December 3, 2025
GEORGIA FARM BUREAU TO HOLD ANNUAL CONVENTION
Georgia Farm Bureau members will gather on Jekyll Island Dec. 7-9 for the organization’s 88th annual convention.
The convention theme, “Rise and Thrive,” emphasizes Georgia farmers’ resiliency in the year since Hurricane Helene and how the organization has led the charge to support their recovery.
GFB President Tom McCall, Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Tyler Harper, Georgia House Speaker Jon Burns and motivational speaker Cmdr. Frank “Walleye” Weisser are scheduled to address convention attendees during the general session on Dec. 8 between 8:15 a.m. and noon.
“Jekyll Island is a special place in the hearts of Georgia Farm Bureau members,” said GFB President Tom McCall. “Our convention is a time when our members advance our shared vision for agriculture, rekindle long-time friendships and develop new relationships.”
Agriculture is Georgia’s top economic sector, contributing $91.4 billion to the state’s economy in 2023, providing more than 381,200 jobs and serving as the cornerstone of many of the state’s rural communities, according to the 2025 Georgia Ag Impact report from the UGA College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences.
Convention activities begin Dec. 7 at 9 a.m. at the Jekyll Island Convention Center with a Sunday service. Inspirational music will be provided by Angie McCall, Al McCall and Mark Wallace. Pastor Van McCall of Denton will deliver a devotional message.
Sunday events include the opening of a trade show at 10 a.m. with more than 60 exhibitors representing Georgia agricultural organizations, agencies and businesses.
During the Celebrating Ag Leaders event at 2 p.m. on Sunday, GFB will recognize agricultural advocacy and promotion efforts by county Farm Bureau volunteers and teachers’ work to include agriculture in their lessons through the Ag in the Classroom program.
For the third year, the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture will hold its Christmas on the Farm Bingo fundraiser on the first day of the GFB Convention, beginning at 3:30 p.m. at the convention center. Led by emcees Greta Collins and John Holcomb, guests will enjoy 10 rounds of bingo, Christmas trivia, door prizes, a raffle, music, refreshments, and a pop-up shop from Brittney’s Closet, a Jekyll Island boutique. Visit www.gafoundationag.org/bingo for complete details and to buy tickets in advance.
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On Dec. 8, the general session runs from 8:15 a.m. to noon. Georgia Ports Authority Chairman Kent Fountain will welcome convention guests. McCall will deliver his annual address. Harper will discuss state agriculture issues. Weisser will share his experiences as a pilot in the U.S. Navy, which include two stints as a member of the Blue Angels and flight time in the filming of Top Gun: Maverick.
The convention trade show opens at 9 a.m. and closes at noon on Dec. 8. A series of eight educational sessions will be held Monday afternoon at 2 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. featuring speakers who will address management and policy issues for agriculture in Georgia.
Educational session topics include animal health, labor reform, forestry, federal crop programs, forages and the GFB Hay Contest winner, the beef industry, water, how to use social media as a marketing tool and estate planning.
On Dec. 9, GFB voting delegates will discuss and approve policy resolutions submitted by county Farm Bureau chapters statewide. The resolutions approved by the delegates will become the organization’s official policy that will guide its legislative efforts in 2026. Delegates will also elect the 2026 GFB Board of Directors.
Visit www.gfb.org/about-us/convention for more information about the convention.
GPC NAMES TAYLOR ARNOLD EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
On Dec. 1, the Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC) announced the hiring of Taylor Arnold as its new executive director. Arnold will succeed longtime director Don Koehler, who is retiring after more than four decades of dedicated service to Georgia’s peanut industry.
Arnold will begin as executive director at the commission on Jan. 1, 2026. Koehler will serve as senior executive director until his retirement on July 31, 2026.
Arnold has an extensive background in agricultural leadership, farm program administration, and on-the-ground experience in production agriculture. Since 2017, he has served as county executive director for the USDA Farm Service Agency (FSA) in Worth County, where he managed county office operations, supervised staff, and oversaw the implementation of key federal programs supporting farmers. In this role, Arnold directed programs including the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program, Agriculture Risk Coverage/Price Loss Coverage, Conservation Reserve Program, Livestock Forage Program, and multiple disaster assistance initiatives. He also chaired the District Payment Eligibility and Limitation Review team, ensuring compliance and accuracy across the region.
Arnold holds a bachelor’s degree in accounting from Mercer University, where he served as president and vice president of his fraternity, director of judicial affairs for the Interfraternity Council and volunteered extensively with IRS VITA and Relay for Life.
“We are excited to welcome Taylor as the next executive director of the Georgia Peanut Commission,” said GPC Chairman Joe Boddiford. “Taylor’s passion for agriculture, strategic vision and proven leadership make him the ideal person to guide the commission into its next chapter. We are confident he will continue building on the strong foundation established under Don Koehler’s leadership.”
Arnold expressed enthusiasm for the opportunity to serve Georgia’s peanut farmers.
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“I am honored to join the Georgia Peanut Commission and work on behalf of the growers who make Georgia the nation’s leading peanut-producing state,” Arnold said. “I look forward to continuing the commission’s commitment to research, innovation, and industry collaboration. Don Koehler’s impact on this industry is immeasurable, and I am grateful to follow in his footsteps.”
Koehler, who has served as executive director since 1986, leaves behind a legacy of advocacy, partnership building and significant growth in Georgia’s peanut sector. His leadership helped position Georgia as a global leader in peanut production, research and quality.
The Georgia Peanut Commission represents the interests of more than 4,000 peanut farmers across the state. Through its investments in research, education, and promotion, the commission works to ensure the long-term sustainability and success of Georgia’s peanut industry. For more information, visit www.gapeanuts.com.
WALDREP LEONHARD NAMED GFB EDUCATIONAL PROGRAMS MANAGER
On Dec. 1, Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) welcomed Caroline Waldrep Leonhard as its educational programs manager.
Waldrep Leonhard has worked as the events and outreach coordinator with the Georgia Cattlemen’s Association for the last several years. Her previous work includes stints as office manager with Bryan County Farm Bureau and as an agriculture teacher at Portal Middle School. She graduated from the University of Georgia with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural education and earned her master’s degree in education from Auburn University.
“We are looking forward to all Caroline will bring to our educational programs,” GFB President Tom McCall said. “Her work experience is excellent but her ‘growing up’ surrounded by Farm Bureau people is an even better plus.”
Caroline has been active with Georgia Farm Bureau as a member of Monroe County Farm Bureau and has been involved in the Young Farmers and Ranchers Program.
Caroline lives in Macon with her husband, Timmy Leonhard.
As educational programs manager, Waldrep will oversee GFB’s Ag In The Classroom program, through which GFB works to increase agricultural literacy among children and the general public. It provides tools for more effective teaching about agriculture and its role in an interdependent society, and to assist Georgia ’s educators in implementing the instruction of agriculture-related concepts in the classroom.
For more information, visit www.gfb.org/learn/ag-in-the-classroom
EQUINE HERPESVIRUS FLARE-UP IN OTHER STATES DRAWS GDA ATTENTION
While there were no reported cases of Equine Herpesvirus Type 1 (EHV-1) or Equine Herpesvirus Myoencephalopathy (EHM) in Georgia as of Dec. 2, the interstate movement of horses for shows underscores the importance of keeping abreast of the disease outbreak.
As of Dec. 1, there were 46 confirmed cases in eight states, according to the Equine Disease Communication Center. All of them were west of the Mississippi River. The nearest to Georgia are three documented cases in Louisiana.
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In a Nov. 19 post on social media, the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) noted that it was monitoring the outbreak, which was associated with equine events in Oklahoma and Texas. There were no reports of EHV-1 or EHM in Georgia at that time, and State Veterinarian Dr. Janemarie Hennebelle confirmed to GFB media on Dec. 2, that there were still no known cases in the state.
GDA advised owners who have attended an equine event in Texas or Oklahoma since the beginning of November, to contact their veterinarian, isolate their horses, and implement twice daily temperature monitoring under the guidance of their veterinarian.
Here is guidance from a flyer the GDA is distributing to equine stakeholders:
Horse Owners: If your horses traveled to TX, OK, or other equine events where EHV/EHM exposure may have occurred:
• Isolate for 21 days after last known exposure.
• Appropriate isolation includes restricted access to other horses, avoiding the sharing of equipment or personnel and utilization of protective barrier precautions.
• Monitor horses twice daily for elevated temperature (above 101.5*), respiratory signs (nasal discharge, coughing) and for clinical signs consistent with EHM (neurologic symptoms including inability to stand, difficulty walking, lethargy, and urine dribbling).
• If any signs are noted, contact your veterinarian immediately.
Veterinarians: To report suspected or confirmed cases of EHV/EHM, call (404) 656-3667 or report online at https://gfb.ag/GAanimaldiseasereport (https://gdaforms.wufoo.com/forms/georgia-reportable-animal-disease-form/)
Diagnosis of EHV can be difficult as periods of viral shedding and viremia may vary; paired samples, including nasal swab and whole blood, are critical.
Testing is at owner’s expense.
Upcoming equine events: Equine herpes virus can be shed for prolonged periods of time, including in clinically healthy horses, which increases risk for continued disease spread during a EHV/EHM outbreak.
• Event Organizers: Consult with your veterinarian and understand the risks associated with hosting equine events during a multi-state outbreak. Cancellation or postponement of events is voluntary at this time but may be important to stop continued spread of disease. If events do take place, we recommend increasing biosecurity practices on site and prohibiting horses that have recently participated in events with known EHV/EHM cases.
• Horse Owners: Consult with your veterinarian on the risks associated with travel to upcoming equine events. EHV is a ubiquitous virus and commonly present in the environment, so biosecurity measures are critical to decreasing potential for disease transmission.
• Interstate Movement: Please note that many states may be implementing movement restrictions or new import requirements for equines during this outbreak. Always check with the state of destination to ensure that you are following import restrictions.
Equine Herpesvirus Information:
EHV 1 is spread from horse to horse through contact with nasal discharge or spread as aerosol droplets. Infected horses may not show clinical signs of the virus but may still act as carriers.
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Horses can also contract the virus by coming into contact with contaminated surfaces such as stalls, water, feed, tack, and transport vehicles. People can spread the virus from horse to horse by contaminated hands and clothing. It is important for owners to watch for signs and symptoms and practice biosecurity measures. Good biosecurity practices include extensive cleaning and disinfection of surfaces and equipment that come in contact with affected horses, and individuals who treat or come into contact with infected horses need to follow appropriate disinfection protocols when handling multiple horses.
• A Guide to Understanding the Neurologic Form of EHV Infection
• EDCC EHV Clinical Signs
• AAEP EHV FAQ
• AAEP General Biosecurity Guidelines
THE DAIRY ALLIANCE NAMES FARRAH NEWBERRY AS CEO
The Dairy Alliance, a nonprofit funded by dairy farm families in the Southeast, has appointed Farrah Newberry as its new chief executive officer, the organization announced on Nov. 13.
A respected executive with extensive experience in agriculture, Newberry has served The Dairy Alliance for the past four years, first as vice president of agriculture and environmental affairs and most recently as interim CEO, providing strong leadership and strategic direction to advance the organization’s mission of supporting dairy farmers and promoting the nutritional and economic value of dairy across the Southeast.
“I am deeply honored to lead The Dairy Alliance and continue serving the Southeast’s dairy farm families,” said Newberry. “Our farmers’ dedication and resilience inspire me every day, and I look forward to building on our strong foundation to expand partnerships, elevate programs, and further strengthen the dairy community across our region.”
Before joining The Dairy Alliance, Newberry served as executive director of Georgia Milk Producers, Inc., where she led the organization for 22 years. In that role, she worked to educate dairy farmers and governing officials on key issues affecting Georgia’s dairy industry, including legislation, environmental regulations, animal health, and milk pricing. She also served as executive secretary of the Georgia Dairy Youth Foundation, helping expand educational opportunities and financial support for Georgia’s Dairy Youth Programs.
“For more than twenty years, Farrah has been a trusted advocate for Southeast dairy farmers and a leader in agriculture,” said Dairy Alliance President Michael Ferguson. “Her experience, vision and passion for the industry make her the ideal person to guide The Dairy Alliance forward as we continue championing the work of our farmers and the value of dairy in our communities.”
In addition, Newberry has served as president for the Agricultural Economics Association of Georgia, reinforcing her commitment to professional development and collaboration within the state’s agriculture sector. A University of Georgia graduate with a bachelor’s degree in agricultural communications, she also studied agricultural journalism at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College. Her leadership has earned numerous honors, including the 2022 Distinguished Agriculture Steward Award from Georgia Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black, the Larry
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Guthrie Award (2015 and 2022) and the 2017 Young Alumni Achievement Award from UGA’s College of Agriculture, along with a nomination for UGA’s 40 Under 40 Alumni Award.
For more information about The Dairy Alliance, visit https://thedairyalliance.com, or follow them on Facebook or Instagram @TheDairyAlliance.
NEW DIRECTORS NAMED FOR GEORGIA WRD, GEFA
On Nov. 14, the Georgia Department of Natural Resources announced Chris Harper as director of its Wildlife Resources Division (WRD). On Nov. 13, Gov. Brian Kemp announced Trey Bennett as executive director of the Georgia Environmental Finance Authority (GEFA).
Harper has worked with the WRD since 1999, most recently serving as assistant chief of Fisheries Management Section. Over his career, he has held roles as a fisheries biologist, statewide fish hatchery coordinator, and fisheries technician, gaining extensive experience in resource management, facility operations, and staff development. He is committed to promoting sound stewardship of Georgia’s natural resources and expanding opportunities for outdoor enjoyment.
Harper holds a master’s degree in wildlife and fisheries biology from Clemson University and a bachelor’s degree in biology from Armstrong State University. He enjoys fishing, hiking, and woodworking, and lives in Watkinsville with his wife and three children.
As director, Harper will lead DNR’s division that is tasked with conserving and promoting fishing, hunting, and wildlife resources through management, education, and scientific research. The WRD is comprised of four sections: Game Management, Fisheries Management, Wildlife Conservation, and Communication, Education and Outreach.
Harper succeeds current WRD Director Ted Will, who will retire in December following more than 25 years of dedicated service to the department.
Bennett received approval from the GEFA board of directors and began work in his new position on Nov. 16.
Bennett currently serves as general counsel and Grants Division director in the Governor's Office of Planning and Budget (OPB). A seasoned attorney and public policy advisor, Bennett has over a decade of legal and governmental experience, including past service as deputy executive counsel to Gov. Kemp, under whom he drafted and advocated for key legislative measures and advised on the state’s response to the COVID-19 Pandemic. In his role at OPB, he oversaw the efficient administration of the $4.8 billion State Fiscal Recovery Fund, supporting numerous grant projects across Georgia. Prior to joining Gov. Kemp's administration in 2020, Bennett practiced law as an assistant district attorney and private litigator in Northeast Georgia. He holds a juris doctor degree from the University of Georgia and lives in Hoschton with his wife, Katherine, and their four children.
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56th ANNUAL CALHOUN GEORGIA BULL TEST SALE
Dec. 5 Northwest Georgia Livestock Pavilion
12:30 p.m. Calhoun
This annual sale features 70 Angus, Black Hereford, Charolias, Hereford, Red Angus, Santa Gertrudis, Simangus and Ultrablack bulls. The bulls are performance tested, genomic-enhanced and parentage verified. For more information or to request a catalog, contact Jason Duggin at duggin@uga.edu or 706-624-1403. Sale catalog & videos of bulls are also available at https://fieldreport.caes.uga.edu/events/90549/. Sale runs from 12:30 p.m. - 3 p.m. at the Northwest Ga. Livestock Pavilion at 1282 Ga. Hwy. 53 Spur Southwest, Calhoun, 30701
NOMINATIONS OPEN FOR OUTSTANDING GA YOUNG PEANUT FARMER
Dec. 5 deadline for nominations
Nominations are now open for the Outstanding Georgia Young Peanut Farmer Award. The state winner will be announced at the Georgia Peanut Farm Show on Thursday, Jan. 15, 2026, in Tifton. The award is sponsored by the Georgia Peanut Commission and BASF. The Outstanding Georgia award is based upon the applicant’s farm operation; environmental and stewardship practices; and leadership, civic, church, and community service activities. The award is open for any active Georgia peanut farmer who is not over 45 years of age, as of Jan. 15, 2026. An individual may receive the award only once. There is no limit to the number of applicants from each county in Georgia. The award application is available online at www.gapeanuts.com or by contacting Joy Crosby at 229-386-3690 or joycrosby@gapeanuts.com. The 2025 winner was Ryan Ireland of Ashburn, Ga. The award winner receives registration and hotel accommodations to attend the Southern Peanut Growers Conference, July 21-23, 2026, at Panama City Beach, Florida, and a sign to display at his or her farm.
GA FOUNDATION FOR AGRICULTURE FARM-TO-FUTURE ONLINE AUCTION
Through Dec. 10 online
The countdown is on! The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture’s Farm-to-Future Online Auction opened Nov. 10! With 100+ items donated by local farms, artisans and small businesses, you’ll discover something special for everyone on your Christmas shopping list. From handmade treasures to farm experiences, every winning bid goes beyond a gift it’s an investment in the future of Georgia agriculture. Your participation directly funds scholarships for students pursuing agricultural careers, educational programs that support teachers and kids, mental health resources for farmers and long-term disaster relief for farm families. When you shop our auction, you’re not just crossing names off your Christmas list you’re strengthening Georgia’s farming community! Let’s grow the future of Georgia agriculture together. For more information, visit www.gafoundationag.org/auction. Click the “Save My Spot” button to register.
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SOUTHEAST REGIONAL FRUIT & VEGETABLE CONFERENCE
Jan. 8-10 Savannah Convention Center Savannah Dec. 12
Early bird reservation deadline
The Southeast Regional Fruit and Vegetable Conference is the largest educational conference and trade show in the southeastern United States that unites growers, vendors and suppliers! Activities include the always-popular trade show, a comprehensive lineup of educational sessions, the Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Growers Association Annual Meeting and more. Key workshop topics include pre-harvest ripening and quality management, the Endangered Species Act and food safety. For more information or to register, visit https://seregionalconference.org/registration-3/.
2026 GACD SCHOLARSHIPS
Dec. 31 application deadline
To encourage study and careers in soil and water conservation related fields, GACD administers one $1,000 scholarship each year. The scholarship is given to high school students or undergraduate/graduate students majoring in, or intending to major in, a soil and water conservation related area. The scholarship recipient will be honored at GACD's Annual Meeting in 2026. For more information or to apply, visit https://www.gacd.us/scholarships
AMERICAN SOYBEAN ASSOCIATION/BASF SCHOLARSHIP
Dec. 31 deadline to apply
Do you know an outstanding high school senior who is interested in pursuing a career in agriculture? Strong agriculture leaders are vital to the sustainability and growth of the soybean industry, and the American Soybean Association, in partnership with BASF, wants to provide a student interested in agriculture with a college scholarship to begin their degree. The Soy Scholarship is a $7,000, one-time award presented to a high school senior who plans to pursue agriculture as an area of study at any accredited college or university in the 2026-27 academic year. The scholarship is managed by ASA and made possible through a grant by BASF Corporation. High school seniors may apply online Oct. 7 – Dec. 31, 2025. Click here to learn more information about the program. The scholarship is awarded in $3,500 increments (one per semester) for the 2026-27 school year. The student must be a child or grandchild of a current state soybean association/ASA member, maintain successful academic progress and remain in good standing with the college or university to receive the full amount of the scholarship. A committee of soybean grower leaders will select the ASA BASF scholarship recipient. The award winner will be announced this winter. For more information, please visit www.soygrowers.com. ASA and BASF have recognized and rewarded students for their hard work and interest in agriculture through the Soy Scholarship since 2008.
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49TH ANNUAL GEORGIA PEANUT FARM SHOW
Jan. 15, 2026 UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center 8 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Tifton Make plans to attend the 49th annual Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference set for Jan. 15, 2026. The show is free and open to all farmers and industry representatives to attend. The show is sponsored by the Georgia Peanut Commission and includes the UGA Peanut Production Seminar, the Farm Show Luncheon & Awards and a blood drive. Attendees will have the opportunity to visit with more than 100 agribusinesses and organizations in the peanut and agricultural industry. Farmers will be able to earn private and commercial pesticide applicator certification, as well as learn about cutting-edge research and developments during the University of Georgia Peanut Production Seminar and industry-wide sponsored Peanut Seed Seminar. For more information, visit https://gapeanuts.com/farm-show/.
GEORGIA FOUNDATION FOR AGRICULTURE SCHOLARSHIPS
March 1, 2026 deadline to apply
The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture (GFA) is offering $66,000 worth of scholarships in 2026 in support of students planning to or already engaged in studies to prepare them for careers in agriculture and ag-related fields. There are five scholarship classifications: The Scholarship for Agriculture for graduating high school seniors who plan to enter college for Fall 2026 semester and pursue a career focusing on agriculture; the Rising Junior/Senior Scholarship for agriculture for current college students who are at least two semesters away from completing their undergraduate degree; the Back to Farm Scholarship for students who have shown a clear commitment to returning to the farm to build a career in production agriculture; the Technical College Scholarship for Agriculture for students enrolled at a school in the Technical College System of Georgia and majoring in an ag or ag-related field of study; and the UGA College of Veterinary Medicine Scholarship is for current veterinary medicine students specializing in large animal/food animal practice. The deadline to apply for all of these scholarships is March 1, 2026. For more information or to apply, visit www.gafoundationag.org/scholarships
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SDRP SECOND STAGE, MILK AND ON-FARM STORAGE PAYMENTS
Jan. 23, 2026 deadline to apply for milk & on-farm stored commodity losses April 30, 2026 deadline to apply for SDRP Stage One and Stage Two assistance Stage Two of SDRP covers eligible crop, tree, bush and vine losses that were not covered under Stage One program provisions, including non-indemnified (shallow loss), uncovered and quality losses. For Stage Two program details, including fact sheets, please visit https://fsa.usda.gov/sdrp
The first stage, announced in July, remains available to producers who received an indemnity under crop insurance or the Noninsured Crop Disaster Assistance Program (NAP) for eligible crop losses due to qualifying 2023 and 2024 natural disaster events. FSA county offices will begin accepting SDRP Stage Two applications on Nov. 24. Producers have until April 30, 2026, to apply for both Stage One and Stage Two assistance. The Milk Loss Program provides up to $1.65 million in payments to eligible dairy operations for milk that was dumped or removed without compensation from the commercial milk market because of a qualifying natural disaster event in 2023 and/or 2024. Producers who suffered losses of eligible harvested commodities while stored in on-farm structures in 2023 and/or 2024 due to a qualifying natural disaster event may be eligible for assistance through the On-Farm Stored Commodity Loss Program, which provides for up to $5 million to impacted producers. The enrollment period to apply for milk and on-farm stored commodity losses is Nov. 24, 2025, through Jan. 23, 2026. Information and fact sheets for both programs are available online at https://fsa.usda.gov/mlp for milk loss and https://fsa.usda.gov/ofsclp for on-farm stored commodity losses.
GFB HAY DIRECTORY
GFB is accepting listings for its online hay directory. Farm Bureau members with hay for sale or who offer custom harvesting or custom sprigging services are invited to list their hay and/or services in the GFB Quality Hay Directory published on the GFB website. Hay for sale or services can be listed or removed from the directory throughout the year. To be included in GFB’s online hay directory, complete a submission form by visiting your county Farm Bureau office or online at www.gfb.ag/hay. Please include a $10 check made payable to Georgia Farm Bureau for each listing of hay, custom harvesting or custom sprigging. Multiple listings are allowed. Listings can be updated in the directory throughout the year as hay inventories change. Hay producers who entered the 2024 GFB Quality Hay Contest receive a free listing in the online GFB Hay Directory.
UGA WARNELL SCHOOL OF FORESTRY BOBWHITE QUAIL SURVEY
The Martin GAME Lab at the Warnell School of Forestry and Natural Resources at UGA is looking for private landowners in Georgia to take part in a brief survey about their opinions on bobwhite quail management for a study titled “Bobwhite Restoration, Incentives, and Research.” The purpose of the study is to better understand landowners’ opinions on bobwhite quail management and cost-share programs landowners would enroll in to manage their properties for bobwhite quail. Visit https://ugeorgia.ca1.qualtrics.com/.../SV_3aRgLcUioS8uy0u to take the study. Thank you in advance for helping with in this study.
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CONSERVATION DISTRICTS OFFER FERAL HOG CONTROL SERVICES
For a list of feral hog control services available in each GACD Conservation District, visit https://gfb.ag/feralhoggacdresources.
UGA CITRUS ORCHARD NUTRITIONAL SURVEY
For the past three growing seasons, the UGA Agricultural and Environmental Services Labs (AESL) has been conducting a foliar nutrient survey of Georgia's citrus industry with funding from the USDA and Georgia Department of Agriculture's Specialty Crop Block Grant Program. One of the conditions of the project’s grant funding is that researchers seek stakeholder feedback on the effectiveness of the program, and how this work may influence future grower decisions. The project researchers ask that you please complete this short (7 questions, 3-5 minutes) Citrus Nutrition Questionnaire here. These results will help UGA researchers demonstrate the importance of this work to their sponsors, which increases the likelihood of future funding in this area. If you would like to learn more about this project and the results of the study, visit the project website.
988 SUICIDE & CRISIS LIFELINE OFFERS SUPPORT
The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline can be reached by calling or texting 988 or chatting on 988lifeline.org 988 serves as a universal entry point so that no matter where you live in the U.S., you can easily access 24/7 emotional support. You don’t have to be suicidal to reach out. 988 trained crisis counselors can help you through whatever mental health challenges you are experiencing.