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All About the Pod
by Scott Monfort
The University of Georgia Peanut Team presents All About the Pod, a reoccurring podcast for peanut producers, industry partners, and anyone interested in learning about science-backed peanut production. The goal of this podcast is to educate others about up-to-date problems our researchers see in the field. All About the Pod will feature extension specialists, research faculty, graduate students, extension agents, industry allies, and growers.
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All About The Pod - Episode 8, Season 4
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort, along with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Eric Prostko, and Dr. Wes Porter, discussed the wildfires in East Georgia, worsening drought conditions, depleted soil moisture profiles, herbicide activity, thrips and TSWV, variety choices as it relates to #seed/lb and costs per acre to plant. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments. Please keep everyone in your thoughts in Prayers in Southeast Georgia.
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All About The Pod Episode 7, Season 4 --- Do I Have Enough Moisture To Plant Or Should I Wait?
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed the current moisture issue and its impact on planting decisions with Dr. Taylor Singleton, Dr. Wes Porter, and Dr. Lauren Lazaro. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 6. Season 4 -- Early Planting Recommendations Regarding Weather and Moisture
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed early-season planting recommendations regarding weather and moisture with Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Wes Porter, and David Hall (Area Water Agent, Bleckley County). Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 5, Season 4 -- Preseason Discussions and Recommendations and Peanut Achievement Club
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed current weather conditions, moisture needed at planting, fungicides at planting, GA Peanut Achievement Club, and other important items as we approach planting season with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Lauren Lazaro (new precision ag specialist), Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Bob Kemerait, and Dr. Eric Prostko. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 4, Season 4 -- Burndown comments and suggestions, current weather conditions, and things to consider as planting time approaches.
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed burndown scenarios, current weather conditions, and considerations as planting time approaches with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Lauren Lazaro (new precision ag specialist), Dr. Scott Tubbs, and Dr. Eric Prostko. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments. All About the Pod News ---Slides on Herbicide Control 1.) Roundup mixed with zinc and 2.) preplant compared to preplant incorporated of Valor. https://site.extension.uga.edu/thepod/2026/03/season-4-episode-4-more-preplant-considerations-including-dr-prostkos-herbicide-discussion/
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Episode 3, Season 4 -- Early season reminders/recommendations and introduction of new peanut team member
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed the new insecticide, tillage, burn down, in-furrow fungicide options, equipment calibration, and other early-season considerations with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Bob Kemerait, Dr. Wes Porter, Dr. Lauren Lazaro (new precision ag specialist), and Dr. Eric Prostko. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 2, Season 4 -- Comments on Soil Moisture and Temperatures, Varieties, Fertility, Tillage, & Burn Down
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed the current soil moisture and temperatures, varieties, fertility, tillage, & burn down with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Wes Porter, and Dr. Eric Prostko. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 1, Season 4 -- Early season planter maintenance and settings along with comments on weather effects on insects and diseases.
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed the importance of planter and equipment maintenance, along with comments on the impacts of cold weather on insects and diseases for this year, with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Bob Kemerait, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Wes Porter, and Dr. Eric Prostko. Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 40, Season 3 -- 2025 Peanut RX Multi-State Peanut Update
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort discussed the importance of the annual Disease Risk Index Meeting with the multi-state peanut team. This year's participants in the podcast were: Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Bob Kemerait, Dr. Albert Culbreath, Dr. Barry Tillman (UFL), Joseph (UFL Student), Dr. Brendan Zurweller and Ethan Tuberville (Miss State), Dr. Dan Anco (Clemson), Daniel Leonard, and Dr. David Langston (VT). Please contact your county agent if you have questions or comments.
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Episode 39, Season 3 -- Late Season Update and Discussion of Varieties, Yields, Grades, and The EPA Approval of New Insecticide
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, and Taylor Singleton provide a late-season update on the peanut crop, focusing on varieties, yields, and grades. The team also talked about the EPA approval of a new insecticide for peanuts. Please contact your agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 38, Season 3 ---- Harvest After the Freeze.
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Eric Prostko, Wes Porter, and Bob Kemerait discussed the current status of peanut harvest in relation to the freeze this past week. The team also talked about the impacts of the cold and dry weather on available moisture, disease/nematodes, and weeds. Call your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 37, season 3 - -- Freeze Warning & Digging, Insects, and Economics
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Eric Prostko, Amanda Smith, and Clemen Olivera discussed the current status of the crop along with discussing current questions related to insects and economics . Call your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 36, Season 3 -- Late October Crop Conditions - Digging, Disease, and Insects
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Wes Porter, Eric Prostko, Bob Kemerait, and Clemen Olivera discussed the current status of the crop along with discussing current questions related to insect and disease . Call your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 35, Season 3 -- Crop update as of October 24 -- Insects, Disease, Yield and Grade
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Eric Prostko, Bob Kemerait, and Kaelyn Morgan discussed the current status of the crop along with discussing current questions related to insect and disease . Call your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 34, Season 3 --- Mid October Crop Conditions (Yields and Grades) across Georgia
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Eric Prostko, Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, Bailey Abney, and Kaelyn Morgan discussed the changes in weather conditions this week along with the late planted crop as it relates to yields and grades. Call your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 33, Season 3 --- Weather Conditions Delay Harvest, Current Pest Issues, and Cover Crops
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Eric Prostko, Albert Culbreath, Wes Porter, Taylor Singleton, and Kaelyn Morgan discussed the current weather conditions, insect & disease issues, yields, and grades. The group also talked about cover crops. Call your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 32, Season 3 --- 1st week of October - Harvest Continues along with Management of Lates Season Disease and Insects
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Eric Prostko, Albert Culbreath, and Kaelyn Morgan discussed the impacts of recent weather patterns, along with leaf spot and insects on harvest and the late-planted peanut crop. Please contact your local UGA extension agent if you have questions or need assistance.
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Episode 31, Season 3 --- Rain returns after a month for part of Georgia- Impact on the crop?
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Wes Porter, Eric Prostko, Bob Kemerait, and Kaelyn Morgan discussed the impact of the recent rains on the peanut crop and harvest in some areas of Georgia. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 30, Season 3 -- Mid-September Crop Conditions and Harvest Update
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Wes Porter, Albert Culbreath, Ashley Smith (Coffee County ANR Agent), and Kaelyn Morgan discussed the current crop conditions, pest problems, and an update on harvest. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 29, Season 3 -- Maturity, Harvest, and Dry Conditions
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Wes Porter, Eric Prostko, and Kaelyn Morgan discussed digging recommendations for the April to May 10th planted crop and management/water needs for the rest of the crop. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 28, season 3 -- Harvest begins for the early crop, comments on Maturity, disease management and irrigating needs for the rest of the crop.
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, Eric Prostko, and Albert Culbreath discussed digging recommendations of the early planted crop, and disease management/water needs for the rest of the crop. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 27, Season 3 --- Evaluating maturity in early planted peanuts, disease, and celebrating Tim Brenneman retiring
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, and Tim Brenneman, and Albert Culbreath discussed maturity of the early planted crop, disease management, and along with the impact of Tim Brenneman's efforts in peanut. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 26, Season 3 --- Harvest Approaching and Late Season Pest Management
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, and Eric Prostko discussed maturity of the early planted crop along with current pest management situations across the state. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 25, Season 3 -- Management Comments for the Second Half of the Season
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Tim Brenneman, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, Scott Tubbs, and Eric Prostko discussed the current crop situation and pest management concerns as of August 15. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 24, Season 3 -- Peanut & Cotton Update at Crop and Soil Sciences Meeting
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Eric Prostko, Scott Tubbs, Wes Porter, Taylor Singleton, Nino Brown (Peanut Breeder), David Bertioli (Peanut Breeder), Leo Bastos (Integrative Precision Agriculture), Camp Hand (Cotton Agronomist), and Gary Hawkins (Water Resource Management) discussed the current crop situation, current peanut breeding efforts, several integrative precision ag projects, and the importance and current issues with computer AI technologies. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 23, Season 3 -- Crop and Pest Update for August 1st
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Tim Brenneman, Albert Culbreath, Eric Prostko, Scott Tubbs, and Clemen Oliveira (New Plant Pathologist for Peanut and Pecan) discussed the current crop situation along with some comments about pest management as of August 1st. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 22, Season 3 -- July 22nd Crop Conditions
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Tim Brenneman, Albert Culbreath, and Eric Prostko discussed the current crop situation and pest management concerns as of July 22nd. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics fordiscussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 21, Season 3 -- National Peanut Update at APRES 2025
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Eric Prostko, Dr. Bob Kemerait, Dr. Tim Brenneman, and peanut specialists/faculty from Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, Florida, Mississippi, Arkansas, Missouri, and Texas. In this episode, the peanut team talked about the current crop situation in a majority of the peanut-producing states in the USA up to Mid July
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Episode 20, Season 3 - Mid-Season Crop and Pest Management Update
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Wes Porter, Albert Culbreath, Scott Tubbs, Kaelyn Morgan, and Eric Prostko discussed the current crop situation, pest management concerns, and what to expect in the next few weeks. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 19, Season 3 -- Crop Conditions, Pest Management, and Peanut Economics/Farm Bill
In this episode, Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Tim Brenneman, Albert Culbreath, Scott Tubbs, Wes Porter, and Amanda Smith discussed the current crop situation, pest management concerns, and a few comments on the current economic situation/farm bill. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 18, Season 3 --- Late June Crop Conditions and Pest Management Comments
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Bob Kemerait, and Eric Prostko discussed the current crop situation, and pest management options. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 17, Season 3 -- Episode 17 Season 3. All About The Pod -- Herbicide, Insecticide, Fungicide, Irrigation, and Fertility Comments
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, and Eric Prostko discussed the current crop situation, and pest management. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 16, Season 3 -- Pesticide Mixing Combinations and Early Season Insects
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Scott Tubbs, and Eric Prostko discussed current stand issues, Calcium, pesticide mixing combination, and insect issues. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent. Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast at: Episode 16/Season 3 Pesticide Tank Mixes | All About the Pod News
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Episode 15, Season 3 --- Crop Conditions as of June 6th
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Eric Prostko, Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, Albert Culbreath, Tim Brenneman, and Taylor Singleton discussed the current conditions as of June 6th. Topics include stands, weed management, spray mixtures, and early-season insect and disease issues. If you would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 14, Season 3 - Last Quarter of the Planting Season
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Eric Prostko, Bob Kemerait, Wes Porter, and Scott Tubbs discussed the current conditions as of May 30th. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 13, Season 3 --- Current Crop Conditions Mid-May
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Albert Culbreath, Bob Kemerait, and Scott Tubbs discussed the current conditions as of May 23rd. We also got Agent Updates from Seth McAllister (Terrell), Wade Parker (East Georgia), Justin Odom (Seminole), and Justin Hand (Tift). If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 12, Season 3 -- Update on Seed Quality, Pest Management, and Current Conditions
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Albert Culbreath, Wes Porter, Bob Kemerait, and Eric Prostko discussed planting issues related to seed quality, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and the current conditions as of May 16th. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast (Dicamba Injury) at: Season 3, Episode 12 | All About the Pod News
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Episode 11, Season 3 ---- Seed Quality, Pest Management, and Weather
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Albert Culbreath, Scott Tubbs, Bob Kemerait, and Eric Prostko discussed planting issues related to seed quality, herbicides, fungicides, insecticides, and the potential weather pattern over the weekend. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent.
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Episode 10, Season 3 -- Planting Issues Along with Disease and Insect Management
In this episode, Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Wes Porter, Scott Tubbs, Bob Kemerait, and Tim Brenneman discussed planting issues along with disease and insect management. If you have any questions or would like to suggest topics for discussion on a future episode, contact your local UGA Extension agent. Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast at: Season 3, Episode 10 | All About the Pod News
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Episode 9, Season 3 - Important Items to Consider - 1st Full Week of Planting Season
Drs. Scott Monfort, Mark Abney, Eric Prostko, Scott Tubbs, and Lowndes County Extension Agent Josh Dawson discuss issues growers face as they begin planting. For more information, please reach out to your local agent. Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast at: Season 3, Episode 9: Preplant management discussion | All About the Pod News
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Episode 8- Early Season Questions and Concerns
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort dives into the world of peanuts with experts Dr. Wes Porter, Jackson Porter (Engineer in Training), Dr. Eric Prostko, Dr. Bob Kemerait, Dr. Scott Tubbs, and Dr. Nino Brown. The team discussed the current weather conditions affecting planting and addresses this week's questions and concerns. For any inquiries or comments, please reach out to your local county agent.
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Episode 7, Season 3 --- Planting Season is Getting Close
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Wes Porter and Justin Odom (County Agent, Seminole County). The team continued the discussion on the current weather situation and things to consider when deciding to plant early. For more information, contact your local county agent.
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Episode 6, Season 3 --- Things to Consider When Deciding to Plant Early
In this episode, Dr. Scott Tubbs talked peanuts with Dr. Wes Porter, Dr. Albert Culbreath, and Tim Brenneman. The team discussed the current weather situation and things to consider when deciding to plant early. For more information, contact your local county agent.
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Episode 5, Season 3 -- Impact of Early Season Decisions
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Scott Tubbs, Dr. Taylor Singleton, Dr. Wes Porter, Dr. Albert Culbreath, Dr. Eric Prostko, and Piper Monfort. The team discussed the potential effects of changing your standard production practices from crop rotations to pesticide applications. Other topics included knowing which preplant herbicide was applied and which crops can be planted there if you have to alter the initial crop selection. Lastly, the group discussed the importance of kids being involved with Georgia-4H.
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Episode 4, Season 2 -- Discussion of Grower Meeting Survey Questions Asked at Production Meetings
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Mark Abney and Dr. Eric Prostko. The team discussed the results and feedback on survey questions asked during the Production Meetings. For more information, please reach out to your local agent. Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast at: Peanut Yields Since 1999 in Georgia | All About the Pod News
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Episode 3, Season 3 --- Importance of Center Pivot Maintenance
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort talked peanuts with Dr. Wes Porter and David Hall. The team discussed the importance of center pivot maintenance during the winter months.For more information, please reach out to your local agent. Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast at: Infield Inspection Checklist for Center Pivots | All About the Pod News
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Episode 2B- A Live Discussion on the Peanut Marketing Issues at the National peanut Buying Points Conference
In this episode, Don Koehler (Georgia Peanut Commission) discussed Sustainability Efforts with Allie Randell (American Peanut Council), the Future of Grading Facilities at Peanut Buying Points withClay Pirkle (Georgia Federal State Inspection Service), and AMERICAN PEANUT SHELLERS/PEANUT INSTITUTEPROJECTS with Chris Chammoun (American Peanut Shellers Association).
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Episode 2, Season 3 - SE Peanut Specialists Conduct Live Podcast at The National Peanut Buying Points Conference
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort, Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Eric Prostko, Dr. Bob Kemerait, Kris Balkcom (Auburn University), and Dr. Barry Tillman (University of Florida) discussed the potential impacts of increased acres and shortened rotations pest issues, variety choices, yield, and quality. We thank the National Peanut Buying Points Association for the invitation to participate in the conference.
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Episode 1, Season 3 -- Impacts of Decisions
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort, Dr. Mark Abney, Dr. Eric Prostko, and Ethan Moorman discussed the potential impacts of every decision a grower makes. For more information, please reach out to your local agent.
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Episode 44, Season 2 -- Peanut and Cotton Production Meeting Announcement
In this episode, Dr. Scott Monfort and Dr. Hand discussed the upcoming cotton and peanut production meetings. For more information, please reach out to your local agent. Go to All About the Pod News for supplemental information referred to during the podcast at: Peanut and Cotton Meeting Schedule | All About the Pod News
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
The University of Georgia Peanut Team presents All About the Pod, a reoccurring podcast for peanut producers, industry partners, and anyone interested in learning about science-backed peanut production. The goal of this podcast is to educate others about up-to-date problems our researchers see in the field. All About the Pod will feature extension specialists, research faculty, graduate students, extension agents, industry allies, and growers.
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Scott Monfort
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