This presentation begins by reviewing the impacts of the 2023 drought in southern Mississippi: namely, an increase in southern blight disease; low yields, which substantially lowered U.S. production; and overall reduced peanut quality. The drought also has the potential to influence seed germination and vigor and thus seedborne disease in 2024. Considerations are provided for planting management and for controlling disease in 2024. The presentation ends with an update on the peanut farm bill.
