GFB News Magazine

October 31 is deadline to enter Georgia Farm Bureau Hay Contest

The contest winner will receive the free use of a Vermeer wheel rake for one year, with the option to buy the equipment at a reduced price at the end of that year.

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Pridgen, Scruggs and Sizemore win YF&R competitive events

State winners will represent Georgia in national competition at AFBF Convention.

By: Jay Stone

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Inspiration & professional development core of YF&R Conference

Rodeo cowgirl Amberley Snyder encourages GFB Young Farmers & Ranchers to keep going regardless of the obstacles thrown in their way.

By: Jay Stone

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Izlar is GFB Commodity Award recipient

Longtime forestry advocate was founding director of the UGA Harley Langdale Jr. Center for Forest Business.

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UGA Grand Farm will be precision ag research hub

Drones, self-driving tractors, solar-powered robotic weeders and advanced field sprayers are some of the equipment researchers will be testing in crops at the farm.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Johnson appointed new Georgia FSA director

Position is responsible for overseeing the delivery of FSA programs to Georgia farmers, ranchers and forest landowners.

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Toews leading UGA Extension

New associate dean says UGA Extension agents play a vital role in UGA’s ability to fulfill its land-grant mission.

By: Jordan Powers

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Hamilton named Georgia Expo Farmer of the Year

Hamilton and farmers from six other states are vying to be selected this year’s Sunbelt Ag Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year.

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Davis, Glover join GFB team

Taylor Davis is the GFB 6th District Federation Manager. Eliza Jane Glover is ag programs specialist.

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GFB honors state livestock champions

Meet the 4-H & FFA members who showed the grand champion animals in the 2024 fall & 2025 winter Georgia Junior National Livestock Shows. GFB is proud to have sponsored their prizes for the 14th year.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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GFB applauds senior champions of Georgia 4-H Horse Show

Congratulations to the 4-Hers who earned Master 4-H status by winning their competition division!

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Women's Leadership Update Fall 2025

District Women’s Meetings highlight Georgia agriculture.

By: Heather King

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Morgan County ag teachers top of their classes

Kinsaul, Pringle lauded for agricultural education efforts

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Gwinnett & Forsyth students win GFB contests

Kelly Baker won the 2025 GFB High School Art Contest while Haley Bolin won the GFB Middle School Bookmark Contest.

By: Lauren Goble

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GFB Farm Passport winners win jackets

Sisters Jackie Barlow and Angie Whiggum, of Eastman, and William & Teresa Touchton, of Hazlehurst, joined the Farm Passport Hall of Fame for their 2024 travels.

By: Kelly Henry

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GFB photo contest highlights farm life

The annual GFB Young Farmers & Ranchers Photo Contest showcases the beauty and diversity of farm life. See the winning photos here.

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GFB Shootout hits fundraising target

The event raised more than $40,000 for the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture.

By: Lily Baucom

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YF&Rs Learn: educational resources, conflict resolution & farm safety

Ag educational resources available from Georgia Public Broadcasting, conflict resolution & farm safety were some of the topics covered at the annual GFB YFR Conference.

By: Jay Stone

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View from the Field Summer 2025

GFB President Tom McCall discusses how GFB works to protect Georgia agriculture from legislation that has the potential to harm it and thanks state leaders for supporting our No. 1 industry.

By: Tom McCall

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GFB Public Policy Update

The 2025 legislative session was a good one for Georgia agriculture. Learn about bills that address hurricane recovery, truck weights, tort reform, ag water meters, crop protection products & more.

By: Adam Belflower

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Answering the call: Farmers gear up to fight fires

Many farmers serve their communities as volunteer firefighters.

By: Jay Stone

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A lifetime of service

Madison County’s Smith logged five decades as a volunteer firefighter.

By: Jay Stone

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Blessing of the Crops

Farmers across Georgia held services this spring asking for God's favor this growing season.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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USDA issuing economic assistance payments to producers

Farmers have until Aug. 15 to apply for payments through the Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP) for the 2024 crop year.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Hunters for Hungry accept deer taken under crop damage permits

Farmers who shoot deer eating their crops under a Georgia DNR crop damage permit are encouraged to donate the deer to the Georgia Hunters for the Hungry Program.

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GFB voices farm concerns on trip to D.C.

Ag labor, the farm bill & disaster assistance were the hot topics GFB members discussed with members of Georgia's congressional delegation.

By: Jay Stone

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D.C. trip offers advocacy lessons

GFB Young Farmers & Ranchers learned about the legislative process and how to advocate for agriculture while visiting D.C. this spring. Members also attended the AFBF FUSION Conference.

By: Levi Davis

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Women's Leadership Committee prepares to connect with local members

Want to meet other ladies with a passion for agriculture? Make plans to attend your GFB district Women's Leadership meeting this summer or fall. WLC members attend AFBF FUSION Conference.

By: Heather King

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Summit offers stressed farmers hope

The 2025 Farm Stress Summit highlighted resources available to support farm families dealing with difficult situations.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Passport travelers enjoy exclusive farm event

Have you started your 2025 Farm Passport journey? Last year nearly 600 people earned a ticket for a Passport Tour & Meal event by visiting at least 20 GFB Certified Farm Markets.

By: Kelly Henry

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Sara Will named GFB 8th Dist. federation manager

District federation managers assist county Farm Bureaus with their daily operations, ag promotion and membership programs.

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Farm Bureau Celebrates Georgia Ag Week

County Farm Bureaus got creative hosting events to highlight the importance of agriculture in their communities.

By: Lauren Goble

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GFA awards scholarships for agriculture students

Graduating high school students, current college and technical college students and current veterinary students elected to receive funding to continue their educational journeys.

By: Lily Baucom

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Book donations plant ag literacy statewide

The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture & Georgia EMC have partnered to donate “The Soil in Jackie’s Garden” to all 394 libraries in the Georgia Public Library Service. Check it out this summer!

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GFB takes ag to the Big Leagues

GFB members participated in the pre-game parade on the field and were featured on the Truist Park scoreboard.

By: Lily Baucom

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Huff & Williams win FFA contests GFB sponsored

Huff takes top honors in Discussion Meet; Williams captures top spot in Extemporaneous Public Speaking at FFA convention.

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View from the Field Spring 25

GFB President Tom McCall wishes Terry England a speedy recovery from his February farm accident while recognizing the many contributions England has made to Georgia agriculture.

By: Tom McCall

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Hurricane relief fund raises more than $1.7 million for Georgia farmers

Thanks to the generosity of 932 donors, the Weathered But Strong fund is helping 920 Georgia farms recover from Hurricane Helene.

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Economic help for farmers comes in pieces

Congress passed the American Relief Act of 2025 in December. It extends the 2018 farm bill through September and funds disaster relief and economic distress assistance for crop producers.

By: Jay Stone & Jennifer Whittaker

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Who's a good dog?

GFB is accepting entries for its 2025 Georgia Farm Dog Contest until May 1.

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Public Policy Update Spring 2025

The Georgia Environmental Protection Division will begin issuing new ag water permits for the Lower Flint River Basin & Sub-Area 4 on April 1.

By: Adam Belflower

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Ag in the Classroom Update Spring 2025

Georgia Farm Bureau is accepting nominations for its 2025 Teacher of the Year Award until May 16.

By: Lauren Goble

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Strategies to cope with stress

Using healthy strategies to deal with stress may keep it from harming our health.

By: Jay Stone

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Avian flu found in Georgia commercial flocks

Only two farms located about 210 yards apart were infected. By March 4, Georgia regained its HPAI-free status allowing poultry products from the state to be exported.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Chronic Wasting Disease found in Lanier County deer

Ga. Dept. of Natural Resources implements response plan in Lanier & Berrien Counties to determine how far fatal disease has spread and percent of deer with it. DNR offers tips to prevent spreading it.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Women's Leadership Update Spring 2025

Planning is underway for the GFB district Women’s Leadership meetings that will begin this spring and run throughout the year.

By: Heather King

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Young Farmers & Ranchers Update Spring 2025

April 30 is deadline to apply for Excellence in Ag Award. June 1 is registration deadline for YF&R Summer Conference & to enter the Discussion Meet. Enter YFR Photo Contest by June 13.

By: Levi Davis

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Thurmond wins 2nd place in AFBF Discussion Meet

Cain Thurmond received a $25,000 credit toward a new CASE IH piece of equipment. Cason Anderson vied for the Achievement Award. Kaleb & Kaitlyn Marchant vied for the Excellence in Ag Award.

By: Jay Stone

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GFB shows strength during visit to state capitol

About 600 GFB members carried messages to the legislature on a variety of ag concerns. Two key topics emerged - disaster relief and tort reform.

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GFB elects 2025 Board of Directors

GFB President Tom McCall elected to third term. Ralph Caldwell re-elected Middle Georgia VP. Chad Carlton elected as 3rd District director.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Mosely new GFB CFO/Corporate Treasurer

Rachel Mosely began serving as Georgia Farm Bureau’s chief financial officer & corporate treasurer on Jan. 1, following the retirement of David Jolley.

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Peanut show includes awards & industry updates

All things related to Georgia peanuts were highlighted at the 48th Annual Georgia Peanut Farm Show & Conference .

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Weeding out regulatory challenges for herbicides

UGA Extension has worked to find ways to help farmers work within the EPA herbicide strategy for protecting endangered species and still protect their crops.

By: Jay Stone

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GFB 2025 Federation Ambassadors announced

Meet the outstanding young adults who will be representing Georgia Farm Bureau at various events this year.

By: Keaton Walker

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GFB honors volunteers

GFB honored an outstanding volunteer member from each of its ten districts during the organization's annual convention.

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Pannell wins GFB Hay Contest

As the winner of the 2024 GFB Quality Bermudagrass Hay Contest, Neal Pannell receives the free use of a Vermeer mower-conditioner for one year.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture 2024 At A Glance

Learn what the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture accomplished last year.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture thanks 2024 top donors

The Georgia Foundation for Agriculture thanks everyone who supported the foundation and its programs last year.

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A View from the Field Winter 24

GFB President Tom McCall thanks members for re-electing him to serve Georgia's farmers as the organization's president for another two years.

By: Tom McCall

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Farmers helping farmers

Georgia farmers reach out to peers, communities to help in wake of hurricane

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Navigating the ag labor process

Tips for avoiding costly mistakes when hiring farm labor.

By: Jay Stone

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture offers $65,000 in ag scholarships

High school seniors, tech school students, college juniors and seniors, and vet school students may apply.

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GFB accepting entries for middle & high school art contests

Students can enter to compete for cash prizes.

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Public Policy Update Winter 24

Hunters for the Hungry provides food, fights crop damage.

By: Adam Belflower

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Centennial Farm Program celebrates Georgia’s farming heritage

Eighteen farms honored during Georgia National Fair. Many have survived multiple wars, the boll weevil and the Great Depression. 

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Central-Carrollton, UGA teams win Advocacy in Action Contests

Contest aims to build one-on-one persuasion skills.

By: Jay Stone

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New leaders guiding Georgia forestry organizations

Lowrimore moves to Georgia Forestry Association. Sabo leading Georgia Forestry Commission.

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CAES prepares future livestock producers

Learn what UGA's College of Agricultural & Environmental Sciences is doing to prepare tomorrow's farmers & ranchers.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Sunbelt Ag Expo: the show goes on 

A look at the 2024 Sunbelt Ag Expo

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Georgia National Fair turns 35

Photos from the Georgia National Fair, which drew 545,382 visitors to Perry.

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Georgia Agricultural Commodity Commission Members named

Commissions oversee use of checkoff funds for promotion, education & research of Georgia-produced commodities.

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GFB awards $10,000 in grants for ag classroom projects

AITC Update

By: Lauren Goble

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YF&R members step up to serve

Young Farmers & Ranchers Update

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Community key for Women’s Leadership Program

Women's Leadership Update

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Picnic on the Farm celebrates Georgia’s ag history 

Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Update

By: Lily Baucom

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Hurricane Helene wreaks havoc on Georgia crops & timber

Early estimates show the storm caused $6.46 billion in direct and indirect ag and timber losses.

By: Jennifer Whittaker and Jay Stone

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A View from the Field Fall 24

Working to protect safe and abundant food supply

By: Tom McCall

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Supreme Court overturns Chevron deference, reduces federal agencies’ authority

GFB Public Policy Update

By: Ben Parker

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Farm succession planning do’s and don’ts

Hanson guides farmers through process of passing farm from one generation to next.

By: Jay Stone

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Farm succession planning: One family's approach

Yons push children to explore their own interests.

By: Jay Stone

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A year's use of Vermeer equipment top prize in GFB Hay Contest

Oct. 31 deadline to enter GFB Hay Contest.

By: Jeremy Taylor

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Are you compliant with the Corporate Transparency Act?

Most small businesses are required to file business ownership information with U.S. Treasury Department.

By: Jay Stone

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Fall is a great time to earn Farm Passport stamps

GFB Certified Farm Markets sell a wide variety of farm products, such as fruit and vegetables, Christmas trees, eggs, meat or cheese, and more.

By: Kelly Henry

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YF&R Conference equips attendees to succeed 

Yons, Jones encourage young farmers to persevere.

By: Jay Stone

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GFB announces YF&R competitive event winners

Anderson, Marchants and Thurmond advance to AFBF national competitions.

By: Jay Stone

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Getting licensed to sell food products in Georgia

Georgia Department of Agriculture outlines food license categories and requirements.

By: Jay Stone

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Farms Fund helps next-gen farmers access land

Organization connects farmers with land and provides support to help farmers get their business up and running.

By: Jay Stone

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Wilbanks receives GFB Commodity Award

Claxton apiarist honored for efforts to develop and promote bee-related businesses and products.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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County Voices, Capitol Choices meetings connect farmers & legislators

Damage cause by deer, sunsetting truck weights provision among topics GFB members take to elected officials and state officials.

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Cherokee & Gwinnett County students win GFB Art Contests

Georgia students create colorful bookmarks and draw scenes depicting agriculture.

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GFB photo contest focuses on agriculture

Contest drew 223 entries from 101 contestants. Information about the 2025 contest will be announced in May,.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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GFB offers opportunities for Women in Ag

GFB Women's Leadership Committee members attend AFBF conference in Washington, D.C.

By: Breanna Berry

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Eager GFB YF&R delegation visits D.C.

Members participate in advocacy training, visit with elected officials and tour White House.

By: Breanna Berry

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Update

GFB Spring Shootout raises funds for Georgia Foundation for Agriculture's ag literacy programs.

By: Lily Baucom

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GFB, GFA welcome new employees

Junod, McClure join public policy department; Beard joins the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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A View from the Field

GFB appreciates Gov. Kemp & state legislators supporting legislation that benefits Georgia agriculture.

By: Tom McCall

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Public Policy Update

General Assembly passes multiple pro-ag bills in 2024 session.

By: Adam Belflower

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2022 Census of Agriculture: The numbers are in

From 2017 to 2022, the number of farms and farmers in Georgia declined while the average size of a Georgia farm increased 18 acres.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Georgia forests could fuel carbon-neutral aviation

Researchers, industry search for ways to convert wood into aviation fuel.

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Tips to help people injured on the farm

Statesboro trauma surgeon Dr. John Martin shares tips for stabilizing a victim until emergency medical professionals arrive.

By: Jay Stone

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New season of tracking and eradicating Yellow-Legged Hornet begins

Anyone who sees a suspected YLH is encouraged to take photos and report it to the Georgia Department of Agriculture. You can make a simple trap using household items to watch for the insect.

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Farm bill, NASS key topics for GFB trip to Washington, D.C.

GFB members shared positions on a variety of laws and regulations they hope the new farm bill will address.

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Avian flu found in dairy cattle

Wild birds initial transmitters; food supply safe

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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GFB and Wesleyan College agreement offers scholarships

GFB members and employees or their family members are eligible to receive a $5,000  scholarship toward undergraduate, graduate or online tuition.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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GA Jr. Livestock Champions win cash, buckles

Grand champion winners honored during event at GFB headquarters in Macon.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Georgia Department of Agriculture celebrates 150 years

Officials laud department's ongoing commitment to serving Georgians by boosting economy and protecting food supply.

By: Jay Stone

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GFA awards scholarships to help students pursue ag careers

Twenty-four students to receive a total of $65,000 in scholarships.

By: Lily Baucom

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New children's book at Georgia libraries celebrates pecans

Georgia Foundation for Agriculture & Georgia EMC partner to donate books to libraries statewide.

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Young Farmers and Ranchers Update

Young Farmers & Ranchers visit Omaha

By: Breanna Berry

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Women's Leadership Committee Update

Ladies leading the way with events like GFB's Legislative Drive-In.

By: Breanna Berry

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Ag in the Classroom Update

Farm Bureau celebrates Georgia Ag Week

By: Lauren Goble

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Update

GFA Day at the Braves a grand slam!

By: Lily Baucom

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Skippy fetches national farm dog award

McDuffie County canine takes top prize in American Farm Bureau Farm Dog of the Year Contest.

By: Jay Stone

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Casper: The People’s Pup

DeKalb County Great Pyrenees wins national vote as People's Choice Pup.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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A View From the Field

Take a minute to realize how fortunate we are to farm

By: Tom McCall

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Georgia 2024 economic outlook better than U.S.; farm bill uncertain

State's economic development successes, stronger demographics, resilient labor market and having households in strong financial health could help Georgia avoid a recession.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Farm bill, labor & poultry are top issues in  D.C.

Public Policy Update

By: Ben Parker

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Little Roy & Lizzy are Georgia treasures

High-energy Lincoln County bluegrass band has toured the U.S. since 2009 as a premier act.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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GFB accepting entries for 2024 Georgia Ag in the Classroom Teacher 

May 3 deadline to enter

By: Lauren Goble

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Corporate Transparency Act ruled unconstitutional

Regulation would have required small businesses, including many farmers, to file a report identifying anyone with a 25% or greater ownership stake.

By: Jay Stone

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Protect & improve your mental clarity

UGA's Anna Scheyett offers tips for improving mental clarity and protecting against stress.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Peanut Show introduces NPB leader & UGA peanut podcast

Lepicier shares NPB priorities for 2024, including public information initiative on peanut allergies.

By: Jennifer Whittakerr

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GCC presents Trustees Award to Coley, Lee and McLendon 

Awards presented at the 2024 Georgia Cotton Commission Annual Meeting and Cotton Production Workshop.

By: Jay Stone

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Bacon wins GFB Hay Contest

Top prize is a year’s use of a Vermeer Mid-Sized Trailed Mower, with the option to buy it for a reduced price at the end of the year. 

By: Jay Stone

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Redmond named Georgia Farmer of the Year

Redmond compete with farmers from nine other Southeastern states for the Sunbelt Ag Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year title.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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GFB mourns loss of Nora Goodman

Goodman served as a Georgia Farm Bureau (GFB) 3rd District Director since 2003.

By: Georgia Farm Bureau

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County Farm Bureaus & volunteers honored 

GFB announces Rewarding Excellence in Ag Programs award winners during annual convention.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Meet your peers, sharpen skills with GFB YF&R program

June 1 is deadline for YF&R awards & conference registration; June 7 is photo contest entry deadline.

By: Breanna Berry

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Ropers finish in AFBF Top 10 

Paul, Morgans represent GFB well in national competition

By: Jay Stone

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Women's Leadership Committee plans for 2024

Women's Leadership Committee update

By: Breanna Berry

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GFB announces 2024 Federation Ambassador Team

Team will promote GFB through a variety of member recruitment, public relations and brand awareness campaigns.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Year in Review

Highlights include work with students, scholarships and drawing attention too rural mental health.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture thanks its 2023 supporters

GFA celebrates donors, other contributors.

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GCC presents Trustees Award to Coley, Lee & McLendon

The award is given to individuals who have dedicated themselves to the advancement of  Georgia cotton.

By: Jay Stone

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Taking pride in GFB's work on behalf of farmers

A View from the Field

By: Tom McCall

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USDA issues disaster designations for crop losses

Farmers could be eligible for relief from damage due to Idalia, drought, spring & summer storms.

By: Compiled by GFB staff from USDA releases

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• hurricane idalia

Foreign land ownership, state animal welfare laws key issues for farmers

Georgia is one of 21 states that have laws allowing foreign ownership of land.

By: Jay Stone

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GA DNR offers options to fight deer & feral hog crop damage 

These include hunting permits outside of deer season for designated crop fields; hogs may be hunted without bag limits year-round.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Hurricane Idalia hits Southeast Georgia farmers hard

Georgia farmers in a swath from the Florida to South Carolina lines reported damage to crops, livestock and farm assets.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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• hurricane idalia

Georgia Foundation for Ag offers $65,000 in ag scholarships

Graduating high school seniors, rising college juniors & seniors, technical school students and veterinary school students can apply

By: Georgia Foundation for Agriculture

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Georgia Centennial Farm Program honors farm heritage

Thirteen Georgia farms recognized during 2023 Georgia National Fair.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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Ag Road Regs: MAP-21 provides CDL farm exemptions

Georgia Department of Public Safety outlines requirements for operating farm vehicles on public roads.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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• Road safety

Charting Policy Beyond the Water Wars 

GFB's Public Policy Department explores the Habitat Conservation Plan a coalition of government agencies and stakeholders are developing as part of Georgia's water management strategy. 

By: Adam Belflower

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ABAC, Colquitt County teams win Advocacy in Action Contest

The competition is designed to simulate lobbyist conversations with elected officials in a variety of environments.

By: Jay Stone

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Georgia National Fair puts agriculture on guests’ minds

Scenes from the 2023 Georgia National Fair.

By: Jennifer Whittaker

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A View from the Field

Farmers are encouraged to keep 'Digging In' .

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Georgians asked to watch for Yellow-Legged Hornets

This non-native invasive species poses a threat to honeybees.

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SCOTUS rules against Biden Administration’s WOTUS rule

GFB's Public Policy Department looks at the U.S. Supreme Court's ruling on Waters of the United States rule.

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Use of Vermeer mower top prize in 2023 GFB Hay Contest 

Oct. 31 is the deadline to enter.

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Precision agriculture increases farmers’ profitability

A look at advanced tools and research projects that aim to make farm operations more efficient.

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Morgans, Ropers and Paul claim top prizes in Young Farmers & Ranchers events

Each will travel to the 2024 American Farm Bureau Federation Convention in January to compete for national honors.

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Young Farmers & Ranchers members meet 'For the Love of Ag'

Attendees at YF&R Conference learned what to look for in weather patterns, credit scores, and how to share farm happenings on social media. 

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Credit where credit is due

You know your credit score is important, but do you know how it's determined?

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Athens Technical College offers conservation law enforcement degree

Program prepares students for careers as game wardens, park rangers, conservation technicians, or environmental protection technicians.

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GFB honors England for service to agriculture

Terry England receives 2023 GFB Commodity Award.

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Smith leads GFB Crop Insurance Program

GFB Insurance has more than 70 experienced crop insurance agents across the state to help its members protect their investment.

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Bart Davis named Georgia Farmer of the Year

Colquitt County farmer to represent Georgia in the Sunbelt Ag Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year award program.

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Sunbelt Expo establishes Farmer of the Year Fund

Award recognizes commitment to excellence in agriculture; efficiency in farming practices; community, state & national leadership service and more.

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• Sunbelt Expo

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Georgia peach crop decimated by March freeze

Crop losses combined with unrealized economic activity estimated at $190 million.

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Make plans to attend Women in Ag Leadership Summit

Deadline to register for Summit is Oct. 1. Event will be held Nov. 2 & 3 in Savannah.

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Cook & Pierce County students win GFB Art Contests

View the artwork that won the GFB Middle School Bookmark & GFB High School Art Contests.

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Hart new GFB Dist. 4 Federation Manager

Morgan Hart is newest addition to GFB Field Services Department

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GFB photo contest captures farm life

Young Farmers & Ranchers Update: Find out who won the annual GFB contest.

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Massei receives National AITC Award

Georgia Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year one of nine to receive national honors.

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Irwin Co. Farm Bureau continues mission in new office

As ICFB moves forward, longtime members Vernon & Jean Biggers share Farm Bureau memories.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture update

GFB shootout raises funds for foundation. GFA receives grant to develop virtual 3-D video ag game.

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Bermuda grown in drought won ‘22 GFB Hay Contest

Bartow County's Franklin Dowell claims top prize - a year's use of a Vermeer604R Baler.

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AFBF advances farmers’ right to repair

Memorandum of Understanding with CLAAS of America creates a framework for farmers and independent repair facilities to access technical manuals, tools and product guides to repair equipment.

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A View from the Field

GFB President Tom McCall discusses farm bill.

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GFB members back in the saddle, advocating in D.C.

GFB members meet with Georgia members of Congress to highlight the organization’s priorities for the 118th Congress.

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What's in the farm bill?

A look at the four largest portions of the current farm bill, which expires Sept. 30

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Sen. Warnock introduces precision ag measures for farm bill

Bill would create working group to establish interconnectivity standards that would allow farmers to share data between different brands of farm equipment.

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CASE IH & New Holland grant right to repair

Agreement sets a framework for farmers and independent repair facilities to access brand manuals, tools, product guides and information to self-diagnose and self-repair machines.

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General Assembly passes truck weight variance, starts farmland fund 

Truck weights bill puts Georgia on an even economic playing field with surrounding states.

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GFB celebrates Ga. Junior National Livestock Champions

Georgia Farm Bureau awarded a total of $18,000 in prize money to the grand champion exhibitors.

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• Magazine

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Athens Technical College dedicates McCall Agricultural Science Complex

The ag science complex includes a 10,320-square-foot classroom building and a 17,091-square-foot arena. 

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Athens Technical College prepares students for agricultural careers

ATC students can earn an associate degree in ag science focusing on animal science, poultry science or horticulture. 

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Crop damage permits help farmers control deer

Permit allows applicant and up to six other people to shoot deer caught in registeed growing crop fields.

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Leading across generations

Build a stronger team by recognizing generational differences.

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Mental & physical health are connected

Health care professionals encourage farmers to take care of their emotional health so that stress doesn't take a toll on their physical health.

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Farm Bureau safety events aim to save lives 

Sumter event geared for farmers; 2nd District event provided rescue training for first responders.

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• Sumter County Farm Bureau

Parker joins GFB Public Policy staff

Perry native is now GFB national affairs coordinator.

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Ag in the Classroom Update

Ag Week activities highlight strawberries

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GFB Young Farmers & Ranchers back in D.C.

YF&R members participated in a four-day program that included meetings with AFBF staff, the Irish Embassy and a trip to Mt. Vernon.

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GFB developing ag leaders  

Women’s Leadership and Young Farmers & Ranchers Committees programs develop leaders and volunteers.  

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Update

Books & baseball among spring GFA activities

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• Georgia librariies
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Georgia Foundation for Ag Awards Scholarships

Meet the 24 students pursuing ag degrees that GFA has selected to receive a total of $70,000 in scholarships for the '23/'24 academic year.

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Hendrix, Morgan graduate from AFBF Communications Bootcamp

GFB members complete media & advocacy training.

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AFBF & Purina calling awesome farm dogs

Enter your faithful canine in the 2024 Farm Bureau Farm Dog Contest by July 14. Grand prize winner gets $5,000. Regional winners receive $1,000.

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A View from the Field

GFB President Tom McCall reflects on good news.

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A Capitol Full of New Faces

New two-year session features first-time elected state officials, 53 new members in Georgia General Assembly,

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Georgia company wins national award

MycoLogic LLC, a start-up at Kennesaw State, developed technology to help farmers more efficiently grow specialty mushrooms.

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John Deere green-lights some equipment repairs

Company signs memorandum of understanding with AFBF during convention ceremony.

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Using Peanut RX can increase farmers’ profitability 

Ag researchers create online tool farmers can use to assess their risk for major peanut diseases.

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Spreading the message of cotton's sustainability

Cotton is an environmentally friendly crop. Cotton groups are working to make sure consumers know it.                                                                 

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January tornadoes damage barns, kill livestock

Meriwether County farms, UGA Griffin hit hard.

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Farmers hesitant to dive into carbon markets

Take a crash course in the carbon market for row crops & learn why producers aren’t racing to sign up.

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Georgia Farm Bureau presents REAP awards

County Farm Bureaus & volunteers honored for outstanding work

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Dowell wins GFB Hay contest

Bartow County farmer will be baling hay this year with a new Vermeer 604R baler as the first-place winner.

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Belflower joins GFB public policy staff

Bleckley County native working as governmental affairs specialist, helping craft ag-friendly legislation.

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Corn yield contest winners

UGA Extension 2022 Corn Yield Yield Contest winners announced at Corn Short Course.

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• Magazine

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Top peanut contributors honored

Georgia Peanut Commission presented awards during the 2023 Peanut Farm Show.

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Heard Co. Farm Bureau raises money for local FFA

Sales of collectible knife help purchase a trailer for livestock show team.

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Enter '23 Spring STEM Challenge by April 28

Getting wormy with it: students to explore how to create a worm farm.

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Ride a horse, help a charity

Kel-Mac Saddle Club announces horse shows

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Ag in the Classroom Update

GFB looking for Georgia Ag in the Classroom Teacher of Year. Applications due May 5.

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Young Farmer & Rancher Update: YF&R Program offers amazing opportunities

June 1 deadline for YF&R awards & conference registration; June 9 photo contest entry deadline.

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YF&R competitors represent Georgia at AFBF

Hart, Fleming & Sizemore go against the best from other states in Achievement Award, Excellence in Ag Award & Discussion Meet contests.

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Women’s Leadership Program Update:

WLC has full slate planned for 2023

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• Magazine

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Women in Ag Summit offers encouragement, how-to

Peachtree City event celebrates the role women play in agriculture.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture '22 Year in Review

Learn how the GFA educated Georgians about agriculture & supported Georgia farmers in 2022.

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GFB Ambassadors spread good news about membership

The GFB Federation Ambassadors will serve for one calendar year promoting GFB as a membership organization.

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45TH EXPO CELEBRATES SOUTHEASTERN AG

Georgia Farm Bureau joined other ag organizations in celebrating all things agriculture during the Southeast's largest farm show Oct. 17-19.

By: Jay Stone & Jennifer Whittaker

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A View from the Field

A message from GFB President Tom McCall

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GFB’s legislative success depends on member involvement

For 85 years, GFB members have remained the voice of agriculture and our rural communities by looking forward, growing and adapting to meet new challenges.

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GA-FIT working to protect farmers & streams

Dec. 15 deadline to apply for deep water wells; irrigation auction set for February 2023

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• Water

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Livestock team unites Polk County

Students from Cedartown, Rockmart shine with help from local livestock owners.

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USDA Southeast Poultry Lab updated for 21st Century

USDA Agricultural Research Service cuts ribbon for new facilities at Athens lab.

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• Poultry
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Farm Service Agency offers much more than loans

Agency administers disaster assistance programs, farm to school grants and other services offered by the USDA.

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• Magazine
• USDA

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Economic woes impact Georgia  agriculture

USDA says net farm income will end up lower in 2022 than in 2021.

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• CAES
• Magazine
• USDA

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GFB presents commodity award to Guthrie

Retired UGA animal and dairy science professor championed youth programs and started the Georgia Commercial Dairy Heifer Show.

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• UGA Animal and Dairy Science

Seen at Sunbelt Expo

Photos from the 2022 Sunbelt Expo

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GFB a key presence at Sunbelt Ag Expo

Raines honored as GA Expo Farmer, McCall places 2nd in Expo Milking Contest, Leslie Jones urges motorists to be patient with farmers driving farm equipment.

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Morgan Co., UGA teams win Expo/GFB Advocacy contest

Teams met with ag leaders to pitch legislation in mock lobbying session.

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Georgia National Fair honors outgoing Ag Commissioner Black

Event has second-largest attendance in its history.

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Georgia farms honored for longevity

Georgia farms honored for longevity

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Georgia Farm Bureau welcomes Lucky

Farm dog Lucky is the smiling face and wagging tail of GFB Insurance’s new marketing campaign.

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Heavy rains flood portions of Chattooga County

Chattooga Farm Bureau office repairs completed. Farmer suffers cotton & soybean damage.

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• Magazine
• Weather damage

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Walker joins GFB public policy team

She will manage GFB’s annual process of establishing its positions on farm-related issues.

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Hall joins GFA staff

New educational programs assistant will work with Georgia Ag Experience Mobile Ag Classroom.

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GFA offering $70,000 in scholarships for students pursuing ag degrees

Applications will be accepted through March 1, 2023.

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• Scholarships

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Ag In The Classroom Update

Art contests open to middle & high school students

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Teachers take crash course in peanuts

GPC, GFB sponsored metro Atlanta teachers in hopes they will work ag into curriculum.

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Pollinator gardens honor Rosalynn Carter

County Farm Bureaus & volunteers statewide planted gardens this summer to honor the former first lady.

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Vineyard picnic benefits ag awareness

Engelheim Vineyards in Gilmer County hosts first Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Picnic on the Farm Eventure.

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GFA & sponsors host Picnic on Farm

Guests learned about Georgia's wine & grape sector while enjoying picnics, music & art at Engelheim Vineyards.

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GFB Day at the Braves a home run!

Event raised $6,600 for the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture. 

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Thanks Sponsors

Major sponsors for Q3 GFA events are appreciated along with everyone who made a donation.

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A View from the Field

A message from GFB President Tom McCall

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Vote “Yes” on Referendum B in November to Support Merged Family Farms

GFB Public Policy

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Speak up, don’t give up

YF&R Conference focuses on how to break barriers

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Harts, Fleming & Sizemore win GFB YF&R competitive events

State winners advance to national competition at AFBF Convention.

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The nose knows

Beagle Brigade sniffs out threats to U.S. agriculture

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Use of Vermeer baler top prize in GFB Hay Contest 

 Oct. 31 entry deadline

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Rising fuel costs complicate higher farm expenses

The price of diesel in late June was more than two times the price paid before 2020.

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Georgia native Young named AFBF executive vice president

Young will serve in a chief of staff role at AFBF, managing departments and working with state Farm Bureaus.

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Mercer study gauges farmers’ stress levels

Georgia Foundation for Agriculture partnered in survey

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• Mercer University

Prevent pesticide poisoning 

It’s important to safely store pesticides to protect the people and animals on your farm.

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Invasive tick new to Ga. confirmed in three counties

ALHT could potentially kill an animal from excessive blood loss.

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Brundage takes helm as ABAC president

Dr. Tracy Brundage began serving as ABAC president Aug. 1.

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GFB honors livestock champions

Georgia Farm Bureau celebrated the latest group of Georgia Junior National Livestock Show grand champion exhibitors during its Evening of Champions dinner.

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Farmtastic Day!

Pittman's Family Farm in Toombs County hosted event organized by the Georgia Foundation for Agriculture and Georgia Farm Bureau Ag in the Classroom Program.

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Murray receives National AITC Award

Murray is one of eight teachers honored with the 2022 National Excellence in Teaching about Agriculture Award

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Ag in the Classroom Update

Gwinnett & Grady County students win GFB Art & Bookmark Contests

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County Farm Bureaus celebrate GFB 85th Anniversary

Events commemorate founding of Georgia Farm Bureau in 1937.

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Top 12 Young Farmers & Ranchers Photo Contest Winners

Photos will be featured in 2023 GFB Young Farmers & Ranchers Calendar

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Women’s Leadership Update

Make plans to attend Women in Ag Leadership Summit.

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“Be in the Know, Conserve H20” 

STEM Challenge open to grades 3-5; Nov. 18 entry deadline

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture thanks sponsors

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A view from the field

GFB President Tom McCall reflects on GFB's anniversary

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• Tom McCall

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Georgia Farm Bureau marks 85 years of representing farmers

Learn how GFB has changed through the years while continuing to serve Georgia farmers.

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Georgia Farm Bureau members, staff look back in time

GFB celebrates 85th anniversary

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More than a half-century of agricultural advocacy

Polk County Farm Bureau President James Casey shares his Farm Bureau journey

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Russia-Ukraine Conflict impacts agriculture worldwide

Fertilizer supply and prices pose challenges for U.S. producers.

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Grain bin accidents: Know how to prevent & respond

Training shows first responders how to respond to a variety of hazards associated with grain storage.

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General Assembly adjourns with big wins for ag

Freedom to Farm Act among key bills signed into state law.

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Speak up for agriculture: 7 actions of highly effective advocates

U.S. citizens have a civic duty to take an active role in government or at least interact with their elected officials.

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Southwest Georgia farmers gain access to deep groundwater

Project calls for installation of about 240 deep aquifer wells, supports conservation planning at farms & environmental monitoring of groundwater aquifers and ecosystems.

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McCall inducted into Georgia Ag Hall of Fame

GFB president honored for his contributions to Georgia agriculture and agribusiness.

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Raines named ’22 Georgia Farmer of the Year

GFB director will compete with nine other state winners for the Swisher Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year Award.

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Bottomses named National Outstanding Young Farmers

Pike County couple one of four national winners for 2021

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Davis named GFB 8th Dist. federation manager

Houston County native moves into new role after working with GFB Field Claims Department.

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GFB Homegrown event connects consumers with farmers

Female farmers shared their perspective at event during Cherry Blossom Festival in March.

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Ag In The Classroom Update

Farm Bureau celebrates Georgia Ag Week

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Ag books ready for checkout at public libraries

Georgia Foundation for Agriculture & Georgia EMC partner to donate books to libraries.

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Young Farmers & Ranchers visit Louisville

YF&R Update

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GFB WLC supports Ronald McDonald House 

Women's Leadership Update

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GFB sponsors FFA Discussion Meet; Christopher wins

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Georgia Foundation for Ag announces scholarship recipients

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Hoof History

New book celebrates Georgia cattle and producers

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Georgia Cattlemen meet in Savannah

New president installed; biosecurity discussed

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Foundation recognizes recent donors

Georgia Foundation for Agriculture Update

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Impact Funds will help GFB improve engagement with legislators

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GFB members are key to our legislative success

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GFB Board of Directors representing Georgia agriculture

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GFB names Harvey chief administrative officer

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GFB names Fennell corporate secretary

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Bradford leading GFB Policy Department

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Economists give '22 crop outlook

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Georgia cotton farmers: U.S. Trust Protocol wants you!

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Talking is important for good mental health

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Courage over Comfort

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GFB looking for Georgia Ag in the Classroom Teacher of the Year

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April 29 entry deadline for Ga. Ag Experience Pollinator STEM Challenge

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GFB YF&R Program off & running

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Lance finishes fourth in AFBF Excellence in Ag competition

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GFB Women’s Leadership Committee expands focus to advocacy

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Perdue honored with AFBF Distinguished Service Award

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McDaniel, Dalton are GFB 2nd District cattle show winners

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GFB 5th & 7th Districts go hog wild

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GFB mourns losses of Janice Long, Jimmy Lee

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Georgia Farm Bureau honors the cream of the crop

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U.S. farmers & diplomats visit Georgia farms

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture recognizes recent donors

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2021 GFB District Award Winners

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Asian Longhorned Tick arrives in Georgia

Invasive species positively identified on a cow in Pickens County.

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Growing Christmas cheer

Christmas is year-round work for Windham Greenhouses in Laurens County

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A View from the Field

Looking forward to reconnecting at GFB Convention

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Georgia Farm Bureau Middle School Bookmark Contest and High School Art Contest

Feb. 25, 2022, is deadline to submit entries for both contests to local Farm Bureau offices.

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Ga. Foundation for Ag offers $65,000 in scholarships for ag students

Applications must be submitted online only by March 1, 2022.

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Dealing with grief: coping mechanisms

Being a part of a religious community can facilitate the recovery or healing process

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Cattle traits that bring higher prices

Cattle buyer for Midwestern feedlots, shared what he’s looking for when he bids on calves at Georgia livestock barns.

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Centennial Farm Program recognizes Georgia’s ag heritage

Georgia farm families honored during ceremony at the Georgia National Fair.

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Georgia Christmas trees adorn Vice President’s house

Newton County Farm Bureau's Chuck Berry won reserve champion in the 2021 National Christmas Tree Contest.

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Huffmaster to retire, capping a 40-year GFB career

Huffmaster played a key role as GFB led the charge to defend farmers’ sales tax exemptions on farm inputs.

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Ruark reflects on Farm Bureau journey

GFB 4th District director stepping down after 48 years of service on board.

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Tripp & Taylor leading Georgia FSA & Rural Development

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Natalie Murray wins GFB teaching award

Ag in the Classroom Update

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UGA, Florida teams win Advocacy in Action top prizes

Competition designed to put students in simulations where they promote their policy stance with elected officials.

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Georgia National Fair comes back full tilt

After a one-year hiatus due to COVID-19, the fair roared back to life at full throttle from Oct. 7-17.

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Ga. goat & lamb winners showed up & showed out

GFB sponsors the species grand champion prizes for shows held Oct. 8-10

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Sunbelt Ag Expo back in business

Lee Nunn represents Georgia in Southeastern Farmer of the Year; Virginia celebrated as Spotlight State.

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Georgia Foundation for Agriculture recognizes third-quarter donors.

For more information on giving to the GFA, please visit http:// gafoundationag.org/JoinUs. html.

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Bennett & Fulwood join GFA staff

Bennett and Fulwood will set the Georgia Ag Experience’s schedule as it travels to schools and events statewide.

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Hennebelle named Georgia’s new state veterinarian

Hennebelle will oversee the Animal Health Division of the Georgia Department of Agriculture (GDA) while managing GDA staff veterinarians.

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GFB YF&R Conference focuses on ag advocacy

Radke, Powell & Koch provide inspirational talks as Young Farmers & Ranchers meet on Jekyll Island

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Greens, Jackson & Lance win GFB YF&R Competitive Events

Congratulations to Steven & Tara Green, Jessica Lance & Cleve Jackson!

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View from the Field: An accident can only take a second to happen

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GFB Commodity Conference speakers upbeat about agriculture

Commodity Advisory Committees consider recommendations for GFB policy on farm issues.

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Long receives GFB Commodity Award

Former GFB president served on GFB Board of Directors for 21 years.

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