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Turning a Dream Into an Agriculture Venture

Buena Vista, GA With a number of businesses being shut down and the supply chain being disrupted, nearly everyone’s way of life has been altered by the pandemic. And that’s certainly the case for the owners of Blackbird Farm, as …

Georgia Couple Pioneering State’s Olive Industry

Eastman, GA While it might be relatively new to the scene, olive production here in Georgia has taken off over the past decade with the state accounting for more than nine hundred tons of olive oil every year. And that …

Seed to Shirt Exhibit Showcases Georgia’s Cotton Industry

Perry, GA Cotton is certainly big business here in Georgia and this new exhibit inside the Georgia Grown Building at the Georgia National Fair is aimed at making it even bigger by showcasing the value of cotton grown here in …

Annual Georgia Peanut Tour Highlights State’s Impressive Industry

Bainbridge, GA Unlike many of the farm tours held around the state each and every year, the Georgia Peanut Tour is specifically designed to attract guests unfamiliar with agriculture and peanut production. It’s a three-day crash course that provides guests …

UGA Extension’s Mission Still the Same Since 1914

Athens, GA Since 1914 UGA Cooperative Extension has been working to maintain its mission which is to be an agricultural resource that’s used to advance agriculture and ensure quality of life for Georgians. Of course, a lot has changed with …

Generational Farm Turned Agritourism Destination

Cave Spring, GA Here in Northwest Georgia, this centuries old farm has been transformed into a picturesque agricultural landscape. The farm, which has been in the same family for several decades, is now in the hands of Kaye and Kent …

Backyard Poultry Operation in Haralson County a Thriving Business

Tallapoosa, GA When you think poultry farming operations around the state, this is probably the picture that comes to mind. But that’s not the case here at Chewy’s Backyard Farm, where they raise and sell pasture raised chicken on an …

Ag Field Day Designed to Help Overcome Challenges

Tifton, GA Every year brings a unique set of challenges for cotton and peanut growers here in Georgia, as they must deal with pests, diseases and even the weather. But the University of Georgia is making sure they are well …

Annual Fall Field Day Unites Producers

Byron, GA Recently at the USDA Research Farm in Byron, pecan growers gathered for their annual Fall Field Day – a day that allows producers from around the state the chance to fellowship and hear from industry experts – something …

Hurricane Idalia Wreaks Havoc on Georgia Agriculture

Hahira, GA With wind speeds topping fifty miles an hour, Hurricane Idalia carved a path of destruction through South Georgia, wreaking havoc on a number of farming operations along the way. While it is sure to be significant, the final …