Southeast
The latest agricultural news related to Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Kentucky, Louisiana, North Carolina, Tennessee, and other states in the Southeastern United States.
Explore Secret Garden Bees’ sweet story of growth and success in the world of honey production thanks to a vital grant from the N.C. Tobacco Trust Fund.
Preserving genetic material for aquatic species is the mission of the LSU AgCenter Aquatic Germplasm and Genetic Resources Center.
The Georgia Farm Monitor gives us a glimpse into the 86th Georgia Farm Bureau Convention where they are cultivating traditions and celebrating achievements!
Georgia Ag Teacher of the Year, Sam Camp, is an ag educator who does more than lead by example. That is why she is being honored for her exceptional contributions to agricultural education in the state.
McAlpine Christmas Tree Farm stands as a testament to more than four decades of dedication and a family’s commitment to bringing joy to the holiday season.
Meet David and Lindsey Morgan, the dynamic duo behind Georgia’s Morgan Family Farm! The couple, honored as the Georgia Farm Bureau’s 2023 Young Farmer & Rancher Achievement Award recipients, attributes their success to an unwavering commitment to each other and a shared vision.
An independent grocery store is making a big difference in the community of Marks, Mississippi, a small town in the Mississippi Delta region that was long considered a “food desert.”
The Virginia Farm Bureau is showcasing some of the 1,400 Christmas tree growers across the state as they engage in a year-round labor of love behind these iconic holiday symbols — from novice tree grower like Ricky Lapkin to seasoned veterans of the industry like Timothy O’Neal.
A Louisiana mental health advocate and part-time cattle producer explains why talking about mental health is so important in rural communities — especially during the holidays when compounding stress can start to take a mental toll.
A newly retired Farm Credit System employee recently took home a big award — and to celebrate, the Mississippi Farm Bureau talked with some of his closest friends about his contributions to agriculture.
As the holiday season unfolds, the vibrant hues of poinsettias grace homes, offices, and festive displays. Join us at Clegg’s Nursery in Baton Rouge and Denham Springs, where the magic of Christmas blossoms amidst rows of carefully nurtured poinsettias.
We head to Worthey Christmas Tree Farm in Mississippi, where the crisp air and festive spirit of the holiday season blend seamlessly with the charm of a local Christmas tree farm.
With the peanut harvest in full swing, The Georgia Farm Monitor traces one of the state’s key crops on its journey from the fields to the shelling plant, revealing a complex process guided by the man in the middle — peanut buying points.
Members of the Tennessee agricultural community gathered together in Carroll County for “Shooting Hunger,” a heartfelt effort aiming to reduce food insecurity in the Volunteer State.
Awarded the prestigious title of Mississippi Farm Bureau’s Farm Woman of the Year, Greta’s journey is a testament to hard work, family dedication, and a passion for agriculture.
A glimpse into the mindset of the University of Kentucky’s trio of arborists as they relish their role in fostering healthy urban spaces across campus.
Over more than five decades, Dr. Fred Bourland has researched cotton varieties since 1978. The University of Arkansas Professor of Plant Breeding and Genetics has developed, described, and released nearly 100 cotton lines and cultivars over the last five decades.
For a quarter-century now, the University of Tennessee Extension’s Center for Profitable Agriculture has been empowering farmers, encouraging innovation, and growing a stronger agricultural future for the state through their vital industry support.
Johnny Scott, a dedicated 4-H volunteer instructor, epitomizes this synergy as he shares his love for teaching shooting sports.
The Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation recognizes Boone, The Holder Family’s four-year-old blue heeler as this year’s Farm Dog of the Year.
Awarded the 2023 Mississippi Farm Bureau Federation Excellence and Leadership Award, V.O. Campbell’s journey is a testament to a lifetime dedicated to the well-being of farmers and the agricultural community.