Category: Southeast
Survey: U.S. fertilizer situation messy as low availability, high prices deliver big blow to farmer pockets
Nearly six in 10 farmers report worsening finances, reflecting rising fertilizer and fuel costs during spring planting. See the latest data.
Ellijay Mushrooms: Growing community in North Georgia’s hill country
From IT to chief mushroom officer, Howard Beck and his team are making magic and shaping lives. Read on for Ellijay’s origin story.
UF scientists advance lettuce breeding to combat disease, heat stress
Researchers are developing disease-resistant lettuce to combat heat and crop losses. Learn how new varieties could impact your operation.
Vidalia Onion pack season kicks off Apr. 13 in Georgia
Vidalia onions are hand-harvested and packed after the official pack date. Get more details on the annual announcement.
Bank on the basics
At Georgia’s G&R Farms, variety choice and agronomic fundamentals drive Vidalia onion production. Hear from G&R’s longtime head grower.
Florida passes new Farm Bill: How it impacts specialty crop growers
The Florida Legislature advances a new farm bill affecting land use, equipment and safety rules. See what it means for growers.
Deep freeze saddles Florida vegetable growers with hundreds of millions in crop damage
The storm caused $700M+ in losses to tomatoes, sweet corn, peppers and more. See the full breakdown and why grower support is needed.
Winter blast prompts Florida officials to push for USDA disaster assistance
Florida officials request farm disaster assistance as freezing weather threatens specialty crops. Read how growers could be affected and what aid may be available.
North Carolina Sweetpotato Commission elects 2026 officers, honors Dr. Craig Yencho
Find out who’s on the board, who’s leading the Commission and how research continues to support the nation’s top sweetpotato-producing state.
Agritourism to value-added: 5 takeaways from the 2026 Southeast Fruit and Vegetable Conference
Attendees explored organic systems, value-added products, agritourism models and emerging technologies. Read on for takeaways from the show.
Bravo! G&R Farms brings national sustainability award home to Georgia
A Georgia onion grower took home a national award for its sustainability efforts. Find out why G&R Farms won the award.
Produce leader bemoans Mexican import impacts, requests seasonal safeguards
The president of the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association is speaking out on the impact of Mexican produce imports. Find out what he said.
Lipman’s national Days of Good November charitable efforts
Lipman’s Days of Good charitable effort is underway. Read more about the annual charitable event.
Southern growers to benefit from Helene recovery funding
Georgia and South Carolina growers receive federal Helene disaster relief for orchards, infrastructure and future losses. Get details now.
UF new host for major plant breeding accelerator program
UF is the new host for a major plant breeding accelerator program. Learn what crops could benefit from the research.
BASF introduces new short-day onion varieties
BASF has introduced short-day onion varieties. Learn how the onions could benefit growers.
National ag groups applaud AEWR decision
National ag groups are applauding a court’s AEWR decision. Read how the AEWR Methodology rule change affects growers.
Johnny Barnes, North Carolina sweet potato grower, remembered
Johnny Barnes, a North Carolina sweet potato grower, has died. Read about his industry contributions.
Five state coalition demands USDA AEWR transparency
A coalition of five produce groups seeks transparency on AEWR rates. Learn which groups are pressing USDA to release wage rate rule details.
Bedner Growers: Popular South Florida agritourism, farm market destination
Agritourism and farm markets help Bedner Growers survive and expand. Read how the South Florida grower started growing in the 1950s.