Tag: Center for Agribusiness and Economic Development

Food and fiber production adds $18 billion to Georgia’s economy

Annual report showcases the vitality of Georgia’s agricultural economy.
Mapping the economic value of pollinators

Two researchers put together a county map displaying the economic importance of pollinators across Georgia.
UGA Beef Team uses multidisciplinary approach to support industry

Beef production brought $658.6 million to the state’s economy in 2021.
CAES generates record-setting $686.3 million annual economic impact in Georgia

CAES’ economic impact on the state of Georgia was the highest since UGA began publishing…
Growing Pains

Georgia’s agricultural industry has weathered many storms–with UGA’s help.
Experiential learning sets graduates apart

Here’s a look at how six graduating students earned their experiential learning credit.
UGA CAES to host annual Ag Forecast meetings

Agricultural economists to address latest trends and economic conditions in state’s No. 1 industry.
Gainesville’s Southern Baked Pie Company takes top prize at UGA’s Flavor of Georgia

Amanda Wilbanks, owner of Gainseville’s Southern Baked Pie Company, baked her way to the grand…
UGA’s Ag Forecast to be held across Georgia Jan. 21-29

Whether it’s changing policies or changing weather patterns, the University of Georgia’s team of agricultural…
Flavor of Georgia at UGA to host 10th annual celebration of Georgia’s tastiest food products

Whether it’s a specialty sweet treat, small-batch pork sausage or pimento cheese made from Grandma’s…
A&A Alta Cucina Italia balsamic vinegar wins 2015 Flavor of Georgia contest

Adriana Coppola, a native Italian now living in Johns Creek, won the grand prize in…
Judges choose 30 finalists for UGA’s 2015 Flavor of Georgia contest

Judges have selected 30 products to compete in the final round of the University of…
UGA Ag Forecast to be held across the state Jan. 14-23

From new varieties to new technologies and markets, the University of Georgia’s team of agricultural…
Elberton cheese maker wins 2014 Flavor of Georgia

Elberton farmer, cheese maker and local food advocate Tim Young took home the grand prize…
UGA Extension Ag Forecast to be held across Georgia Jan. 24-31

Agriculture topics from the price of peanut butter to how Europe’s demand for wood pellets…
UGA to celebrate Georgia’s best bites with 2014 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest

Organizers of the 2014 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest are looking for great jams,…
Registration open for UGA’s 2014 Ag Forecast

Agriculture, the biggest industry in Georgia, has an impact felt throughout the state’s economy. In…
Media alert: Deal to speak at UGA, Georgia Southern agribusiness conference

Gov. Nathan Deal will address the importance of international trade to the economic well-being of…
Conference to highlight agricultural exports; early registration ends July 30

Exporting agricultural goods—which include forestry products—will take the spotlight Sept. 25-26 in Savannah as farmers…
UGA, Georgia Southern to host International Agribusiness Conference and Expo

With agricultural products being among the state’s top exports, the University of Georgia College of…
Atlanta chocolatier wins first place at the 2013 Flavor of Georgia Food Product Contest

Atlanta architect Amy Stankus has spent years creating beautiful buildings, but lately she’s turned her…
2013 Flavor of Georgia contest judges select 25 finalists

The best sauces, jams, meats, snacks and sweets in Georgia will duke it out March…
Local speakers to bring international trade home during UGA’s Ag Forecast series

For farmers, the decision to start exporting their products can be daunting or even downright…
Georgia international trade director to headline 2013 Ag Forecast series

Athens, Ga. – In recognition of the growing importance of the global marketplace to Georgia…