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September 21, 2026

New Georgia Grown Map Connects Families With Fall Farms And Agritourism

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Fall farm season is getting underway across Georgia, and the Georgia Department of Agriculture has launched a new tool designed to connect families directly with farms offering seasonal activities.

September 17, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Family Farm Sustainability Committee To Meet In Rome

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A state legislative committee studying the future of Georgia’s family farms will bring its work to Northwest Georgia, with its second meeting scheduled to be held in Rome.

July 16, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Georgia Farmers Asked to Participate in Statewide Survey on Economic Challenges

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Georgia farmers are being encouraged to participate in a new statewide survey designed to better understand the financial challenges facing agriculture and help shape future policy and advocacy efforts.

June 29, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

New Georgia Program Aims to Protect Farmland From Development

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Georgia is taking steps to slow the loss of farmland as rapid growth continues across the state.

June 23, 2026

by Jimmy Holbrook

Chattooga Farm Stand Program Entering Final Days Before Deadline

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Time is running out for residents to participate in the Chattooga County Young Farmers Farm Stand Card Program, with the deadline to complete and submit cards set for June 30.

April 1, 2026

by WZQZ NEWS

Applications Open for 2026 Georgia Centennial Farm Program

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Applications are now being accepted for the 2026 Georgia Centennial Farm Program, which honors farms that have been in the same family for 100 years or more.