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January 30, 2024 | Vol. 9, Issue 5

Hemp Meetings

Set for Alabama

The Alabama Department of Agriculture and Industries (ADAI) will host four industrial hemp meetings for new and seasoned growers next month. Find out why.

Nematode Management Vital for Peach Production

Nematode management is essential for peach production in the Southeast. Read more.

Peaches in Florida:

Low Chill Hours Makes Production Challenging

Chill hours in Florida have been extremely low in recent years. It makes producing peaches, even those requiring minimal chill hours, challenging, if not impossible. Read more.

Transparency Needed: Legislators, Industry Leaders Want Clarification with AEWR

What started out as good intentions with the Adverse Effect Wage Rate (AEWR) has evolved into a system disadvantageous to specialty crop producers. Read more.

El Niño Aftermath:

Florida Strawberry Producers Behind on Volume

Persistent rainy days and cloudy weather in recent weeks have impacted strawberry production in South Florida. Producers like Matt Parke are behind with their volume due to the lack of sunshine in the region. Read more.

Algal Stem Blotch a Growing Concern for Southeast Blueberry Producers

A fungal pathogen that was isolated to South Florida blueberries not too long ago is now on the radar of growers in North Florida and South Georgia. Read more.

In Other News...

American Pecan Council Aims to Boost India Exports with Reverse Trade Mission

What’s Happening? Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates

Specialty Crop Block Grants: ADAI Accepting Applications

USDA NASS Conducts Hemp Survey

Chilli Thrips Emerging Pest to Georgia Blueberries

Under the Microscope: Melon Growers Should Consult Extension When Diagnosing Disease

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