October/November 2023 - Southeastern Peanut Farmer

Vol. 61 No. 6 | October/November 2023

Cover Crops

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A Look Inside

October/November 2023

IN THIS ISSUE 10 | THE BIG PEANUT The iconic Big Peanut is standing back alongside Interstate 75 in Ashburn, Georgia.

12 | SPGC IN REVIEW A review of the 24th annual Southern Peanut Growers Conference held in July.

16 | GEORGIA PEANUT FARM SHOW

The Georgia Peanut Farm Show is set for Jan. 18, 2024, at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center.

19 | GEORGIA PEANUT ACHIEVEMENT CLUB Seventeen Georgia farmers were recently recognized for their 2022 high yields.

DEPARTMENTS 8 | CHECKOFF REPORT

Alabama Peanut Producers Association Florida Peanut Producers Association Georgia Peanut Commission Mississippi Peanut Growers Association

20 | WASHINGTON OUTLOOK 22 | SOUTHERN PEANUT GROWERS UPDATE

6 A HOME RUN WITH COVER CROPS

Cover crops have been beneficial for both the row crops and the cattle on Hendricks and Son Farms in the panhandle of Florida. The results have been higher yields in their dryland row crops.

On The Cover Third generation farmer Brandt Hendricks plants a variety of cover crops ranging from oats, wheat and rye in Jay, Fla.

SEPF TEAM Editor Joy Carter Crosby joycrosby@gapeanuts.com 229.386.3690

Director of Jessie Bland Advertising jessie@gapeanuts.com 229.386.3472

Contributing Kaycee Rippey Writing kaycee@alpeanuts.com 334.792.6482

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Editor’s thoughts Resilience in the Face of Adversity

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armers seem to always be faced with adversity. Whether it is from crop losses, disaster, accidents on the farm or other difficulties, farmers also always seem to persevere and make do. Many of the farmers I know have faced a challenging year with their crops in 2023.

However, the one thing I'm certain about is the love each farmer has for their farm and the resilience they show in the face of adversity.

During the Sunbelt Ag Expo each year, farmers are recognized through the Expo Farmer of the Year program. Each state selects a farmer as their official state winner. Out of the ten state winners, two of the farmers grow peanuts. Congratulations to Bart Davis, Doerun, Georgia, and Steve Cobb, Lake City, Arkansas.

The Georgia Farmer of the Year Bart Davis faced and overcame adversity at a young age. Davis grew up on his parents' farm of around 500 acres that had a small herd of cows and a hog operation. He planned to farm alongside his father following graduation. Unfortunately, during Bart Davis his senior year of high school both of his Georgia Farmer of the Year parents passed away in 1982. Davis has grown the family farm from 190 owned acres and 310 rented acres to currently 4,975 crop acres which includes peanuts. Today, Davis' wife, Paula, and all three children are involved in the family farm.

Arkansas Farmer of the Year Steve Cobb witnessed success and hardship through his years of farming too. Cobb grew up on a 40-acre farm. Today, he farms 4,500 acres which includes row crops, produce and show pigs. The Steve Cobb farm faced a Arkansas Farmer of the Year huge disaster in 2014 which caused them to reevaluate how to move forward. That's when Cobb added peanuts to their crop rotation.

Davis and Cobb both faced challenges through their years of farming and both overcame the adversity they faced. Congratulations to you both for being named the state winner for the Sunbelt Ag Expo Farmer of the Year program! 

Joy Carter Crosby SEPF Editor

Events

National Peanut Festival Nov. 3-12, 2023, Dothan, Ala. For more info visit the website at nationalpeanutfestival.com.

Georgia Farm Bureau Annual Meeting Dec. 3-5, 2023, Jekyll Island, Ga. For more information visit gfb.org.

Alabama Farmers Federation Annual Meeting Dec. 3-5, 2023. Montgomery, Ala. For more information visit alfafarmers.org.

American Peanut Council Winter Meeting Dec. 6-7, 2023, Fairmont, Washington, D.C. For more information visit peanutsusa.com.

Georgia Peanut Farm Show Jan. 18, 2024, UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center, Tifton, Ga. For more information call 229-386-3470 or visit gapeanuts.com.

Georgia Young Farmers Association Annual Convention Jan. 19-20, 2024, Jekyll Island, Ga. For more information visit gyfa.org.

American Farm Bureau Convention Jan. 19-24, 2024, Salt Lake City, Utah. For more information visit fb.org.

Alabama-Florida Peanut Trade Show Feb. 1, 2024, National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds, Dothan, Ala. For more info call 334-792-6482 or visit alpeanuts.com or flpeanuts.com.

Mississippi Peanut Growers Association Annual Meeting Feb. 14-15, 2024, Lake Terrace Convention Center, Hattiesburg, Misss. For more information visit misspeanuts.com.

Florida Peanut Producers Association Annual Meeting Feb. 29, 2024, Jackson County Agricultural Complex and Conference Center, Marianna, Fla. For more info visit flpeanuts.com.

Let us know about your event. Please send details to the editor at joycrosby@gapeanuts.com.

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A Home run with Cover Crops Hendricks has seen benefits from cover crops through his row crops and cattle grazing

By Joy Crosby

Third generation farmer Brandt Hendricks plants a variety of cover crops ranging from oats, wheat and rye in Jay, Fla.

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over crops have been beneficial for both the row crops and the cattle on Hendricks and Son Farms in the panhandle of Florida. The results have been higher yields in their dryland row crops.

Third generation farmer, Brandt Hendricks of Jay, Florida, returned home from the University of Alabama where he lettered in baseball and received his MBA, to continue the legacy of his Grandad and Dad farming for the family farm. Hendricks and Son Farms proudly grows peanuts and cotton, as well as a cow-calf beef cattle operation. They have utilized cover crops across their entire farm for multiple years and continue to see the benefit year after year.

Hendricks’ grandmother, Virginia Hendricks, is the matriarch of the family farming operation which began in the early ‘60s. She still farms with Hendricks’ Dad, Ricky; Aunt, Vicki Laney; and cousin, Tanner Laney. The family also farms together through a corporation.

In the areas of the farm where they have cattle operations, they plant extra cover crops to let the cattle graze during the winter. They also harvest their own hay, allowing them to take full advantage of all areas of their operation.

“On most of our row crop fields, we plant a wheat cover crop. We have found that it is a little easier to burn down in the springtime and does

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not give us quite as much trouble,” Hendricks says. “In our grazing grounds, we plant a variety of cover crops including oats, wheat, rye and triticale.”

On the grazing grounds, they install a temporary fence during the winter season and as soon as the grass gets knee high, they turn the cattle out to graze.

“We have seen a substantial increase in yields of both our peanuts and cotton crops behind the cattle operations,” Hendricks says. “We feel like the cover crop along with the cattle grazing really helps us as far as utilizing our land and making the best crops that we can.”

The crops on the farm are strip-till

planted and they try to leave the cover crop residue the best they can when planting.

grants for equipment such as GPS systems, a grain drill and cross-fencing which is beneficial to the farm.

“We find that it helps us suppress weeds and allows us to maintain moisture and organic matter in the crop throughout the year,” Hendricks says.

“We try to go through our best management practices because we want to take care of this farm for ourselves and for future generations,” Hendricks says. “The programs offered are beneficial, especially for farmers interested in utilizing more cover crops.”

In the past few years, Hendricks has worked with some of the programs through the Blackwater Soil and Water Conservation District, Natural Resources Conservation Service and Farm Service Agency office to implement some of their conservation management plans.

“We found that there are a lot of benefits cover crops offer us as far as limiting soil erosion and helping increase organic matter,” Hendricks says. “For the cotton side of it, the cover crops suppress a lot of wind and dust in the springtime. So, having that root mass helps hold the soil together and is a big benefit for us in cotton.”

There are several programs available through NRCS and FSA office where, Hendricks has received

Hendricks has also partnered with researchers at the University of Florida by having weather stations installed on the farm and conducting on-farm research trials.

“It is a little time consuming on our part, but the UF researchers do a good job as far as trying to limit our time and inputs that are required, which is really appreciated because farming is a full-time job as everyone knows,” Hendricks says. “I feel very lucky to have the University of Florida research and education center right down the road.”

Hendricks and Son Farms has planted a variety of peanut cultivars

through the years, but the last few years have predominantly been Georgia-06G. In 2022, they branched out a little and planted some Georgia12Y and AU-NPL 17, along with the Georgia-06G. “We have had pretty good success with all the varieties; some better than others,” Hendricks says. “I think we have a good mix that we may use throughout the next few years.”

“From our experience, the UF variety trials along with all of the other research projects have really benefited farmers in this area,” Hendricks says.

“Without them doing some of the cutting-edge research they do, we wouldn’t have as many tools in our tool belt every single year.”

Hendricks and Son Farms is a true family farming operation with three generations right now, but the Hendricks family hope the next generation will follow in their footsteps and continue to care for the land, grow crops and raise livestock in the Florida Panhandle. 

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Checkoff Report

Investments Made by Growers for the Future of the Peanut Industry Georgia Peanuts promoted through sporting events

Georgia Peanuts are available at concession stands inside UGA's Sanford Stadium during football games this fall.

Promotion of Georgia Peanuts took to the airwaves this fall with radio ads broadcasted across multiple networks including: the Atlanta Braves radio network, Georgia Southern football radio, Georgia Tech and University of Georgia football radio, as well as Jacksonville Jaguars radio. Ads across these networks reach millions of sports fans across the Southeast throughout the last half of 2023.

In addition to radio ads, peanut promotion has taken place online through digital and social media, onsite via sampling opportunities and in-stadium on ribbon boards.

New for football season, the 5.5 ounce pack of Georgia Peanuts is available for purchase at concession stands at UGA’s Sanford Stadium during all 2023 home games.

Georgia Peanuts promoted through ag days across the state School children of all ages receive information about Georgia peanuts at various events and ag days across the state of Georgia. The Georgia Peanut Commission provides educational materials for teachers, coloring books, activity books, peanuts and more to school systems. This fall, educational materials have been distributed to events as far north as Habersham David West with the Georgia Peanut Commission visits with County and as far south as Lowndes County, along a family during the Destination with multiple counties in between. Peanuts were also Ag Day at ABAC's Georgia promoted at ABAC's Georgia Museum of Agriculture Museum of Agriculture.

Destination Ag Day event in September.

Georgia Peanut Bank Week celebrates peanut harvest The Georgia Peanut Commission and Georgia Bankers Association joined forces Oct. 16-20, 2023, to promote the 47th annual Georgia Peanut Bank Week.

More than 130 financial institutions and local banks across the state offered a tribute to Georgia’s 4,000+ peanut farm families and the sustainability they provide to Georgia’s state and local economies.

The 2023 theme, "Counting on Georgia Peanuts" showcased the affordable and nutritious peanut.

Georgia Peanut Commission partners with Family Features for food page on peanuts The Georgia Peanut Commission partnered with Family Features for a “Power Family Favorites with Peanut Protein” food page, social media posts and video. The full color food page was made available to newspapers, magazines and bloggers across the United States from July to October.

The food page featured four recipes including Mexinut Dip, Asian Peanut Slaw, Beef and Peanut Empanadas with Chimichurri and Peanut Butter Banana Pops. The promotion also featured social media amplification through Culinary.net. Lastly, the campaign featured a video for Peanut Butter Ice Cream Sandwiches which had 310,467 views. The total program garnered more than 566 million impressions.

The promotion directed the audience to the GPC website for more recipes and information. During the time of the promotion, the GPC website received 87 percent new visitors to the website and some of the most viewed web pages included the recipes from this campaign.

NASCAR Cup Series Driver Todd Gilliland finishes 12th at Talladega with Georgia Peanuts The Georgia Peanut Commission returned to support NASCAR Cup Series driver, Todd Gilliland, and the No. 38 car with the Front Row Motorsports team in October at Talladega Superspeedway for the YellaWood 500. The Commission continued their sponsorship after running their colors with Gilliland earlier this year in Atlanta. When the checkered flag ended the race, Gilliland finished in 12th place.

“Talladega is one of my favorite tracks. It gets adrenaline pumping. Just like any other superspeedway, it’s all about surviving and being there in the end. This team can do that," Gilliland says. "It’s super cool to see Georgia Peanuts back on the car. Their peanuts are my go-to snack before any race.

The paint scheme is one of the coolest on the track, too. The fans love it and it’s just a lot of fun.”

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FPPA announces scholarship recipients The Florida Peanut Producers scholarship was awarded to three high school graduates across Florida. FPPA congratulate them and wish them the best of luck as they embark on their education journey.

Haylee Tillman - Calhoun County, Fla.

Haylee Tillman

Tillman will be attending Chipola College in Marianna, Florida. She will transfer to the University of Florida for a Bachelor of Biomedical Science to further her dream of becoming a medical researcher after college. Tillman's father and grandfather are both farmers, so at an early age agricultural sciences were very impactful in developing her love for science.

Maddie Carte - Suwannee County, Fla.

Maddie Carte

Carte is attending Mars Hill University in Mars Hill, North Carolina, majoring in political science with a minor in pre-law.

She plans on being an agricultural lobbyist to advocate for agriculture. She graduated Suwannee County High School in 2023 and was very active in FFA and the varsity weightlifting team.

Will Hall - Walton County, Fla.

Will Hall

Hall is a freshman at Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College (ABAC) in Tifton, Georgia, majoring in agriculture. After graduation, he plans to go back to the farm to work alongside his dad on the family farm. His dream is to take over the peanut and cotton production and use his college education to grow the farm.

University of Florida farm field days held in August

Florida farmers learn more about research at the University of Florida field days in August.

attendance.

The University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) North Florida Peanut Field Day was held Aug. 10, in Marianna, Florida, and the UF/ IFAS Extension Farm Field Day was held Aug. 24 in Jay, Florida. These events covered peanut varieties, insect pest updates, nutrients, disease and weed management.

Both events offered an educational field tour that gave producers a visual of the various trials. The Florida Peanut Producers Association sponsored both field day events and provided hats and roasted peanuts to the farmers in

Florida Peanuts promoted through New Zealand Arts Foundation Jonathan Scott is a first-generation New Zealander whose great-grandfather was a peanut farmer in Marianna, Florida.

Growing up in a military family, they finally put roots down in New Zealand on a small family farm. Scott is a photographer working with the New Zealand Arts Foundation to complete a project on his family history in the peanut fields.

Florida farmer Michael Davis shares He traveled to Marianna, Florida, to tour peanut information about peanuts with Jonathan Scott, a photographer with farms and see the places and land his greatgrandfather had farmed for many years. the New Zealand Arts Foundation.

Alabama promotes peanuts at Auburn's homecoming The Alabama Peanut Producers Association set up a peanut exhibit at the Auburn Alabama peanuts University were well received by homecoming football fans at Auburn University. game on Sept.

16. APPA was able to give out over 2,500 packs of peanuts at the CocaCola Fan Fest outside of Jordan Hare Stadium. Football fans were glad to have a protein-packed snack to power their day!

APPA joins WREC for row crop field day The Wiregrass Research and Extension Center hosted the annual Farmers attending the Agronomic WREC Row Crop Field Crops Field Day receive updates Day on Aug.18. on the APPA funded Farmers research projects. and industry professionals gathered to listen to a variety of agricultural research professionals give explanations of their research projects, such as those funded by the Alabama Peanut Producers Association, and answer questions from the crowd. Attendees were able to hear mid-season crop updates from area specialists. APPA also provided peanuts for the guests.

APPA joins Farmers On Foster event in Dothan The Alabama Peanut Producers Association attended the inaugural Farmers on Foster event. The evening focused on sharing local agriculture with the community.

APPA handed out peanuts and grilled PB&J sandwiches.

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The Big Peanut

Peanut icon restored in Ashburn, Georgia

By Joy Crosby

Ashburn native Cole Sercer, owner of Sercer Machine and Fabrication, devoted approximately 800 man-hours to craft the 16.5 foot tall sheet metal replica of the peanut which sits at Exit 82 on Interstate 75.

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ourists traveling up and down Interstate 75 in Georgia have a familiar sight to see again with the reinstallation of the peanut statue, better known as “The Big Peanut.” In 2018, the peanut statue met his fate when the strong winds from Hurricane Michael toppled the statue over on its side.

Erected in 1975, this monumental structure stood 20 feet tall, serving as a fitting tribute to the vital role of peanuts in Turner County's economy and the lives of its farmers. The monument was dedicated to the memory of Nora Lawrence, a journalist who served as the editor and copublisher of Ashburn's esteemed local newspaper.

In 1998, the fiberglass legume gained official recognition as the state of Georgia's official peanut monument, further solidifying its significance. The Peanut Monument

even achieved international recognition when Mila Kunis and Ashton Kutcher captured a memorable selfie in front of the illustrious nut, subsequently sharing it with their followers on Instagram.

It was even featured as a clue on the national television show Jeopardy.

Undoubtedly, the peanut became an instant landmark.

Sercer, assisted by Justin Dallas and Jake Rice, devoted approximately 800 man-hours to crafting a 16.5-foottall sheet metal replica of the peanut, complete with an exquisite crown to sit atop the existing base.

As soon as news spread that the statue had fallen, fans began inquiring about donations for the reconstruction. The Turner County Young Farmers lead the local charge to recover the Big Peanut using a GoFundMe account, which raised funds from folks near and far. Georgia State Senator Carden Summers worked to secure a $55,000 appropriation in the Fiscal Year 2023 Marketing and Promotion Budget of the Georgia Department of Agriculture. Additionally, funds were donated from the Georgia Peanut Commission, AgGeorgia Farm Credit, Turner County Arts Council, Ashburn Turner County Chamber of Commerce, as well as various businesses and organizations in Turner County.

The restoration was completed, and The Big Peanut was erected on June 12, 2023. The Ashburn Turner County Chamber of Commerce held an official Peanut Rededication Ceremony on July 20, 2023. More than 100 guests attended the celebration for the new monument, which will greet travelers passing by Ashburn, Georgia on Interstate 75 for years to come. 

The estimated costs to restore the peanut ranged from $75,000 to $85,000. With the necessary funds secured, the search commenced for the ideal candidate to undertake this important restoration. Then interim County Manager Nick Denham found the perfect match in Cole Sercer, a skilled resident of Turner County and owner of Sercer Machine and Fabrication.

"We needed someone with the talent, the means, and the willingness to take on the job probably no one’s ever done before," Denham says. “I’m proud we were able to find someone from Turner County to do the work and not have to go out of state for it.”

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“It was built with an English wheel, each piece of metal had to be handbent and shaped to get the curves in it just right,” Sercer says.

Cole Sercer, Justin Dallas and Jake Rice constructed the new peanut statue with metal.

Each piece of metal was hand-bent and shaped to get the curves of the peanut in the right spot.

After construction, the peanut was painted a light tan color.

Once the new design was complete, The Big Peanut monument was hauled from Sercer Machine and Fabrication to the location off of Insterstate 75 in Ashburn, Ga. The new monument was installed on June 12, 2023.

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Southern Peanut growers conference in review

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By Joy Crosby

he 2023 Southern Peanut Growers Conference was held July 27-29, 2023, at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Miramar Beach, Florida. The threeday event provided farmers with information relating to the future of non-food uses of peanuts, precision agriculture, legislative updates and more. The event also allowed farmers the opportunity to visit with multiple companies offering services or new products for the farm.

The second general session focused on the strengths of precision agriculture with speakers Steve Li, Auburn University; Ian Small, University of Florida; and Simer Virk, University of Georgia. The third general session focused on legislative activities and featured Congressman Austin Scott, R-Georgia. Congressman Scott addressed the group with an update on ag policy.

The opening general session focused on exploring the future of non-food uses of peanuts with Nino Brown, University of Georgia peanut breeder; Marshall Lamb, research leader with the USDA ARS National Peanut Research Lab; and Atanu Biswas with the USDA ARS National Center for Agricultural Utilization Research.

David Yoder with Valent presented the 2023 Valor Award to Lewis Carter Jr., chairman of Lewis Carter Manufacturing. Carter has dedicated nearly 50 years in service to the peanut industry by serving in a variety of roles with various peanut organizations.

LMC, based in Donalsonville, Georgia, is a leader in industrial separation equipment using sizing, aspirating, and applying color sorting systems for the peanut industry.

Brown discussed the role in peanut breeding and the development of varieties for both high oleic and the normal oleic peanut market. The peanuts with a higher oil content could be used for the jet fuel market or other uses. According to Lamb, the peanut industry needs to find new uses for peanuts and these expanded uses would provide good economic opportunities for the entire peanut industry.

The Big Game Show provides entertainment during the opening dinner at the 2023 Southern Peanut Growers Conference.

Seminole, Texas.

Photos, speaker presentations, interviews and more are available online at the Southern Peanut Farmers Federation website at www. southernpeanutfarmers.org. 

Awards were presented during the conference to deserving farmers.

Farm Press presented the 2023 Peanut Efficiency Awards during the breakfast on Saturday morning. The 2023 winners are: Upper Southeast: Colt and Brandon Woody, Aiken, South Carolina; Lower Southeast: Ryan Jenkins, Jay, Florida; Delta: Triple D Farms, Sikeston, Missouri; and Southwest: John Reddecop,

Michelle Miller, Farm Babe, encourages farmers to speak up and educate others about agriculture during the conference luncheon.

photos, speaker Presentations, interviews and more Available online at www.southernpeanutfarmers.org.

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Congressman Austin Scott, R-Ga., provides an update on ag policy and the farm bill during the 2023 Southern Peanut Growers Conference.

John Altom (left) and David Yoder (right) with Valent, present the 2023 Valor Award to Lewis Carter Jr., (center) chairman of Lewis Carter Manufacturing in Donalsonville, Ga., during the 2023 Southern Peanut Growers Conference.

The 2023 Farm Press Peanut Efficiency Award winners are (left to right) Delta: Bill, Clay, Mark, Matt and Hunter Deane of Triple D Farms, Sikeston, Missouri; Southwest: John Reddecop, Seminole, Texas; Upper Southeast: Colt Woody, Aiken, S.C., and Lower Southeast: Ryan Jenkins, Jay, Fla. Not pictured is Upper Southeast winner, Brandon Woody.

Randell leads Peanut Sustainability program

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llie Randell joined the American Peanut Council as director of sustainability in August. Based out of Douglas, Georgia, Randell will oversee APC’s Sustainable U.S. Peanuts Initiative, an industry-wide and industry-fueled data-collection platform that helps growers tell their sustainability story.

Randell comes to APC from Premium Peanut where she was a grower liaison. In this role she led enrollment of more than 100 growers in the Sustainable U.S. Peanuts Initiative, while also delivering training and support for the 2021-2022 crop years.

Randell has a master's of plant protection and pest management from the University of Georgia and a bachelor's of science in agriculture from Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, Georgia.

"Allie's in-depth understanding of peanut crop production and her experience with Sustainable U.S. Peanuts will take the program to the next level of effectiveness," says APC President and CEO Richard Owen.

"Her ability to work well with growers as we continue to build the program and increase grower participation will be a huge asset for APC." Randell's portfolio will include working closely with APC's Sustainability Committee to draft standard operating procedures on grower enrollment, data collection and

verification processes. She will provide training and support to stakeholders to help enroll their grower networks, and work closely with state peanut associations and state Extension services to activate recruitment programs in their respective states and regions. She will also represent APC at trade shows, as well as industry meetings across the peanut belt to raise awareness of the program.

Allie Randell Director of Sustainability American Peanut Council

"Environmental sustainability is an inherent part of peanut production in the U.S., and that message needs to be heard at every step of the supply chain from producer to consumer," Randell says. "I am passionate about supporting the role peanut growers play in sustainable food production and thrilled to be joining APC in leading the expansion of the Sustainable U.S. Peanuts Initiative."

The Sustainable U.S. Peanuts platform is now open for growers to enroll their 2023 crop year. For more information on how to enroll, visit sustainableuspeanuts.org or contact Randell at arandell@peanutsusa.com. 

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Lepicier Named New President of National Peanut Board

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fter a nationwide executive search, the National Peanut Board is proud to announce Ryan Lepicier as the board’s new president and CEO beginning Jan. 1, 2024. Lepicier has an extensive career, most recently serving as NPB’s senior vice president and chief marketing officer.

"Over the last 15 years of dedicated service to NPB, Ryan has exemplified great professional leadership and communication skills to both staff and industry partners alike," says NPB Chairman and Virginia Board member, Paul Rogers. "Ryan was instrumental in helping the board with the current mission, which is to improve the economic condition of America's peanut farmers and their families through compelling promotion and groundbreaking research. Ryan will keep this in the forefront as he leads NPB into its next chapter. I am very fortunate to have been involved in the selection process and am very much looking forward to Ryan's vision and leadership serving as president and CEO of the National Peanut Board."

NPB vice chairman and member of the executive search committee Greg Baltz says, "The search committee of the board performed an extensive search process to select our next president and CEO. With the assistance of executive search firm Vetted Solutions, we were able to interview several highly qualified and talented individuals.

Because we knew that Ryan was a candidate for the position, the bar was set high. As the interviews concluded, it became obvious that Ryan's talent and preparation make him uniquely situated to become our next president and CEO."

Lepicier has a journalism/media background and an MBA from Auburn University.

In his more than 15 years leading marketing and communications at NPB, U.S. per capita consumption has reached all-time highs and the headwinds from peanut allergy are slowing as promising new solutions Ryan Lepicier President & CEO are on the horizon. Prior National Peanut Board to NPB, Lepicier served as communications manager for the Office of the Mayor of the City of Atlanta, a multimedia producer for Oregon Public Broadcasting and worked as a television news reporter and anchor at several network affiliate TV stations.

"It's an honor to work alongside America's peanut farmers to promote delicious, nutritious and sustainable USA-grown peanuts," Lepicier says. "As we look to the future, I'm excited to work with our industry partners to grow peanut consumption to new heights, find innovative new uses for the peanuts we grow and make progress toward eradicating peanut allergy."

Lepicier replaces retiring president & CEO Bob Parker.

The National Peanut Board is grateful for Parker's 11 years of dedicated service on behalf of America’s peanut farmers and expects a seamless transition. 

Georgia Deer Impact Study

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Survey Deadline - Friday, Nov. 10, 2023

ver the last several years, deer have increasingly impacted Georgia farmers and been detrimental across Georgia’s food and fiber production.

Georgia Farm Bureau has collaborated with the Georgia Department of Agriculture and University of Georgia Extension to develop a deer impact survey to determine losses due to deer across the state over the last five years. Data collected from this survey will be used in support of increased mitigation measures and reform, research expansion and legislative education.

"We hope farmers will take the time to submit their best estimates regarding deer damage from the last five years," says Raynor Churchwell, agricultural program manager with the Georgia Farm Bureau Federation.

If a farmer has more than one county affected by deer damage, they should complete the survey and select the option to submit data for another county.

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Farmers can access the survey online at georgiafarmbureau.regfox.com/georgiadeersurvey or by scanning the QR code. The deadline for survey submissions is Nov. 10, 2023. 

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Georgia Peanut Farm Show set for Jan. 18, 2024, in Tifton Show includes cxhibits, continuing education, awards and more

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roducers can fine-tune their farming operation with information gained at the 47th annual Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference, held at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center in January. The event will be held Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Peanut farmers and those involved in the peanut industry will be able to learn more about the latest products, services and peanut research at the 2024 Georgia Peanut Farm Show and Conference. The show is sponsored and coordinated by the Georgia Peanut Commission.

The one-day show offers farmers the opportunity to view the products and services of nearly 100 exhibitors and continuing education for the 2024 production season.

Farm Show chairman Rodney Dawson is looking forward to the 2024 show.

“I encourage farmers to attend this one-day show in Tifton,” Dawson says. “The knowledge they will gain from industry representatives and

The 2024 Georgia Peanut Farm Show is set for Jan. 18, 2024, at the University of Georgia Tifton Campus Conference Center.

seminars is an investment in the future of their farm.”

The University of Georgia will present an educational peanut production seminar on Thursday morning from 9:00 until 10:30 a.m.

An industry seed seminar will also be held Thursday morning from 10:35 to 11:35 a.m. This event is sponsored by the American Peanut

Georgia Peanut Farm Show January 18, 2024 UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center Tifton, Georgia Jan. 18, 2024 8:00 p.m. - Show Opens 9:00 - 10:30 a.m. - UGA Peanut Production Seminar 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. - Blood Drive 10:35 - 11:35 a.m. - Industry Seed Seminar Noon - Awards Luncheon 2:00 p.m. - Grand Door Prize 2:30 p.m. - Show Closes

Check out www.GaPeanuts.com for more info!

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Shellers Association Committee on Variety & Seed Development, Peanut Foundation, Southern Peanut Farmers Federation and the Georgia Peanut Commission. Growers will be able to learn about farm-saved seed, peanut varieties available for 2024 and varieties on the horizon.

Farmers will also have the opportunity to earn credit toward their private or commercial pesticide applicator certification.

A free luncheon begins at noon for all attendees, with an opportunity for farmers to win more than $40,000 in door prizes afterward. The Georgia Peanut Commission will present a short program beginning at 12:15 p.m. that will cover award presentations and other special recognitions.

The Georgia Peanut Commission, in cooperation with One Blood, will hold a blood drive from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at the UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center during the show.

For more information on the show, contact GPC at 229-386-3470 or online at www.gapeanuts.com. 

Georgia Young Peanut farmer award nominations due dec. 1

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Crop Protection Products. “We are committed to agriculture and bringing new innovative solutions to producers that will allow them to continue to be successful.”

ominations are now open for the Outstanding Georgia Young Peanut Farmer. The state winner will be announced at the Georgia Peanut Farm Show on Thursday, Jan. 18, 2024, in Tifton, Georgia. The award is sponsored by the Georgia Peanut Commission and BASF. The Outstanding Georgia Young Peanut Farmer Award is based upon the applicant’s overall farm operation; environmental and stewardship practices; and leadership, civic, church and community service activities.

“We have so many young peanut farmers making a difference in their communities and I consider this awards program a great opportunity to recognize one young peanut farmer for their contributions to the agricultural industry,” says Joe Boddiford, chairman of the Georgia Peanut Commission.

The award is open for any active

Applications are due to the GPC office by Friday, Dec. 1, 2023. The award application is available online at www.gapeanuts.com or by contacting Joy Crosby at 229-386-3690 or emailing joycrosby@gapeanuts.com.

Georgia peanut farmer who is not over 45 years of age, as of Jan. 18, 2024. An individual may receive the award only once. There is no limit on the number of applicants from each county in Georgia.

The 2023 award was presented to Adam Curles of Camilla, Georgia. The award winner receives registration and hotel accommodations to attend the Southern Peanut Growers Conference, July 17-19, 2024, at the Westin Savannah Harbor Resort, Savannah, Georgia, and a sign to display at his or her farm. 

“BASF is honored to be a sponsor of the Outstanding Georgia Young Peanut Farmer Award,” says Dan Watts, district manager of BASF

Download Application online at www.GApeanuts.Com.

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2023 Georgia Peanut Tour showcases peanut belt

By Joy Crosby

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he thirty-fifth annual Georgia Peanut Tour was held Sept.

12-14, 2023, in Bainbridge, Georgia, and the surrounding area.

Each year, the tour provides attendees the most up-to-date information on peanuts by showcasing a broad view of the industry through farm visits, processing and handling, as well as research facilities in the state. For 2023, tour stops were made in Decatur and Seminole Counties.

Tour attendees began day one with a Hot Topics session highlighting an update on the 2023 crop, an update on the farm bill and a special focus on advancement in integrative precision agriculture for enhanced peanut production and processing.

During the remainder of the tour, attendees were able to see nearly every aspect of peanut production in the state.

On the next two days of the tour, stops were made at farms in Decatur County, Harrell Ag Products, SunSouth LLC, LMC Manufacturing and American Peanut Growers Group. Research was highlighted on the tour at the University of Georgia Attapulgus Research Station.

This year, attendees were able to see peanut digging at Davis

During the 2023 Georgia Peanut Tour, attendees were able to see peanut harvest at Glenn Heard Farms in Brinson, Ga.

Farms in Bainbridge and picking of peanuts at Glenn Heard Farms in Brinson. Attendees were able view a harvest maturity clinic from University of Georgia Extension agents at the Cloud Livestock Pavilion.

The Georgia Peanut Commission, University of Georgia-Tifton Campus and Griffin Campus, Southwest Research and Education Center, Attapulgus Research and Education

Center and the USDA Agricultural Research Service National Peanut Research Lab coordinate the tour.

The 2023 tour included 150 industry representatives from 15 states and four countries including Mexico, Malawi, Sudan and Senegal.

To learn more about the 2023 tour stops, visit the tour blog online at georgiapeanuttour.com. 

2023 Georgia Peanut Tour Sponsors Gold Sponsors

American Peanut Shellers Assn.

Bayer CropScience Colombo North America Concept Agri-Tek Corteva Agriscience First State Bank of Bainbridge & Donalsonville Nichino America Nutrien Ag Solutions Southwest Georgia Farm Credit Vicam

Silver Sponsors

Able Ag Solutions Georgia Federal State Inspection Service Georgia Organics KMC National Peanut Board Nuseed OFI UGA Innovation Gateway

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Bronze Sponsors

Ag Technologies Chambliss Seed LLC Georgia Organic Peanut Association MBFI National Peanut Buying Points Assn.

Premium Peanut Southeastern Peanut Farmer

Supporter Sponsors

American Peanut Council McKee Foods Peanut Grower

Georgia Peanut Achievement Club Seventeen farmers recognized for 2022 high yields

By Joy Crosby

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eventeen farmers were recently announced by the University of Georgia Peanut Team for their high yielding peanuts in 2022. The high yields ranged from 4,781 to 6,493 pounds per acre.

The winners were recognized at a dinner in August which was sponsored by the University of Georgia Peanut Team, the Georgia Peanut Commission, American Peanut Shellers Association, National Peanut Buying Points Association, AMVAC, Bayer, BASF and Nichino America.

Many of the high yielding farmers agree that having a good rotation, good quality seed and good weather make all the difference with their yields. Additionally, the timing of applications for disease, weed and insect management are key in achieving high yields.

“Many of the state winners combine their management practices of crop rotation and critical timing of applications to reach these high yields,” says Scott Monfort, University of Georgia Extension peanut agronomist. “The yields are counted for the entire farm, irrigated or dryland; and they continue to increase year after year.”

Another component of the farmers’ success is following recommendations from the Extension service and asking questions.

According to a report on the production practices of the 2022 winners, the majority use a three-year rotation plan with other crops such as cotton or corn. Most of the winners plant in twin rows during the month of May. Another trait among the high yield winners is cultivar selection with many of the winners planting the Georgia06G cultivar. Other cultivars planted by the winners include TifNV-High O/L

The 2022 Georgia Peanut Achievement Club state winners were recognized at an awards ceremony Aug. 26, 2023, at Jekyll Island, Ga.

and Georgia-12Y. The 2022 Georgia Peanut Achievement Club overall state winners are Brandon DeWitt, Brooks County, with 6,493 pounds per acre in the 100-299 acreage category; Mike Newberry, Early County, with 6,418 pounds per acre in the 100299 acreage category; Kerry and Lisa Hodges, Screven County, with 5,754 pounds per acre in the 300-699 acreage category; and 4 Miller Farms, Seminole County, with 6,293 pounds per acre in the 700-plus acreage category.

The District 1 winners are Wes Gaston, Sumter County, with 5,133 pounds per acre in the 100-299 category; Jerry Jones, Webster County, with 5,019 pounds per acre in the 100-299 acreage category; and Trey Jones, Webster County, with 4,718 pounds per acre in the 300-699 acreage category.

The District 2 winners are Adam Tabb, Miller County, with 6,119 pounds per acre in the 100-299

acreage category; John Gaines Jr., Baker County, with 6,089 pounds per acre in the 100-299 acreage category; and Judson Hornsby, Seminole County, with 5,840 pounds per acre in the 700-plus acreage category.

The District 3 winners are Larry Ray Walker, Ben Hill County, with 5,957 pounds per acre in the 100-299 acreage category; Buckhead Creek Farms, Jenkins County, with 5,372 pounds per acre in the 300-699 acreage category; David Selph, Wilcox County, with 5,400 pounds per acre in the 300-699 acreage category; and Charles Smith Jr., Jefferson County, with 5,827 pounds per acre in the 700plus acreage category.

The District 4 winners are Chase Farms, Macon County, with 5,275 pounds per acre in the 100-299 acreage category; Hulin Reeves Jr., Irwin County, with 5,603 pounds per acre in the 300-699 acreage category; and Nellwood Farms, Bulloch County, with 5,349 pounds per acre in the 700plus category. 

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Washington Outlook

By Robert L. Redding Jr.

U.S. Peanut Federation sends letter on H-2A for peanut processors The United States Peanut Federation recently sent a letter to members of the U.S. House Agriculture Committee H-2A Working Group advocating for the inclusion of peanut shellers and buying points in eligibility for participation in the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program.

H-2A program has been reserved for traditional agricultural work that occurs on the farm (planting, harvesting, etc.). However, there are some notable exceptions, such as the eligibility of cotton ginners to use the H-2A program.

Earlier this year, U.S. House Committee on Agriculture Chairman Glenn "GT" Thompson, R-Pennsylvania, and Ranking Member David Scott, D-Georgia, announced a bipartisan agriculture labor working group to address labor issues.

Members of the working group were selected from current Agriculture Committee members and aim to represent every sector and geographic region of American agriculture.

The agriculture industry is facing a significant labor shortage. In recent years, it has become increasingly difficult to find a reliable domestic agricultural workforce, despite good wages and working conditions. This labor shortage has been especially difficult for peanut processors (buying points and shellers), who are currently ineligible to participate in the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program.

Peanut processing is an essential part of the agricultural process of preparing peanuts for market. After harvest, peanuts are taken to a buying point where they are dried and graded, then they move through the shelling process to be cleaned, de-hulled, and sorted into kernels. The vast majority of peanuts grown in the U.S. go through the shelling process, and a small percentage of peanut varietals are sold in-shell.

As stated in the letter, peanut processors are currently excluded from participating in the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program because peanut processing is not considered "agricultural work." Historically, the

Extending the H-2A program to include peanut processors will be an essential tool to ensure the peanut industry has a strong, reliable workforce to continue to produce a great agricultural product.

USPF Washington D.C. fly-in

U.S. DOL and U.S. DHS propose new H-2A regulations

Representatives from the U.S. Peanut Federation traveled to Washington, D.C. in September for a fall Fly-In. During their trip, USPF representatives met with key members of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, as well as senior agricultural staff to discuss issues facing the peanut industry today. The USPF Fly-In is essential to connect with Congress about peanut industry priorities, especially since Farm Bill programs are up for reauthorization in 2023. Farm Bill programs expire on Sept. 30.

On Sept. 12, 2023, the U.S. Department of Labor (DOL) announced the issuance of a Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), Improving Protections for Workers in Temporary Agricultural Employment in the United States. The NPRM proposes to amend the regulations governing the certification of temporary employment of nonimmigrant workers employed in temporary or seasonal agricultural employment and the enforcement of the contractual obligations applicable to employers of these nonimmigrant workers.

During their meetings, representatives of the U.S. Peanut Federation discussed the rising costs of production for peanuts, the Price Loss Coverage (PLC) program and peanut priorities for the 2023 Farm Bill.

The working group recently released a survey to gauge producer opinions on agricultural workforce issues, which they will use to compile an interim report analyzing the current H-2A program as well as a final report with recommendations.

USPF is requesting peanut industry groups and individuals fill out this survey advocating for the inclusion of processors in eligibility for the H-2A Temporary Agricultural Program.

The proposed rule, "2023 H-2A Worker Protection NPRM," is available at www.regulations.gov and is open for comment until Nov. 14, 2023.

On Sept. 18, 2023, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) released a new proposed rule to "Modernize H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight and Worker Protections." This proposed rule provides new whistleblower protections, enhances consequences for charging prohibited fees for visa workers and eliminates the requirement that workers who receive H-2A visas can only change to employers that use the E-Verify system to check workers’ legal status.

The proposed rule, "Modernizing H-2 Program Requirements, Oversight and Worker Protections," is available at www.regulations.gov and is open for comment until Nov. 20, 2023.

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U.S. House and Senate Appropriations Committees continue work on government funding Current government funding expires on Sept. 30, 2023, and the U.S. House and U.S. Senate are both working hard to approve the 12 appropriations bills. In the U.S. House of Representatives, Speaker Kevin McCarthy is proposing a Continuing Resolution that would extend government funding for a set amount of time beyond the Sept. 30 deadline.

Earlier this year, the U.S. House Appropriations Committee approved the Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations bill in a 34 to 27 vote. The legislation provides a total of $25.313 billion for programs under the jurisdiction of the Subcommittee, $532 million (2.1 percent) below the Fiscal Year 2023 enacted level and $3.622 billion (12.5 percent) below the FY24 President’s Budget Request.

Included in the bill are peanut provisions proposed by Agriculture Subcommittee Ranking Member Sanford Bishop, D-Georgia, and supported by the peanut industry.

These U.S. Peanut Federation supported research initiatives, aflatoxin and nutrition, are in their third year of funding. Total funding for FY23 was $4 million for aflatoxin research at the U.S. Department

of Agriculture’s Peanut Research Laboratory in Dawson, Georgia, Fort Valley State University and other land grant universities, and $1.5 million for the USDA Agricultural Research Service to work on peanut nutrition priorities. ARS has been working with The Peanut Institute on nutrition projects.

For FY24, total proposed funding is $2 million for peanut nutrition research and $4 million for aflatoxin research. Legislative report language is as follows: Peanut Nutrition Research The Committee recognizes the need for more research to identify how peanut consumption contributes to overall health and wellness and reduces chronic disease risk in various groups and across the lifespan. The Committee provides an increase of $500,000 to support peanut nutrition research. Research topics should include chronic diseases, nutrition and wellness across the lifespan, health disparities, dietary patterns for optimal health and nutrition for the future.

Peanut Research The Committee provides no less than the FY23 level to support research activities to mitigate aflatoxin contamination in peanuts. The

Committee directs ARS to enhance ongoing collaborations with landgrant institutions to further advance research efforts.

In the U.S. Senate, a three bill "minibus" that consists of the Transportation Housing and Urban Development bill, the Military Construction-VA bill, and the Agriculture and FDA bill is currently being considered.

A number of amendments were filed for consideration in this legislation, including one proposed

by U.S. Senator Mike Lee of Utah.

The proposed amendment attempts to attach the so-called Opportunities for Fairness in Farming Act (or "OFF Act"), to the spending bill. If enacted, this amendment would substantially undermine growers' ability to promote U.S. agriculture- and natural resourcebased commodity products through research and promotion check-off programs like the National Peanut Board.

The U.S. Peanut Federation (USPF) along with the American Farm Bureau Federation and 26 other agriculture groups signed on to a letter to Senators Schumer and McConnell opposing this amendment.

U.S. Peanut Federation Signs on to RUTF Letter The U.S. Peanut Federation recently signed a letter with other commodity and nutrition groups advocating for the inclusion of ReadyTo-Use Therapeutic Food (RUTF) in new Commodity Credit Corporation in-kind international food assistance.

Department of Agriculture has notified Congress they plan to spend nearly $1.4 billion on a program to help farm groups market their commodities overseas, and another $1.1 billion to pay for commodity-based international food aid.

On Aug. 28, 2023, U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairwoman Stabenow and Ranking Member Boozman sent a letter to U.S. Department of Agriculture Secretary Vilsack to use CCC Charter Act authorities to support the creation of new and better market opportunities for our nation's farmers by addressing two key needs: trade promotion and in-kind international food assistance.

In response to this request, the U.S.

Details have not been released yet detailing how these funds will be utilized, but USPF and other groups are advocating that RUTF be incorporated into the program. RUTF is a lifesaving essential supply item made from powdered milk, peanuts, butter, vegetable oil, sugar, and a mix of vitamins and minerals. It is used across the world to treat severe wasting in children that occurs when someone has not had enough food or

food of adequate quality.

According to the letter, "Nearly 45 million children – those most vulnerable to food insecurity – suffer from acute malnutrition, known as "wasting." Through RUTF, more than 95 percent of wasted children can recover, yet only 25 percent of children have historically had access to treatment. Thanks to leadership from USAID and Congress last year, more than $580 million was mobilized to provide a one-time increase to RUTF procurement, which has doubled the number of children being treated.

However, without sustained funding, RUTF treatment will return to previous levels of one in four children receiving the care they need.”

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National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Conference

Leslie Wagner with Southern Peanut Growers exhibits at the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Science annual conference.

Southern Peanut Growers exhibited at the National Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences Annual Conference Sept. 13 – 14, 2023, in Providence, Rhode Island. Approximately 700 FACS agents from across the United States were in attendance at the meeting where the SPG exhibit featured early introduction of peanuts to prevent peanut allergy, recipes, nutrition information, peanut curriculum for culinary and food & nutrition science, peanuts and PB spreaders.

Many of the agents outside the Southeast were unfamiliar with the early introduction recommendations and how they could include that information in their trainings to help reduce the incidence of peanut allergy in their states. The updated SPG website, PeanutButterLovers. com, offers a new “Get Your Professional PB Kit,” which allows professionals like FACS agents, registered dietitians, teachers, and medical professionals to order relevant literature and curriculum for their programs. The agents were very interested in this resource and orders already have been received as a result of this conference.

GEAFCS Conference Southern Peanut Growers and the Georgia Peanut Commission teamed up to sponsor the Georgia Extension Association of Family and Consumer Sciences annual meeting held Aug. 29, 2023. During the event, Leslie Wagner, executive director of Southern Peanut Growers, and Ali Berg, PhD, RDN, LD, with the University of Georgia's Department of Nutritional Sciences, presented an update on the Early Introduction of Peanuts to Prevent Peanut Allergy Pilot Program. Currently, 60 of Georgia's 159 counties do not have a pediatrician, so this pilot program seeks to educate parents about early introduction to prevent peanut allergy through other programs which have contact with new parents like community health departments, WIC counselors and daycare centers.

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Chef’s Roll Anti-Convention Southern Peanut Growers attended the Chef’s Roll AntiConvention in San Diego, California, Sept. 17 – 19, 2023. About 500 chefs were in attendance at this year’s conference, which focused on advanced culinary techniques, sustainability and culinary management topics.

SPG sponsored a session, "An Exploration of Sauces from Around Chef Rie Sims from Indonesia shows how to the World," which featured three chefs from different countries. Chef make Bumbu Kacang Indonesian Sauce.

Duane Nutter, chef owner of the newly-opened Southern National restaurant in the Summerhill area of Atlanta, Georgia, moderated the session. Chef Rie Sims from Indonesia showed how to make Bumbu Kacang Indonesian Sauce, which was later served at a lunch on Bakers Bacon with Crunchy Peanuts. Chef Tolu Eros from Nigeria shared Miyan Geda Chef Tolu Eros from Northern Nigerian Stew, which Nigeria shares Miyan Geda was served over fried plantain and Northern Nigerian Stew, which was served over roasted cauliflower with candied fried plantain and roasted peanuts at that evening’s dinner. cauliflower with candied Finally, Jose Cepeda from Mexico peanuts. shared Salsa Macha, a rich fried chili pepper and peanut salsa, which was served with a roasted pork dish at that evening’s dinner.

Chef Jose Cepeda from Mexico shares Salsa Macha, a rich fried chili pepper and peanut salsa served with roasted pork dish.

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Georgia’s Largest Commodity Show

January 18, 2024 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

UGA Tifton Campus Conference Center Tifton, Georgia Free farmer lunch Pesticide applicator certification Nearly 100 Exhibits Door prizes

Learn more about the 2024 Georgia Peanut Farm Show by visiting

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For more information contact: Georgia Peanut Commission P.O. Box 967, Tifton GA 31793 Phone: 229-386-3470 Fax: 229-386-3501 Email: info@gapeanuts.com