11 May 2018 In: News
With the recent dry weather in Alabama, Dr. Steve Li, Extension Weed Scientist, put together some timely information for farmers concerning herbicide application. These are his response to questions he has received from growers across the peanut belt. To read more click on the link: Herbicide applications in dryland peanuts under hot and dry conditions
25 April 2018 In: Peanuts & Your Health
The National Peanut Board has released new research that supports introducing peanuts to infants early to prevent peanut allergies. Visit preventpeanutallergies.org to learn more about the research.
9 April 2018 In: News
Mark your calendars for the 20th Annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference, July 19-21, 2018, at the Sandestin Golf & Beach Resort, Miramar Beach, Florida. This year’s conference offers farmers an opportunity to learn more about legislative issues, market growth, and production issues. The registration deadline is June 30. The registration fee increases by $50 on […]
In: News
The Auburn University Young Farmers and Auburn University Ag Council came together on March 30, 2018 at the ALFA Pavilion on Auburn University’s campus for the first ever PB&J Party. Over 30 College of Agriculture students divided into two teams to see who could make the most PB&J sandwiches in one hour. The winning team […]
14 February 2018 In: Peanuts & Your Health
PEANUTS ARE CERTIFIED AS “HEART-HEALTHY” FOOD BY THE AMERICAN HEART ASSOCIATION’S HEART CHECK PROGRAM Eating a Handful of Peanuts Daily Can Cut Your Risk of Heart Disease in Half The American Heart Association has certified some brands of oil roasted salted peanuts with the Heart-Check mark, making it easier for consumers to identify Peanuts […]
In: Legislative News News
Congress cleared a budget agreement and disaster-aid package that has a significant impact on farmers for the 2018 crop year. The budget agreement passed the House by a vote of 240 to 186 and passed the Senate by a vote of 71 to 28. The President has also signed the legislation. Read full press […]
19 January 2018 In: News
The 13th annual Alabama-Florida Peanut Trade Show is fast approaching. This year’s show will be held Thursday, Feb. 8, 2018, at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds, located on Hwy. 231 South in Dothan, Alabama. Sponsored by the Alabama Peanut Producers Association and the Florida Peanut Producers Association, the one-day event offers farmers a full day […]
15 January 2018 In: News
Two Alabama farmers have recently been appointed to serve on the National Peanut Board by Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue. Tom Corcoran, Barbour County farmer, is a newly appointed board member to the National Peanut Board, and Thomas Adams, Henry County farmer, is a newly appointed alternate to the board. The appointees will serve three-year […]
9 November 2017 In: News Peanuts & Political News
Miss Alabama Jessica Procter is nuts about service. From volunteer work to public speaking, Procter routinely digs deep and spreads awareness to decrease food insecurity. But digging peanuts? That’s a new nut to crack for the 21-year-old who won the Miss America Quality of Life Award for her platform, Step Up To The Plate: […]
25 October 2017 In: News Peanuts & Political News Uncategorized
The announcement by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) to revise the minimum quality and handling standards for domestic and imported peanuts marketed in the U.S. is good news for Alabama peanut farmers. USDA Agricultural Marketing Service recently announced the final rule (7 CFR Part 996) published in the Federal Register. The rule implements […]