October 10, 2019. Vol. 1, No. 7
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GFB President Gerald Long appointed to Georgia Complete Count Committee.

States to present information on whether Florida has been harmed and whether Georgia's water use is responsible.


Enrollment for ARC and PLC farm bill programs is underway for contract year 2019.


State leaders and Georgia's ag community celebrate during opening ceremonies on Oct. 3


This peach didn't fall far from the tree.


Foundation supports agricultural literacy projects and helps fund educational opportunities for students.


Agreement eliminates Japan's tariffs on some U.S. farm products.


Moves intended to mitigate impact of 31 waivers granted to oil refineries.


Lack of freezing temperatures had a positive effect on the 2019 blueberry season.


Entire state is experiencing some level of drought.


Project will build on existing region and crop-specific irrigation scheduling tools.


Statewide forage, livestock and honey producers have until Nov. 15. Apple, blueberry and peach growers in certain counties have until Nov. 20.

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Deadline to enter extended
to Oct. 14

Oct. 15-17, Moultrie

Oct. 31, deadline to enter

Nov. 5-6, Tifton
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Georgia Peanut Tour highlights challenges

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