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The office had a soft reopening this week. We will still be primarily teleworking but we are now able to access the office more than we were. Hopefully, soon the office will be fully opened back up to the public. Peanuts: More and more peanuts have been planted. I know this weekend it is supposed…
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Dr. Liu, our UGA Cotton Economist and Dr. John Robinson, Texas A&M, gives a good outlook into marketing and risk management programs for cotton producers. The link below is a youtube video. It’s about 40 minutes long but very interesting if you’re into economics and global trade. Marketing and Risk Management Programs for US Cotton…
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Corn: Its the time of year for little greyish tan spots to start showing up in corn. 99% of the time this is the result of some paraquat drift. There is no need to worry but if you would like one of us to come and check it out, just let us know. Peanuts: Be…
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Its been a little stormy this week which has slowed us down some but it didn’t stop us. Cotton: Most people I’ve have talked with are still waiting a few days before they get started planting. Few have already started to plant and early stands are coming up nicely. Peanuts: I’ve been looking at some…
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Its that time again. We’re still not at the office but we have been out and about. The storm got a little rough Monday morning. The tornado in Brookfield was about 1/2 mile north of my parent’s house. We are still on teleworking, meaning that the office is still closed to the public. If you…
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Using Pesticides Wisely (UPW) Online Trainings Announced
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Here are some things to consider before planting cotton.
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It is almost peanut planting time. Here are some things to consider before you plant.
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The Tift County Extension Office will be closed to the public until further notice. All Extension personnel will be working remotely and are under strict orders to adhere to shelter in place orders and social distancing. We are still available to assist with your needs and questions but we must do so through email or…
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Here are few tips for the upcoming peanut season Growers should ask what the Germination % is on every lot they purchase. Bought seed should be 75% germination or above. Farmer saved seed may be in any range. Please make sure to take a sample and submit to the department of AG to determine germination.…