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In this episode of the Growing On Podcast, you'll get to hear a one-on-one interview with Kevin Tanner, Commissioner of the Georgia Department of Behavioral Health and Developmental Disabilities. Commissioner Tanner shares his story and passion for mental health, especially those in the agricultural community. 

In this episode, you'll learn about the different parts of the peanut indutry. From industry events like the Peanut Farm Show, to learning about the important work of Peanut Breeders, and finally the grading process at peanut buying points that is done by the Georgia Federal-State Inspection Service. Catch it all in this episode! 

Shortly after Hurricane Idalia made landfall and made its way through Georgia, we spoke with Agricultural Climatologist, Pam Knox all about our climate here in Georgia and the Southeast, and the factors that help shape it. 

Each year at their annual GFB Commodity Conference, the organization recognizes someone who's made a lasting impact on the Georgia ag industry. Known as the GFB Commodity Award, it's one of the organization's highest honors. This year's recipient is Barrow County's Terry England.

In this episode of the Growing On podcast, you'll be hearing from Becky Griffin, Community and School Garden Coordinator and Pollinator Health Associate with UGA Extension. Becky discusses this year's upcoming Great Southeast Pollinator Census and why it's so important. 

In this bonus episode, you'll be hearing from Georgia Cattlemen's Association President, Joe Garner. Joe talks about his background, his love for the cattle industry, his journey to becoming the President of the organization, and so much more.