For Jacob Scott, farming has never been just about raising a crop. It’s about building a life rooted in faith, family and the hope that one day his children will choose to carry on what he started. As a first-generation farmer, Scott didn’t inherit generations of farmland or equipment. Instead, he built Scott Farms in Atmore, Alabama, through hard work …
August 4, 2026 – Washington, D.C. – The United States Peanut Federation (USPF) proudly supports the Agricultural Act of 2026 bill text released by U.S. Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman (R-AR). The proposed legislation, commonly referred to as “Farm Bill 2.0,” builds upon the historic agricultural investments included in H.R. 1, the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA) of …
Looking for a quick and delicious treat? These classic Peanut Butter Cookies come together with just three simple ingredients and are packed with rich peanut flavor. They are perfect to celebrate National Peanut Butter Cookie Day which is July 12th! Whether you’re baking with the kids, need a last-minute dessert, or simply have a craving …
Chadwick Armstrong is a fifth-generation farmer at Armstrong Farms, a family operation in Henry County that has been farming for more than 100 years. Today, the multigenerational farm grows cotton and peanuts while also raising cattle.Peanuts play a vital role in the farm’s success, accounting for 1,500 acres, or roughly one-third of the total acreage planted each year. Family has …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Farm Service Agency (FSA) announced eligible landowners have from June 1 until Aug. 31, 2026 to review and consider base acre increases on farms enrolled in the Agriculture Risk Coverage (ARC) and Price Loss Coverage (PLC) programs, as authorized by provisions included in the Working Families Tax Cuts Act, also known as the One Big Beautiful Bill …
Alabama peanut farmers who experienced weather-related losses in 2023 and 2024 have someimportant updates from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). USDA recently announced that additional funding is on the way through the SupplementalDisaster Relief Program (SDRP). Approved farmers will automatically be awarded an additional35% of calculated SDRP. This will double the original program payment, bringing the paymentfactor to an …
Planting season is officially underway, and exciting progress is happening right here in the Wiregrass. We recently had the opportunity to spend time with Dr. Simer Virk and his students from Auburn Precision Agriculture as they began their latest planting trials, research made possible through funding from the Alabama Peanut Producers Association (APPA). These trials are focused on advancing precision agriculture practices and improving …
As part of National Peanut Month, the Alabama Peanut Producers Association is highlighting the farmers who dedicate their lives to growing one of the Southeast’s most important crops. For Justin Garrett of Banks, AL, peanut farming is more than a career; it’s a lifelong passion shaped by family influence, hard work, and a deep sense of pride in the land. …
During National Peanut Month, the Alabama Peanut Producers Association is proud to highlight the farmers who work year-round to grow one of Alabama’s most iconic crops. For peanut farmers Joe Corcoran and Chase Wright, agriculture is more than a profession, it’s a lifelong passion built on family tradition, hard work, and a deep pride in feeding others. Corcoran farms as …
Legislation Provides Multiple Provisions for Peanuts March 5, 2026 – Washington, D.C. – After a two-day markup held by the U.S. House Agriculture Committee, H.R. 7567, the Farm, Food, and National Security Act of 2026 was officially passed by the Committee early this morning by a 34-17 vote. The bill was supported by Republican members of the Committee, along with seven Democratic members. …
DOTHAN, Ala. (Jan. 29, 2026) — More than 400 attendees from Alabama and Florida fine-tuned their farming operations with timely information and resources at the Alabama–Florida Peanut Trade Show on Jan. 29, 2026, at the National Peanut Festival Fairgrounds in Dothan, Alabama. The one-day event was sponsored by the Alabama Peanut Producers Association (APPA), the Florida Peanut Producers Association (FPPA), …