Month: January 2024

Southern Dairymen Gather in Savannah for Annual Conference

Savannah, GA | In Savannah recently, dairy producers from around the state and southeast had the opportunity to gather under one roof to discuss the dairy industry. It was a time of fellowship and education as producers heard from experts …

GFB YF&R Members Leave Their Mark in Salt Lake City

Salt Lake City, UT Salt Lake City recently hosted some of the brightest young minds in agriculture for the Young Farmer and Rancher competitions, including the discussion meet. Representing Georgia was Andy Paul from Oglethorpe County, who expressed his excitement …

Georgia Farm Dog Named 2024 AFBF Farm Dog of the Year

Dearing, GA | Donald and Laura Adams from McDuffie County are the proud owners of Skippy, a remarkable mixed breed dog that has become an indispensable part of their lives. Donald, a beef cattle farmer who faced disability after an …

Farmers and Ranchers Embark on Trip to Annual Convention in Utah

Salt Lake City, UT | Hollywood or no Hollywood, this year’s convention unfolded like a perfectly scripted story. American Farm Bureau went all out, treating its guests to a red carpet experience while squeezing a wealth of information into just …

GFB Delegation Embarks on National Parks Roadtrip

Zion National Park, UT At the heart of unforgettable trips lies meticulous planning and attention to detail. Jay Murdock, the mastermind behind the Georgia Farm Bureau’s excursions, orchestrates experiences that linger in the memories of attendees long after the journey …

Blue Ridge Honey Company a One-Stop-Shop for Everything Honey

Lakemont, GA | There’s plenty of buzz surrounding the Blue Ridge Honey Company, where people can find candles, soaps, equipment, and, of course, honey. It’s a business started up by the husband-and-wife team of Bob and Suzette Binnie after getting …

Peanut Breeders Using Robot to Develop New Varieties

Tifton, GA | At the heart of the peanut industry’s growth and success in Georgia lies the dedicated work of peanut breeders at the University of Georgia, who work tirelessly to develop new varieties of peanuts that will benefit the …

Southern Dairy Challenge More Than Just a Competition

Madison, GA | At this Madison dairy, students are putting their classroom knowledge to the ultimate test, competing in the Southern Regional Dairy Challenge – a collegiate competition meant to immerse them in the Dairy Industry. “Dairy Challenge is a …

Centennial Farm Continuing Tradition

Statesboro, GA | The story of L&M Farms is one of dedication, and a commitment to nurturing both the land and community. The farmhouse, a charming relic from the early 1900s, bears witness to generations of the Lee family’s labor …

South Georgia Nursery Growing Trees, Georgia Forestry Industry

Byromville, GA | Forestry is a significant industry in Georgia, representing the state’s fourth-largest commodity, with a farm gate value of more than 700 million dollars annually. While it might be one of many states considered the wood basket of …