People & Places

Meet the 2018 Georgia Farmer of the Year

Since 1990, some of the top agribusiness leaders from 10 Southeastern states have competed to be named the Sunbelt Expo Southeastern Farmer of the Year. This year, the state of Georgia will be represented by James Vaughn of Monroe County, …

Former Surgeon Finds New Calling After Crash

WATKINSVILLE, GA – Since the advent of time, farmers have relied heavily on their trusty knife as an important tool of the trade. From a tiny pocket knife to a custom blade it is pretty much with them at all …

School Gardens Look to Engage Students

HIRAM, GA – It’s not a sight that you see every day – kids – outside, and actually enjoying being there, but at McGarity Elementary School, and also in schools all around the state, it’s becoming a common occurrence; all …

Retiring Ag Teacher Shares His Experiences

Doyle Floyd is one of the agriculture teachers at Bleckley County High School and has been teaching now for 31 years. He shares his love of teaching agriculture and what he is going to miss the most going into retirement. …

Tractor Collection to be Auctioned

WAYNESBORO, GA – Born in Georgia, raised on a farm and the youngest of nine children, Clifford Jones remembers vividly the first time he laid eyes on a tractor. It was without a doubt, love at first sight. “Four or …

UGA Golf Course Included In Top College Courses

ATHENS, GA – Designed by famed architect Robert Trent Jones, the University of Georgia Golf Course is recognized as one of the top college courses in the nation. It’s a reputation earned in large part because of all the work …

Quilting Guilds Keeping Art Alive

AUGUSTA – Quilting is an art form that has been passed down for many generations. It used to be a way to keep families warm, but it has transformed into more of a hobby these days. We paid a visit …

Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area Re-Opened

HAWKINSVILLE, GA – Anglers around the state are now welcome to cast their lines at the Ocmulgee Public Fishing Area, as it has officially opened their gates back up to the public after a six-year restoration. After nearly six years …

UGA Equestrian Team Working for National Title

If you haven’t noticed, UGA athletics as a whole is thriving right now. Of course, the football team reached the national championship game. Men’s and women’s track have consistently ranked in the top three. Then there’s the equestrian team who …

Georgia FFA Student Shares His Love For Showing Animals

Jesse Cronic is a member of the West Jackson Middle School FFA and is accomplished in showing animals. He recently shared with the Farm Monitor his love of caring for and showing animals, and the life lessons that come along …