Legislative News

Sep. 29, 2023
USDA’s New Crop Insurance for Tropical Storms Benefits Producers Impacted by Idalia

Sep. 28, 2023
USDA Launches Program to Support Producers, Farmworkers

Sep. 27, 2023
USDA to Measure Florida, Georgia Fruit Chemical Usage

Sep. 21, 2023
Farm Bill Update: What Happens if New Legislation is Not Finalized?

Sep. 20, 2023
GFVGA Optimistic New Farm Bill in Place by End of Year
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September 28, 2023
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September 28, 2023
What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates

September 28, 2023
Bayer Expands Fruits, Vegetables Business to Strawberries

September 28, 2023
GFVGA Concerned About DOL’s Proposed Rule Changes

September 28, 2023
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Tomato Suspension Agreement Update: Comment Period for DOC Open Through Oct. 23
By Clint Thompson Is the Tomato Suspension Agreement reducing injury by Mexican imports to the U.S. industry? Michael Schadler, executive…

Target Spot in Tomato: Growers Can Be More Efficient with Fungicide Sprays
By Clint Thompson Florida tomato growers need to be more efficient with their fungicide sprays for target spot disease. According…

Florida Ag Expo to Feature Tailgating Experience for Exhibitors, Attendees
By Clint Thompson The upcoming Florida Ag Expo event, scheduled for Thursday, Nov. 9, will feature a new format for…

USDA to Measure Florida, Georgia Fruit Chemical Usage
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is planning to interview almost 800 fruit growers from…

Commissioner Simpson Announces Cost-Share Assistance for Producers Impacted by Hurricane Idalia
TALLAHASSEE, Fla. – Florida Commissioner of Agriculture Wilton Simpson announced last week a cost-share assistance program to support producers severely impacted…

Chief Meteorologist: Slower Moving Storms Can Create Chain Reaction of Devastation
By Clint Thompson The slower a storm system moves through the Southeast, the increased likelihood of additional rainfall for the…
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AFVGA Annual Conference, Tradeshow Scheduled for Feb. 14-16, 2024
By Clint Thompson Alabama fruit and vegetable growers and industry leaders should mark their calendars for the Alabama Fruit and…

Always Seeking Alternatives
By Frank Giles Farmers, by nature, are industrious and curious about finding new ways to become more efficient and profitable.…

It’s Dry Out There: Most of Alabama Experiencing Drought-Like Conditions
Hot and dry conditions remain prevalent across the Southeast. Drought-like conditions are observed across various areas of Alabama, Florida and…

UF/IFAS MREC Looks for Growth Under New Leadership
By Clint Thompson The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences Mid-Florida Research and Education Center (MREC) has…

UF/IFAS Research: Muscadine Grapes Get New Recipe for Success from Specialists
Florida’s native grape, the muscadine, has long held a reputation for being an acquired taste. Juicy and sweet with a…

Pecan Harvests Commencing Across Southeast
By Clint Thompson Pecan harvests are commencing for early varieties across Georgia and Alabama. Growers should be mindful of last-minute…
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Alabama

Sep. 26, 2023
AFVGA Annual Conference, Tradeshow Scheduled for Feb. 14-16, 2024

Sep. 20, 2023
AFVGA Leader: More Research Dollars Needed for Automation in Next Farm Bill

Sep. 13, 2023
Drought Monitor: Southern Alabama in Need of Rainfall

Aug. 31, 2023
Farm Bill Has Multifaceted Effects on Alabamians

Aug. 30, 2023
Hurricane Sally Aftermath: Alabama Pecan Crop Down
Florida

Sep. 29, 2023
UF/IFAS Facilities Rebuild from Hurricane Idalia with Help from Volunteers, Emergency Response Crews

Sep. 28, 2023
In Comparison: Hurricane Idalia Financial Impact Less Than Ian, Irma

Sep. 27, 2023
Tomato Suspension Agreement Update: Comment Period for DOC Open Through Oct. 23

Sep. 27, 2023
Target Spot in Tomato: Growers Can Be More Efficient with Fungicide Sprays

Sep. 26, 2023
Commissioner Simpson Announces Cost-Share Assistance for Producers Impacted by Hurricane Idalia
Georgia

Sep. 28, 2023
GFVGA Concerned About DOL’s Proposed Rule Changes

Sep. 22, 2023
Pecan Harvests Commencing Across Southeast

Sep. 20, 2023
GFVGA Optimistic New Farm Bill in Place by End of Year

Sep. 15, 2023
Be on the Lookout for Invasive Spotted Lanternfly

Sep. 15, 2023
What Are Vidalia Onion Producers Planning for This Season?
North Carolina

Aug. 18, 2023
N.C. State to Host Fiber Hemp Meeting

Aug. 09, 2023
Charlotte Regional Farmers Market to Host Watermelon Day on Aug. 11

Aug. 02, 2023
Applications Open for N.C. State Fair Farm Family of the Day Program

Jul. 25, 2023
North Carolina Tomato Growers Association Plans Referendum

Jul. 20, 2023
Robert G. Shaw Piedmont Triad Farmers Market to host Watermelon Day June 21
South Carolina

Sep. 28, 2023
What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates

Sep. 20, 2023
What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates

Sep. 14, 2023
What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates

Sep. 07, 2023
What’s Going on? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates

Aug. 30, 2023