Navigating H-2A: FFVA Advocating for Improved Access, Wage Stability
By Clint Thompson Florida’s increased reliance on the H-2A program has the Florida Fruit and Vegetable Association (FFVA) appealing to…
Thrips Update in South Florida
Thrips Update in South Florida Thrips populations are building across the South Florida region, according to the most recent release…
‘I Would Never Bet Against Downy’: UF/IFAS Agent Cautions Melon Growers Against Disease
By Clint Thompson An extended dry period this year led to little disease buildup in North Florida watermelons this production…
Producers Be Aware of Pecan Nut Casebearer
By Clint Thompson Southeast pecan growers should be aware that this week provides the last window to protect this year’s…
Alabama Peach Grower: We’re Lucky to Have Anything At All
By Clint Thompson Alabama’s peach crop is far below what some growers are accustomed to. But many producers are thankful…
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine/ Rebuilding After Disaster: How To Get Help From FSA
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Current Drought Could Spark Hotter, Drier Conditions This Summer
By Clint Thompson If history is an indicator, this spring’s drought could lead to warmer and drier conditions this summer.…
June Drop Underway in Cold-Hardy Citrus Region
It may not be June, but growers in the cold-hardy citrus region are experiencing June drop, a natural thinning process…
SCFBA Stresses Farm Bill’s Importance Amid ‘Farm Crisis’
By Clint Thompson The specialty crop industry scored a recent victory when the House of Representatives approved H.R. 7567, the…
Extension Leader Testimonial: We Need to Rally Around Our Farmers
By Clint Thompson The future of the American family farm is very much up in the air. More and more…
Cost Prohibitive? AI Adoption in Agriculture May Be Limited
By Clint Thompson Adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in agriculture is not a foregone conclusion. Despite the technology’s perceived effectiveness…
Watermelon Harvests Beginning Across North Florida
By Clint Thompson Watermelon harvests have started across the Suwanee Valley Region of North Florida. Bob Hochmuth, University of Florida…
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Alabama Peach Grower: We’re Lucky to Have Anything At All
May. 20, 2026
Current Drought Could Spark Hotter, Drier Conditions This Summer
May. 15, 2026
Annual Conference Highlights Impact of Alabama Extension Master Gardener Volunteers
May. 14, 2026
Dry Weather Leads to Strong Strawberry Crop
May. 05, 2026
Extreme Drought Conditions Challenging Southeast Alabama
Florida
May. 27, 2026
Congressional Leaders Send Letter to USTR Amid USMCA Review
May. 27, 2026
Drought Update Across Southeast
May. 26, 2026
Navigating H-2A: FFVA Advocating for Improved Access, Wage Stability
May. 26, 2026
Thrips Update in South Florida
May. 22, 2026
‘I Would Never Bet Against Downy’: UF/IFAS Agent Cautions Melon Growers Against Disease
Georgia
May. 27, 2026
Specialty Crop Grower Magazine: Georgia Grower Sees Strong Peach Production
May. 27, 2026
Georgia Watermelon Harvests Still More Than a Week Away
May. 27, 2026
Cotton Jassid Still Absent in Georgia Fields
May. 26, 2026
Maintaining, Not Growing: Industry Expert Discusses Future of Georgia Peaches
May. 21, 2026
Producers Be Aware of Pecan Nut Casebearer
South Carolina
May. 27, 2026
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
May. 15, 2026
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
May. 01, 2026
Clemson Extension Agents Provide Crop Updates
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