Economics and Money Resources
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AP 130-3-05
2025 Georgia Beef Cattle Forecast
1. The 2025 outlook for the beef cattle sector is positive with low supplies meeting high demand to create elevated prices.
2. In the near term, the higher risk appears to be beef demand—because of likely high beef prices and ample animal protein competition in the year ahead.
3. Herd rebuilding indicators should be watched carefully as the cattle cycle may be approaching its next low in 2025.William Secor
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AP 130-3-06
2025 Georgia Dairy Forecast
1. The Georgia dairy forecast for 2025 is steady to positive.
2. Key uncertainties come from the balance of supply and demand and potential federal order reform.
3. Highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) and export risks may also play a role in the year ahead.William Secor
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AP 133-1
Hurricane Helene Impact Report
We estimate that Hurricane Helene’s damages to Georgia agriculture and forestry will cost the state economy at least $5.5 billion in 2024 present value. This figure represents the sum of direct crop losses, losses to firms that support agriculture and forestry, losses to workers in those and related industries, and the recovery and restoration costs that firms in these industries will face. The Georgia Forestry Commission is a collaborator with UGA on this publication.
Timothy Coolong, J.Michael Moore, Jake Price, Lenny Wells, Casey W. Ritz, Wade B. Parker, Jillian Bohlen, Lawton Stewart, Greg Colson, Walter Scott Monfort, Todd Applegate, Mary Sutton, Michael Adjemian, Camp Hand, Ted McAvoy, Zilfina Rubio Ames, and Ping Yu
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AP 130-3
2025 Georgia Ag Forecast
Each year, UGA’s agricultural economists develop a comprehensive overview to help various sectors of the agriculture industry navigate the year ahead. As Georgia’s land-grant university, the University of Georgia conducts cutting-edge research on critical and emerging issues that are important to the agriculture industry. From this research, UGA provides the best information and education available to producers and constituents to equip them with knowledge and decision-making tools for their businesses.
Ben Campbell, Esendugue Greg Fonsah, Guy Hancock, Angie Im, Yanshu Li, Yangxuan Liu, Gopinath (Gopi) Munisamy, Daniel Remar, John Salazar, William Secor, Vanessa P. Shonkwiler, and Amanda R Smith
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Leasing hunting land is one of several types of hunting enterprises that can be profitable for landowners, or can at least cover some of the costs of land ownership. This publication give you tips on creating an equitable lease agreement.
Michael T. Mengak
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C 1041-4
Insurance Matters
When times are hard, it is tempting to drop your insurance coverage. This may be OK for some coverage, but not for others. You do not want to put yourself in a worse financial situation than you are already in. Learn about the different types of insurance to help you make the decision about what insurance to keep, reduce, or get rid of.
Travis P Mountain
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C 1041-3
Planning Your Spending
When your income drops, developing a realistic family spending plan is not optional—it is necessary. Learn how to reduce spending and pay debt so you can make sure essential costs can be covered.
Travis P Mountain and Andrea Scarrow
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C 1041-6
Housing: Your Top Priority
Keeping a roof over your head is an important concern when your income drops or doesn’t go as far as it used to. Careful planning can help you avoid eviction from your rental unit or the loss of your home.
Jermaine Durham and Travis P Mountain
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C 1041-1
Moving Forward
Experiencing a loss of income can be devastating. Getting by with less may seem like an impossible task. Learn how to move forward by implementing the keys to success: thinking positive, considering the possibilities, and mapping out your plan.
Travis P Mountain
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