October 7, 2026
Neo Tops Concerns for North Carolina Strawberry Producers
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October 6, 2026
Rains Helping Quality of Southeast Pecans
October 6, 2026
El Niño Effect: Cooler, Wetter Winter Expected in Southeast
October 6, 2026
Current Concerns for Cold-Hardy Citrus Growers
October 6, 2026
South Georgia Pecan Farmer Modifies Production Schedule Amid High Incidences of Scab to Pawnee Variety
N.C. Forest Service Reminds Public of Increased Wildfire Risk, Urges Caution with Outdoor Burning
RALEIGH – As fall wildfire season begins in North Carolina, the North Carolina (N.C.) Forest Service is urging the public…
Potential Drought Could Impact Young Christmas Trees
By Clint Thompson The calendar finally says it’s fall, but with it may come a prolonged drought in the Southeast.…
South Georgia Whitefly Infestations Worse Since 2017
By Clint Thompson Whitefly infestations have been high this year in South Georgia. It’s the worst the region has experienced…
Sneak Peek: October 2026 Specialty Crop Grower Magazine
In this month’s sneak peek, the October issue of Specialty Crop Grower Magazine puts blueberries under the spotlight and includes…
Cooler Weather Key to Cold-Hardy Citrus Quality
Cold-hardy citrus producers are yearning for some cooler weather. It would not only provide some relief from the warm temperatures…
Pecan Farmers Watching the Tropics, Hoping to Avoid Late-Season Storm
By Clint Thompson Most everything has been done by Southeast pecan growers to produce a crop this year. As South…
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Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Increase in Year-Round Imports Pressuring Growers
By Frank Giles Every so often, we’ll see another data point that confirms an argument we’ve been making for years…
Variety Testing A Focus of Upcoming SE Strawberry Expo
By Clint Thompson Registration is currently ongoing for this year’s Southeast Strawberry Expo scheduled for Nov. 8-11 at the Tryon…
USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program Application Deadline Extended to Sept. 30
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) extended the deadline for farmers to apply for Stages 1 and 2 of the…
Strawberry Planting Season: Plant Source the Difference in Managing Neopestalotiopsis Disease
By Clint Thompson Strawberry plantings will soon begin across the Southeast. Plant sourcing remains the best line of defense against…
Be Prepared! October Popular Month for Major Hurricanes
By Clint Thompson The calendar turns to October this week. While the Southeast has dodged a major hurricane so far…
Squash Bugs a Concern for North Florida, South Georgia Watermelon Growers
By Clint Thompson Plenty is on the minds of North Florida and South Georgia watermelon growers ahead of this year’s…
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Alabama
Oct. 01, 2026
Potential Drought Could Impact Young Christmas Trees
Sep. 28, 2026
Drought Update Across Southeast Region
Sep. 22, 2026
Alabama Extension Touts Elderberry’s Potential As High Value Crop
Sep. 16, 2026
Alabama Gardeners Donate 124,414 Pounds of Fresh Produce Through Extension Challenge
Sep. 15, 2026
Soil Types: Drought Worse in Some South Alabama Areas Compared to Others
Florida
Oct. 07, 2026
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Building a Bigger Market for Blueberries
Oct. 06, 2026
El Niño Effect: Cooler, Wetter Winter Expected in Southeast
Sep. 30, 2026
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Increase in Year-Round Imports Pressuring Growers
Sep. 29, 2026
USDA Supplemental Disaster Relief Program Application Deadline Extended to Sept. 30
Sep. 29, 2026
Strawberry Planting Season: Plant Source the Difference in Managing Neopestalotiopsis Disease
Georgia
Oct. 07, 2026
Pumpkin Crop Low Following Hot Summer
Oct. 06, 2026
Rains Helping Quality of Southeast Pecans
Oct. 06, 2026
South Georgia Pecan Farmer Modifies Production Schedule Amid High Incidences of Scab to Pawnee Variety
Oct. 01, 2026
South Georgia Whitefly Infestations Worse Since 2017
Sep. 30, 2026
Pecan Farmers Watching the Tropics, Hoping to Avoid Late-Season Storm
South Carolina
Oct. 07, 2026
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Sep. 24, 2026
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
Sep. 17, 2026
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
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Clemson Extension Agents Provide Weekly Crop Updates
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