Southeast
Southeast rivals have common goal in world of peach production
Georgia and South Carolina share a border, a passion for football and pride in their peaches. With the University of Georgia (UGA) and Clemson University campuses separated by a mere 70 miles, the Bulldogs and... more »
Economic impact of ‘unfair’ trade on Florida’s ag industry estimated at $4B
On Aug. 30, the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services released its latest report on the impacts of Mexican imports on Florida’s seasonal producers. The report “demonstrates that Florida producers continue to suffer a... more »
Peterson Farms of Michigan acquires Florida’s Lakewood Organics
Shelby, Michigan, produce processor Peterson Farms says it will retain decision-making authority following investment by an Abu Dahbi-based fund, and Peterson’s acquisition of a Miami juice company, Lakewood Organics. Mubadala Capital referenced Peterson Farms in... more »
BioSafe Systems boosts Southeast presence with technical representative
Devin McCaffrey has joined the BioSafe Systems’ team as a new technical sales Representative for the Horticulture Division. McCaffrey is in the Raleigh, North Carolina area, and will serve the surrounding regional states including North... more »
North Carolina Agritourism Networking Association Summer Farm Tour set
A limited number of spaces are still available to attend the upcoming North Carolina Agritourism Networking Association’s Summer Farm Tour Aug. 30. To attend, interested farmers should register as soon as possible online here. The... more »
Goldenberry Farms exporting new goldenberries to Canada
After research, consumer, and field trials, Goldenberry Farms has announced the commercial availability of tits non-GMO “Premium Select Goldenberries.” Hand-picked, and packed on site for peak freshness, the berry is larger and with more flavor... more »
North Carolina offers post-flood cleanup, disposal help for pesticides
As floodwaters recede and cleanup continues in western North Carolina, the N.C. Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services urges farmers and homeowners to evaluate pesticides and other chemical storage areas. “If your pesticide or fertilizer... more »
UF/IFAS research receives $155.6M in latest fiscal year
The University of Florida boasted its second-best research funding awards over the fiscal year 2021, with UF/IFAS researchers receiving $155.6 million of the $861 million university total. The UF/IFAS funding, a 10% increase over last year’s... more »
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