Author Archives: Joy Crosby

Senators Isakson, Perdue Fight Harmful EPA Power Grab

Posted on November 6, 2015 by Joy Crosby

WASHINGTON (Nov. 4, 2015) – U.S. Senators Johnny Isakson, R-Ga., and David Perdue, R-Ga., today voted to disapprove and overturn the President Obama’s onerous “Waters of the United States” regulation, calling the rule a massive federal land grab by the … Continue reading →

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Georgia Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall campaigning to be next AFBF President

Posted on October 7, 2015 by Joy Crosby

Georgia Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall is traveling the country campaigning to become president of the American Farm Bureau Federation. A third-generation Georgia farmer and lifetime member of the Georgia Farm Bureau, Duvall is ready to lead the AFBF and … Continue reading →

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UGA climatologist cautions Georgia farmers about impending El Niño weather pattern

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Joy Crosby

An impending El Niño weather pattern could negatively impact Georgia farmers’ abilities to harvest their peanut and cotton crops, according to University of Georgia climatologist Pam Knox. “I think that, for the next three weeks or so, after the current … Continue reading →

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Peanut tour showcases Georgia’s 2015 crop

Posted on October 5, 2015 by Joy Crosby

The top peanut-producing state in the country showcased its 2015 crop during the annual Georgia Peanut Tour, which was held Sept. 15-17. The University of Georgia, along with the Georgia Peanut Commission, coordinated the three-day tour, which allowed participants to … Continue reading →

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UGA Extension peanut agronomist Scott Monfort optimistic about Georgia’s crop

Posted on September 11, 2015 by Joy Crosby

A week before Georgia’s annual Peanut Tour, University of Georgia Cooperative Extension peanut agronomist Scott Monfort is optimistic about the state’s peanut crop. “I think the majority of the crop is above average. I think we’re going to yield very … Continue reading →

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USDA seeks nominees for Peanut Standards Board

Posted on August 19, 2015 by Joy Crosby

WASHINGTON, July 9, 2015 — The U.S. Department of Agriculture is seeking nominations for peanut producers and industry representatives to serve on the Peanut Standards Board. The board consists of 18 members with representation equally divided between peanut producers and industry … Continue reading →

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EPA proposes stronger standards for people applying the pesticides with the greatest risk

Posted on August 6, 2015 by Joy Crosby

Washington (Aug. 5, 2015) – Today, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) is proposing stronger standards for pesticide applicators who apply “restricted-use” pesticides.  These pesticides are not available for purchase by the general public, require special handling, and may only … Continue reading →

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July/August 2015 issue of the Southeastern Peanut Farmer

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Joy Crosby

The July/August 2015 issue of the Southeastern Peanut Farmer is now available online. Click here! This issue features the: 2015 Harvest Guidebook Scouting peanut fields for pests U.S. trade mission to China USA Peanut Congress awards Georgia Peanut Tour set … Continue reading →

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Morris and Koehler appointed to USDA committees on agricultural trade

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Joy Crosby

TIFTON, Ga. (July 9, 2015) U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and United States Trade Representative Michael Froman recently announced the appointment of Brenda Morris, peanut farmer from Ocilla, Georgia, to the Agricultural Policy Advisory Committee (APAC) and Don … Continue reading →

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Farm Credit to Offer Free Financial Training for Local Farmers

Posted on July 9, 2015 by Joy Crosby

AgGeorgia Farm Credit and AgSouth Farm Credit are pleased to announce that both Associations are offering AGAware® workshops this summer.  AGAware is a national award-winning program whose purpose is to promote and educate the next generation of farmers.  Young, beginning, … Continue reading →

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