crapo Urge Freeze to Ag Wage Rate
Mar. 11, 2024
Commissioner Wilton Simpson Highlights Legislative Achievements for Florida Agriculture
Jan. 17, 2024
Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson, Legislative Leaders Launch Hurricane Idalia Recovery Programs for Florida Farmers
Vidalia Onion Field Day Scheduled for April 4
Georgia Vidalia onion producers and industry leaders should mark their calendars for the annual Vidalia Onion Field Day, scheduled for…
Abnormally Dry Conditions Minimal Across SE
Last fall should seem like a long time ago for specialty crop producers in the Southeast (SE). An extended drought…
Growers Must Settle for HLB-Tolerant Trees While Waiting for Resistance
The dream of citrus varieties being totally resistant to huanglongbing (HLB) disease (citrus greening) is still a distant reality for…
Georgia Ag Commissioner Announces April 17 Pack Date for Vidalia Onions
Atlanta, GA – The start of Vidalia onion season is almost here, with the official pack date announced by the…
UGA School: Reminder About How Costly Pecan Production Can Be
By Clint Thompson The University of Georgia (UGA) Pecan School on Wednesday educated potential producers and served as a reminder…
Sen. Ossoff Launches Inquiry Into USDA’s Farm Labor Survey Calculations
Washington, D.C. — U.S. Senator Jon Ossoff has launched an inquiry into how the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) conducts…
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South Florida Pest and Disease Hotline: Whitefly Update
Whitefly infestations are increasing across vegetable fields in central and southern Florida, according to the South Florida Pest and Disease…
UGA Research Centered on Anthracnose in Cucurbits
By Clint Thompson A research grant targeting anthracnose disease in cucurbit crops has one University of Georgia scientist studying irrigation…
Rain Impact: Sweet Corn Production Increasing Following Slow Start
By Clint Thompson Florida sweet corn volume should ramp up during the first couple of weeks of April. The increased…
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Upcycling Crop Waste to High-Value Products
By Edmar Ramos de Oliveira Filho As the transition away from fossil fuels occurs, efforts to move from a linear…
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Weekly Field Update Clemson Extension agents provide updates in The South Carolina Grower this week about the status of various…
Conference to Examine Policy Issues Facing Agribusiness Leaders
This year’s Florida Agricultural Policy Outlook Conference will examine critical policy issues facing agribusiness leaders and provide valuable economic insights…
Specialized News
Alabama
Mar. 12, 2024
Alabama Peach Trees in Better Position to Withstand Potential Freeze Event
Mar. 06, 2024
Alabama Strawberries Progressing Well
Mar. 04, 2024
Abnormally Dry Conditions Present in Southeast
Feb. 19, 2024
El Niño Helps Alleviate Dry Conditions Across SE
Feb. 16, 2024
Weather Challenges for Strawberry Producers in North Alabama
Florida
Mar. 27, 2024
UF/IFAS Research: Nitrogen Recommendations for Evergreen Blueberries Being Studied
Mar. 27, 2024
Who’s Feeling Nutty? UF/IFAS Macadamia Research Needs Volunteer Producers
Mar. 27, 2024
UF Web-Based System Launches ‘Climate Indicators Tool’ to Help Producers
Mar. 26, 2024
What’s Next? Management Tips for North Florida Watermelon Producers
Mar. 22, 2024
South Florida Pest and Disease Hotline: Whitefly Update
Georgia
Mar. 26, 2024
Georgia Vegetable Producers Vote to Continue Commission Checkoff
Mar. 26, 2024
‘The Psyllids Will Like Georgia Just Fine’
Mar. 26, 2024
Unified Pecan Industry is Better for All Involved
Mar. 26, 2024
Vidalia Onion Field Day Scheduled for April 4
Mar. 22, 2024
Georgia Ag Commissioner Announces April 17 Pack Date for Vidalia Onions
South Carolina
Mar. 21, 2024
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Mar. 15, 2024
What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Mar. 08, 2024
How’s It Looking? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Feb. 28, 2024
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Weekly Update
Feb. 22, 2024