Southeast
UF studies crop fertilization rates
The University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has long studied crop fertilization rates. In 2022, state funding made it possible for the UF/IFAS Nutrient Management Program (NMP) to begin scrutinizing long-established fertilization... more »
USDA provides Hurricane Helene relief
The USDA is providing additional financial assistance to producers affected by Hurricane Helene. The agency is offering over $233 million in indemnity payments through the Hurricane Insurance Protection-Wind Index (HIP-WI) and Tropical Storm (TS) Option... more »
Hurricane Helene causes $6 billion in damage to Georgia agriculture
Georgia’s agricultural community is reeling from the destruction left by Hurricane Helene, which caused an estimated $6.46 billion in damage, state officials said. The storm, which struck on Sept. 26, is the third to hit... more »
Emergency loan program to help ag affected by Hurricane Milton
A Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program has a focus on ag, offering $50 million to support businesses impacted by Hurricane Milton, has been activated by the Florida Commerce. Agricultural and aquaculture businesses can request... more »
USDA offers disaster assistance for Hurricane Helene recovery
The USDA is offering assistance to growers who sustained losses from Hurricane Helene, which ravaged the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. The Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Association (GFVGA) is in the field meeting with growers impacted by... more »
USDA not expecting port strike to bring immediate shortages
The USDA isn't expecting immediate problems related to the East Coast and Gulf Coast port workers strike. In a statement released Oct. 1, the USDA said it does not expect labor disputes at the ports... more »
NC State helping growers after Hurricane Helene
NC State Extension is helping growers harmed by Hurricane Helene. The College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) at NC State University is focused on providing support and assistance to members of the CALS and... more »
Carolinas group helping Hurricane Helene recovery
The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA), a farmer and citizen support organization, is expressing support for victims of Hurricane Helene. CFSA is estimating damages for the storm that downed trees and caused extensive flood damage... more »
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