Category: Southeast

Pecan named Georgia’s official nut, but not without some controversy

Sorry, peanuts. Legumes can’t take this top spot, but this drupe can, giving a morale boost to the crop that is still recovering from Hurricane Michael.

Pecan growers, others benefit from Georgia help in tough period

In the aftermath of a series of major setbacks, University of Georgia Extension and other organizations are helping growers get back to business.

Small Pecan Producers Workshop scheduled in Georgia

Profitability of ‘Lakota’ pecan analyzed

Pecan yields good, demand strong in Mississippi

Select scab-resistant pecan varieties for home orchards

Georgia county pecan production meetings to be virtual

UGA to begin new pecan variety trials in southeast Georgia

AFBF congratulates new House Agriculture Committee chair and ranking member

Pecan research to help Georgia producers meet demand

UGA scientists receive grants to study ambrosia beetles

Georgia Farm Bureau funds plant pathologist to study blueberry disease

USDA-ARS researches beneficial insects for stink bug control

Hurricane Michael continues to hamper Georgia, Florida agriculture

Robert Dickey named 2019 Georgia Farmer of the Year