The Alabama Peanut Producers Association wants to say “Thank You” to the Alabama congressional delegation for voting in favor of the much needed assistance for our peanut farmers. All 7 of the Alabama U.S. Representatives and our 2 Senators voted to pass this legislation. Carl Sanders, APPA President, said, “We are very thankful for this legislation passing. It will bring …
Peanut Growers Need Assistance Before 2025 Crop Year December 14, 2024 – Washington, D.C. – United States Peanut Federation (USPF) members are disappointed after the recent breakdown of congressional discussions on the inclusion of economic assistance for farmers in upcoming appropriations legislation. Over the past few months, USPF members have participated in three separate fly-ins to Washington, D.C., urging legislators …
Peanut Growers Need Assistance Before 2025 Crop Year November 26, 2024 – Washington, D.C. – Representatives from the U.S. Peanut Federation (USPF) traveled to Washington, D.C. last week to advocate for assistance needed before the end of this year. During the trip, USPF representatives met with Members of the U.S. House of Representatives and U.S. Senate, as well as senior …
Peanut harvest is upon us, and that means it is almost time for the National Peanut Festival (NPF) Recipe Contest. The 2025 contest will be held on Thursday, Oct. 24 in the NPF Volunteer Building. Contestants can drop off their entries between 8:00 – 10:00 am. Judging begins at 10 am, and the awards ceremony will take place at 1 …
Jay Corte IV lives a similar life to many other farmers you know. His days are filled with feeding cows, spraying peanut fields, managing cover crops, and explaining to the police that peanut dust is unavoidable when harvesting the legumes. While all farmers have a variety of stories to tell, Corte has a knack for keeping life interesting. Corte …
Peanut harvest time is getting closer! The Alabama Cooperative Extension System (ACES) has released peanut pod blasting schedules for peanut producing counties, specifically in the Wiregrass. Producers are encouraged to take advantage of these opportunities to learn the optimal time for harvest of their peanut crop. Don’t see your county listed? Please call your Regional Extension Agent or Kris …
Legislation addresses reference price, voluntary base update and other peanut priorities June 13, 2024 – The U.S. Senate Agriculture, Nutrition and Forestry Committee Ranking Member John Boozman (R-AR) released the Senate Republican-drafted framework for the 2024 Farm Bill. The legislation addresses the top priorities of the U.S. Peanut Federation: The maintaining of the Price Loss Coverage Program A reference …
Each generation is tasked with the privilege of bringing up the next. A farmer is often responsible for the next generation of humans and crops in more ways than one. Much like raising a child, tending the land requires patience and dedication. With a significant investment of time and effort, raising children and crops involves a sense of responsibility and …
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced the appointment of eighteen members to serve on the Peanut Standards Board. To maintain staggered terms of office, six appointees will serve a one-year term, six will serve a two-year term, and six will serve a three-year term of office. The appointments are effective immediately. The newly appointed members are: Appointed …
On April 9, USDA announced the Final Rule on Revisions in the Women, Infant and Children (WIC) Food Packages. Despite the most recent Dietary Guidelines for Americans published in 2020 that specifically state, “Introducing peanut-containing foods in the first year reduces the risk that an infant will develop a food allergy to peanuts,” peanut foods have not been included in the infant …
USDA Announces Voting Period for Continuance Referendum for National Peanut Research and Promotion Program Eligible peanut producers can opt to vote electronically or by paper ballot. FEB 28, 2024 – ATLANTA, GA – The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has published a notice in the Federal Register announcing a referendum among eligible producers of peanuts to determine whether they favor …
The Alabama Peanut Producers Association and the Alabama Peanut Team kick-off the 2024 Alabama Peanut Production meetings on Monday, Feb. 12 in Cullman, AL. This is the first of eight meetings that will be held across the state for peanut farmers. Peanut farmers will hear the latest research-based recommendations for managing disease, insects and weeds on their farm. A …