Category Archives: Alabama News

Between the Rows

Posted on August 14, 2026 by Joy Crosby

By July, the excitement of planting has settled into the reality of the growing season. The planters have been parked for weeks, and now comes the part of farming that requires perhaps the greatest amount of patience. The crop is … Continue reading →

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H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act – Peanut Farm Bill Provisions Explained

Posted on August 7, 2026 by Joy Crosby

On July 4, 2025, H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA), was signed into law following votes of approval by the U.S. Senate and U.S. House of Representatives. The primary purpose of a budget reconciliation bill is to … Continue reading →

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USPF Supports the Agricultural Act of 2026

Posted on August 4, 2026 by Joy Crosby

Aug. 4, 2026 – WASHINGTON, D.C. – The United States Peanut Federation (USPF) proudly supports the Agricultural Act of 2026 bill text released by U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR). The proposed legislation, commonly referred to as “Farm Bill … Continue reading →

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July/August 2026 – Southeastern Peanut Farmer

Posted on July 15, 2026 by Joy Crosby

The July/August 2026 issue of the Southeastern Peanut Farmer is now available online. Click here! This issue features: Growing the Future of Peanut Research 2026 Peanut Harvest Guidebook Georgia Peanut Tour set for Savannah area USA Peanut Congress held in … Continue reading →

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Alabama Peanut Producers Vote Overwhelmingly to Continue State Assessment

Posted on July 13, 2026 by Peyton Woods

Alabama peanut producers overwhelmingly voted to continue the state’s peanut assessment during the statewide referendum held Wednesday, June 24, with an almost 99 percent of participating growers voting in favor of continuing the producer-funded program. The referendum allows the Alabama … Continue reading →

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Respect the Field, Respect the Farmer

Posted on June 24, 2026 by Joy Crosby

  Throughout life, we all encounter individuals who show respect, or lack of respect, and those who become easily aggravated versus those who choose patience. Farming is no different. Farmers often deal with people who depend on them for food … Continue reading →

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New Utility Tax Exemption Brings Relief to Alabama Irrigated Agriculture

Posted on June 18, 2026 by Joy Crosby

  The Alabama House of Representatives passed legislation on the final day of the session to exempt certain agricultural operations from utility taxes. This move is expected to provide meaningful cost savings for producers across the state. SB 159, sponsored … Continue reading →

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Remembering What Matters: An Introduction to Dementia

Posted on June 16, 2026 by Joy Crosby

My grandmother Evelyn was a force of nature. She called me “honeybunch” and shared my childhood love of sparkly, dangly earrings. Her hair was a deep red, and she kept it that way through much of her older age. She … Continue reading →

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Alabama Irrigation Initiative Strengthens Farm Resilience in Unpredictable Conditions

Posted on June 10, 2026 by Joy Crosby

As weather patterns become increasingly unpredictable across Alabama, farmers are facing greater challenges when it comes to producing consistent, high-quality crops. Programs like the Alabama Irrigation Initiative are helping producers adapt by improving access to irrigation and promoting more efficient … Continue reading →

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Southern Peanut Growers Conference Set for July

Posted on June 8, 2026 by Joy Crosby

Mark your calendars for the 27th Annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference, July 21-23, 2026, at the Edgewater Beach & Golf Resort, Panama City Beach, Florida. This year’s conference offers farmers an opportunity to learn more about legislative issues, peanut promotions … Continue reading →

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