Climate and weather
Irrigation supplier Rivulis working with growers to fight climate change
Growers, through irrigation, can help fight climate change, according to Rivulis, a micro and drip irrigation supplier. Agriculture holds a unique double opportunity to reverse adverse climate change by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and removing... more »
Georgia agriculture reels from $6.46 billion in losses after Hurricane Helene
Hurricane Helene has dealt a staggering blow to Georgia’s agricultural sector, causing an estimated $6.46 billion in damages, according to state officials. The storm, which tore through the state on Sept. 26, devastated farms, businesses,... more »
Emergency bridge loan program may assist agriculture business in Florida
A Small Business Emergency Bridge Loan Program has a focus on ag, offering $50 million to support businesses impacted by Hurricane Milton, has been activated by the Florida Commerce. Agricultural and aquaculture businesses can request... more »
NC State Extension assisting growers harmed by Hurricane Helene
NC State University’s College of Agriculture and Life Sciences (CALS) Extension is providing support and assistance to members of the CALS and agricultural communities affected by Hurricane Helene. The N.C. Disaster Information Center website, coordinated... more »
Disaster assistance for Hurricane Helene recovery offered by USDA
Hurricane Helene recovery disaster assistance is available from the USDA. The USDA is offering assistance to growers who sustained losses from Hurricane Helene, which ravaged the Southeast and Mid-Atlantic. The Georgia Fruit & Vegetable Association... more »
Carolinas organization helping Hurricane Helene victims
A Carolinas farmer organization is expressing support for victims of Hurricane Helene. The Carolina Farm Stewardship Association (CFSA) is estimating damages for the storm that downed trees and caused extensive flood damage to many agricultural... more »
Disaster assistance requested by Georgia ag officials
Georgia agriculture leaders are requesting federal Hurricane Helene disaster assistance. In late September and early October, Hurricane Helene damaged many agricultural operations throughout the East Coast. The storm’s destructive toll included winds that downed trees... more »
Ag research station leaders release 10-year ag research plan
A network of agricultural experiment stations at land-grant universities has issued a report looking to the next decade in ag research. agInnovation is publicizing its 10-year Research Roadmap that outlines strategic priorities for agricultural innovation.... more »
UF estimates Hurricane Debby ag damages
The University of Florida/Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences (UF/IFAS) has released damage estimates from Hurricane Debby. Hurricane Debby struck north Florida in early August. The agricultural production losses Florida experienced due to Hurricane Debby... more »
Georgia growers advised to prepare for Hurricane Helene
Georgia growers are being advised to prepare for Hurricane Helene. The Georgia Fruit and Vegetable Growers Association (GFVGA) is urging farmers to prepare for potential impacts from Hurricane Helene, which is expected to strengthen as... more »
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