Tifton, GA | After seeing a significant drop in acres of corn being planted in Georgia last year, those numbers look to be on the rebound in 2025, especially with the issues other crops around the state are experiencing. “I …
Tifton, GA | Recently in Tifton, cotton growers here in Georgia gathered for their annual meeting for a time of fellowship and education, which of course couldn’t come at a better time as growers saw one of the toughest years …
Atlanta, GA | Recently in Atlanta, Georgia Farm Bureau showed off its grassroots strength as nearly 600 members attended this year’s GFB Day at the Capitol event – an annual gathering full of advocacy, education, and fellowship between members and …
Athens, GA | With the agricultural trade deficit reaching a record high of more than thirty billion dollars in 2024, sweeping changes are being discussed to get things back into balance. And chief among them is a tariff being placed …
Gainesville, GA | Poultry production is big business here in Georgia, accounting for more than a quarter of the state’s agricultural income. So, when a threat like the avian influenza finds its way into commercial production here in the state, …
Tifton, GA | 2024 was without a doubt a difficult year for Georgia farmers and producers as they faced low commodity prices, high operating costs, and devastating hurricanes – things experts say have left farmers struggling with historically low income. …
Macon, GA | Chronic Wasting Disease (CWD) has sparked concerns among livestock producers and hunters alike. To address these issues, Dr. Tina Johannsen, Game Management Assistant Chief with the Georgia Department of Natural Resources (DNR), recently joined a discussion to …
Washington, D.C. | In testimony before Congress, Farm Bureau President, Zippy Duvall pressed for urgent action on a modernized five-year farm bill, tax policy, and agricultural workforce challenges. Chairman Boozman and Ranking Member Klobuchar were thanked for their commitment to …
San Antonio, GA | Some of Georgia’s brightest in the world of agriculture were on hand here in San Antonio to compete in this year’s YF&R Competitive events. The journey to get here hasn’t been an easy one, but nonetheless, …
Tifton, GA | Despite the countless hours that go into preparing the land, choosing the right variety and protecting against pests and diseases, no crop can be successful without the proper amount of water. And for more than a decade …
