Rooted: Partnerships that Grow with the Expo
By Wendy Gonzalez, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern A longstanding partnership is rarely defined by how it begins. More often, its significance becomes apparent in the years that follow, as organizations find new ways to contribute and new reasons to remain involved. For the Sunbelt Ag...
Rural Health in Agricultural Communities
Sydney Griffith, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Rural health is a significant public health concern that affects individuals, families, and communities throughout the United States. Access to quality health care is essential to maintaining a healthy population, yet residents of rural...
Antiques are More Than Decoration
By Faith Railey, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern At the Sunbelt Ag Expo, visitors see not only new innovative agricultural technology but also the classics that came before. Standing the test of time, these antique tractors are not just for display. Each day, these machines pull heavy...
Powering Progress: Equipment and Innovation at the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Brooke Cannon, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Agriculture is always moving forward, and the Sunbelt Ag Expo is where visitors can see that progress firsthand. The 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo brings together the equipment, technology, and hands-on demonstrations that help keep agriculture...
Beyond Expo Week: A Look at the Events and Activities on the Grounds
By Peyton Gwines, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Another year of exhibits, demonstrations, and agricultural activities is wrapping up. While the annual three-day show brings thousands of visitors to Moultrie each October, the Expo grounds have much more to offer throughout the year. The...
Kicking Up Dust at the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Lois Bachle, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern The 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo brought plenty of excitement this week, and the ATV vendors made sure visitors had the chance to kick up a little dust. From exciting test rides to courses filled with twists and turns, there was no shortage of...
What’s New at the Sunbelt Ag Expo? Discover What’s in Store for 2026
By Brooke Cannon, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern With the theme “Driving Agribusiness Forward,” the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo combines the latest agricultural innovations with hands-on demonstrations, educational experiences, and the Southern traditions visitors look forward to each year....
Growing the Next Generation: Youth at the Expo
By Lois Bachle, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern The Sunbelt Ag Expo is always full of tractors, new technology and plenty of things to see. There is something exciting happening around every corner. Past the equipment and exhibits, there's another important part of the Expo worth...
Bees Buzzing Around the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Faith Railey, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern What would the world look like without bees? Just imagine your favorite fruit, like apples, or any other food, disappearing. The dinner table would look empty, with less fruit, vegetables, and nuts available. Over time, fewer animal...
The Hands Behind the Harvest: Volunteers at the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Wendy Gonzalez, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Long before the first visitors make their way through the gates of the Sunbelt Ag Expo, work is already underway. There are preparations to finish and responsibilities to attend to, many of which visitors may never see. Among the people...
A Closer Look at Sheep, Goats and Poultry at Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Sydney Griffith, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Agriculture involves much more than crops and tractors. Livestock and poultry are also important parts of the industry, providing food, supporting farm businesses, and creating opportunities for people across Georgia. At the Sunbelt Ag...
Take a Piece of Sunbelt Ag Expo Home
By Peyton Gwines, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern With three days of exhibits, field demonstrations and activities, Sunbelt Ag Expo gives visitors plenty to see and experience. For those looking to take a piece of the Expo home, this year's official t-shirts offer a souvenir with a...
More Than a Host: The Community Behind the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Wendy Gonzalez, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern There are places people visit once, and there are places that give them a reason to return. For nearly five decades, Moultrie has been the latter for thousands of Sunbelt Ag Expo visitors. What began as an agricultural exhibition has...
Little Boots, Big Adventures: Fun for Kids at the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Brooke Cannon, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Looking for a family adventure that combines fun, learning, and a little country excitement? The Sunbelt Ag Expo has plenty for young visitors to explore. From practicing their fishing skills to seeing farm animals up close, children can...
Harvesting a Peace of Mind: The First Responders of the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Sydney Griffith, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Every October, Moultrie, Georgia, comes alive with the Sunbelt Ag Expo. Visitors travel from across the country to explore the latest agricultural equipment, attend educational seminars, connect with industry professionals and experience...
Fall Weather, Full Days at the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Peyton Gwines, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Opening day of the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo is here, bringing three days of exhibits, field demonstrations, and plenty of ground to cover. Anyone familiar with October in South Georgia knows the weather can be unpredictable, and Sunbelt Ag...
For ABAC Alumni, It Feels Like Homecoming
By Faith Railey, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern It’s a fresh October morning, and the gates are open at the Sunbelt Ag Expo. Friendly faces are everywhere, with smiles, waves, handshakes, and hugs. Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College alumni spot old classmates and reminisce about their...
Show Ring Ready: Tips, Tricks and Fitting at the Expo
By Lois Bachle, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern The Sunbelt Ag Expo is bringing more than just equipment and agricultural exhibits to the grounds this week. Livestock enthusiasts can also get an up-close look at what it takes to prepare animals for the show ring through a series of live...
WOODY LARSON NAMED 2026 SOUTHEASTERN FARMER OF THE YEAR
News ReleaseContact: Becca Turner(229) 985-1968 x2228Email: becca@sunbeltexpo.com For Immediate Release [Moultrie, GA]—Woody Larson, of Okeechobee, Florida, has been selected as the overall winner of the Sunbelt Ag Expo Farmer of the Year award for 2026. Growing up in a dairy farming family, Woody...
2026 Southeastern Hay Contest Winners Annouced
PRESENTED BY MASSEY FERGUSON Liliane Silva, Clemson | Katie Mason, UT | Lisa Baxter, UGA | Uttam Saha, UGA The Southeastern Hay Contest (SEHC) has proudly recognized our regional producers who grow and harvest high-quality hay for the last 23 years. The contest was originally developed by...
Back to the Fields, Back to Familiar Faces
By Wendy Gonzalez, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern October in South Georgia is a busy time of year. Peanut harvest is underway; cotton fields are beginning to show their white, and farmers are making the most of the season. Yet, somewhere between long days in the fields and demands of...
Stockmanship in Action: Curt Pate takes on the Expo
By Lois Bachle, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern With the Sunbelt Ag Expo bringing together agricultural professionals, students, and producers from across the Southeast, there is no shortage of things to look forward to. Among the many demonstrations scheduled throughout the week, the...
Technology Takes the Field
By Peyton Gwines, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern From traditional farming equipment to emerging technology, Sunbelt Ag Expo offers attendees a firsthand look at innovations shaping the agricultural industry. Throughout the grounds, attendees can discover new equipment and ask questions...
Where Agriculture Began: What to See in the Antique Tractor Display at Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Sydney Griffith, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern At the Sunbelt Ag Expo, one of the most impactful experiences of the week is watching visitors walk through the vintage tractor demonstrations and encounter the roots of American agriculture firsthand. For many young visitors, modern...
Come Hungry: A Taste of Everything at the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Brooke Cannon, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern When it comes to the Sunbelt Ag Expo, there is plenty to be excited about, and the food is no exception. Along with the latest agricultural equipment, educational exhibits, and field demonstrations, visitors can look forward to a wide...
Hay Demonstrations Highlight Efficiency at the Sunbelt Ag Expo
By Faith Railey, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Hay producers who want to see the innovative agricultural technology in the hay industry can find equipment demonstrations live at the Sunbelt Ag Expo every day. Innovative technology can help to dry your forage faster and keep more leaf on...
Meet the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Interns – Social Media
Meet the Social Media Interns We are excited to partner with Abraham Baldwin Agricultural College and its Agricultural Communication program, with six young professionals who will cover the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo on on the grounds capturing every part of the Expo. FAITH RAILEY AGRICULTURAL...
Meet the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Interns – Photography
Meet the Photography Interns We are excited to partner with the University of Georgia and its Agricultural Communication program, with six young professionals who will cover the 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo on on the grounds capturing every part of the Expo through their camera lens. JILL RALEY...
Can Fish be the Future?
By Faith Railey, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Land is limiting. You can only grow as many plants as you have land to support. Aquaponics changes that equation. The aquaponic systems showcased in the Aquaculture Building demonstrate that crop production is no longer limited by the acres...
Sunbelt Ag Expo is Right Around the Corner; Plan Your Trip Today
The Sunbelt Ag Expo is right around the corner, and we can’t wait to see you there! Whether you’re a farmer, a gardener, someone visiting for the first time, coming back after years of attendance, or a student, there’s something for everyone to explore during the show. Purchase your tickets...
What Telehealth Means When the Nearest Specialist Is 90 Miles Away
By Jeff Austin, EVP of Network Operations at Kinetic A farmer in his early sixties is managing a chronic condition that takes more than a biannual visit with his family doctor. It’s the kind that needs a specialist looking at his numbers every few months, and the closest specialist who takes his...
Growing Food, People, and Community
By Brooke Cannon, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern EVERY MEAL TELLS a story. Behind every jar of honey, package of bacon, or a basket of peaches, is a farmer and a community that depends on agriculture. Through the Georgia Grown program, these stories are being shared with consumers across...
A Walk on the Livestock Side
By Lois Bachle, 2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Social Media Intern Across the Beef Barn, Dairy Exhibit, Poultry Building, Equine Exhibit and Sheep and Goat Barn, visitors can experience hands-on demonstrations, interact with industry experts and discover the innovations shaping livestock production...
Press Release: 48th Annual Sunbelt Ag Expo – Driving Agribusiness Forward
News Release Contact: Becca Turner 229-891-5647 Email:becca@sunbeltexpo.com For Immediate Release 2026 - Driving Agribusiness Forward The Sunbelt Agricultural Exposition will celebrate its 48th Anniversary show October 20-22, 2026. Over 800 exhibitors will display and demonstrate products and...
2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Top Innovation Award Winners
2026 Sunbelt Ag Expo Innovation Award Winners Learn more about each Top Innovation product below. These are in alphabetical order by company name and not an official ranking of the top awards. To learn more about the Sunbelt Ag Expo Innovation Award, visit...
What to see at the Sunbelt Ag Expo – 2026
Ag Teachers Check out all of these amazing opportunities for your students: Wednesday, October 21 Youth Educational Challenges sponsored by Hays LTI Contest from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm Lunch at 11:30 am Award Ceremony at 2:00 pm Advocacy in Action Contest sponsored by Georgia Farm Bureau Youth...
Precision Ag Tools Are Only as Good as Your Connection
By Barry Bishop – SVP of Kinetic Field Operations Agriculture has gone digital, and most farmers are not only familiar with technology. They’re pushing forward innovating, testing and dabbling with tools and data that are the next big leap forward. According to the USDA, guidance autosteering is...
BQA Certification During the Sunbelt AG Expo: What Producers Need to Know
As a cattle producer, adding value to your herd starts with the management practices you use on a daily basis. The Beef Quality Assurance (BQA) program helps you do just that. BQA is a beneficial way to learn and stay up to date on the industry’s latest and best management practices. As a...
250 Years of Feeding the US: The Legacy of American Agriculture
For 250 years, American agriculture has been advancing and adapting. Long before the modern world as we know it today with skyscrapers and city lights, America was a picturesque scene of open land. While today’s landscape looks different in places, some things remain the same. American roots run...
2026 Virginia Farmer of the Year: Glenn Dye
At 13 years old, after his grandfather passed away, Glenn Dye realized someone had to pick up the slack on the family farm. As a teenager, he started helping his father more with daily tasks. Before his grandfather passed, Dye promised him he would attend college. Upon graduation from Virginia...








































