Georgia Peanut Commission Holds Ribbon Cutting and Open

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Georgia Peanut Commission Holds Ribbon Cutting and Open
Autumn 2012
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Georgia Peanut Commission Holds
Ribbon Cutting and Open House for
New Headquarters
Annual Stockholder Meeting Held
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BOARD OF DIRECTORS
Gerald D. Andrews
John W. Bagwell, Jr.
Edward M. Beckham II
Jack W. Bentley, Jr.
William L. Brown
James B. Carlton
Billy J. Clary
Dan N. Crumpton
Guy A. Daughtrey
J.E. “Bud” Jones
Howard Lawson
Ronney S. Ledford
Joseph M. Meeks
Robert G. (Bobby) Miller
Richard David (Dave) Neff
J. Dan Raines, Jr.
George R. Reeves
Anne G. Sisk
David H. Smith
J.T. Woodard, Sr.
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EDITOR & MARKETING MANAGER
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Table of Contents
The Georgia Peanut Commission
(GPC) board of directors concluded
the commission’s 50th anniversary
by holding the official ribbon cutting
ceremony and open house at the new
headquarters in Tifton, Ga., on July 31.
The new headquarters is located off of
Interstate 75 in Tifton at exit 63B. ...
Page 4
“They’re not going to make any more
land.” Roy Malone frequently heard
this nugget of wisdom from his father,
A.C. Malone, Sr. He has passed it along
through the years to his children and
grandchildren as he has admonished them
to care for the land of their inheritance.
A farmer and caretaker of the land
for well over seven decades, today at 91 ...
4 Georgia Peanut Commission
Holds Ribbon Cutting
and Open House for
New Headquarters
6 A Caretaker of the Land
9 Frequently Asked Questions
about Farm Credit
9 Help Grow Your Farm Future
10 Your Good Credit—
Understanding Your
Credit Report
12 Hunters Encouraged to
Review Tree Stand Safety Tips
14 Delightful Holiday Desserts
16 Association News
17 Annual Stockholder
Meetings Held
18 Agriculture in the Next Decade
20 Property for Sale
Page 6
It is not often one gets to return to their
alma mater to be part of a distinguished
panel to address the future of agriculture
and rural America. Cornell University, in
Ithaca, New York, overlooking Cayuga
Lake, one of the Finger Lakes, was the
backdrop for this production. I spent
three years and six months here earning
my master’s and doctorate degrees. ...
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AgGeorgia.3.Autumn 2012
Georgia Peanut Commission Holds Ribbon Cutting
and Open House for New Headquarters
The Georgia Peanut Commission (GPC)
board of directors concluded the commission’s
50th anniversary by holding the official ribbon
cutting ceremony and open house at the new
headquarters in Tifton, Ga., on July 31. The
new headquarters is located off Interstate 75
in Tifton at exit 63B.
“We are proud of the new energy
efficient headquarters and the opportunities
that exist to promote peanuts to millions of
consumers traveling through Georgia,” says
Donald Chase, GPC Building Committee
chairman and peanut farmer from Oglethorpe,
Ga. “The principles of forward thinking in the
design of the new headquarters is a testament
to the forward thinking of farmers in the
peanut industry here in Georgia.”
The new headquarters, designed by
Cadmus Design-Build, will be the first
net-zero energy building for state government
in Georgia. Cadmus Design-Build provides
architectural design and construction
management in the Master Builder tradition
towards net-zero energy, environmental
sustainability and economic feasibility goals.
These high performance standards are met
through a holistic approach to energy and
water efficiency, conservation, environmental
impacts and waste management as part of
design, development, construction and
ongoing building maintenance and operations.
The new headquarters was designed
and built to meet criteria for LEED
Certification at a Platinum Level with a
combination of systems which provide
synergies that result in enhanced performance overall. The site selection, development, building placement, design,
engineering and orientation all contribute
to low-impact and high performance results.
Beyond building to LEED Certification
standards, the new headquarters has fully
integrated alternative/renewable energy
systems that enhance performance capabilities
towards the near- and net-zero energy goals.
The new building’s integrated systems
include both passive and active geothermal
systems, passive solar architectural design and
engineering, solar photovoltaic systems, solar
thermal systems, natural/daylight harvesting
systems, rain and condensate harvesting,
Georgia Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black and Georgia Farm Bureau President Zippy Duvall, joins the Georgia Peanut Commission board members for
the ribbon cutting at the new building.
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“Not only does this building represent a huge commitment and
achievement from Georgia’s peanut farmers, but it will serve as an
achievement for the entire peanut and agricultural industry in Georgia.”
­—Don Koehler, Georgia Peanut Commission executive director
and so many other materials and methodologies that all contribute to the Cadmus
Design-Build mission of “Building a Better
Environment.”
During the ceremony Debbie Cannon
with U.S. Sen. Saxby Chambliss’ office
presented a U.S. flag flown over the
U.S. Capitol in honor of the GPC’s 50th
anniversary. Congressman Austin Scott
commended the GPC on an excellent job and
stated that he looks forward to continuing to
represent them in Congress.
Commissioner of Agriculture Gary Black
also presented Georgia Grown products to the
GPC and stated that the department is having
a Georgia state flag flown over the Georgia
State Capitol in honor of the GPC. The GPC
was presented with congressional records on
their 50th anniversary from Sen. Chambliss,
Sen. Johnny Isakson, Congressman Scott and
Congressman Sanford Bishop.
“The commission is proud of the fact that
we have used local contractors and businesses
in the construction of the new headquarters
which has helped strengthen the economy
in the south Georgia area,” says Armond
Morris, GPC chairman and peanut farmer
from Ocilla, Ga. “The new headquarters will
assist the commission in fulfilling its mission
of educating consumers and telling the peanut
farmers’ story.”
During the ceremony Don Koehler,
GPC executive director, noted that
the new facility lacks only one thing,
“We’re absent of a mortgage because
it’s paid for.” He also said the cost of
the building was $87 per square foot.
“Not only does this building represent a
huge commitment and achievement from
Georgia’s peanut farmers, but it will serve
as an achievement for the entire peanut and
agricultural industry in Georgia,” Chase says.
“We have had numerous partners throughout
the industry that have seen the value of the
new headquarters and educating consumers
about agriculture.”
The new headquarters has been
made possible through sponsorships and a
commemorative brick and bench program.
The sponsors include:
Platinum level
Kelley Manufacturing Co.
www.kelleymfg.com
Lewis M. Carter Manufacturing
www.lmcarter.com
Gold level
American Peanut Shellers Association
www.peanut-shellers.org
Birdsong Peanuts
www.birdsong-peanuts.com
Toto, USA, Inc.
www.totousa.com
The FlintCo Family of Companies
• Albany Tractor Company
• Flint Equipment Company
• Flint Power Systems
www.albanytractor.com
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Silver level
Farm Credit
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Lasseter Equipment Group
http://lassetereq.agandturfdealer.com/dwp/location/
lasseter-implement-company-douglas
SunSouth
www.sunsouth.com
Numerous farmers, organizations
and businesses have all contributed to
the building program by sponsoring
a commemorative brick or bench.
For more information on the GPC building
project, visit www.gapeanuts.com. z
A Caretaker of the Land
By Mary Kiley
“They’re not going to make any more land.”
Roy Malone frequently heard this nugget
of wisdom from his father, A.C. Malone, Sr.
He has passed it along through the years to
his children and grandchildren as he has
admonished them to care for the land of their
inheritance.
A farmer and caretaker of the land for
well over seven decades, today at 91 Roy
still takes pleasure in walking in his woods,
marking the timber for harvest and planning
for the future of his family’s farm.
“My grandfather moved to Laurens
County from Jasper County when my papa
was about 14, back in the late 1800s. He saw
how poor land management had eroded
away the topsoil. He learned something from
that, and he taught my papa about taking
care of the land. My papa taught me,” says
Roy. The lesson on land stewardship has
resulted in numerous accolades for Roy and
his Goose Hollow Farm. Among his awards
and recognitions he was selected as “Man
of the Year” in conservation for Laurens
County in 1962, recognized as an outstanding
forest landowner by the Georgia Forestry
Commission and received the Outstanding
Forest Stewardship award in 1995.
Roy’s dad was a farmer in the 1920s
when Roy was born; he and his siblings were
raised with a strong work ethic as they lived
through the depression of the 1930s. Roy
remembers picking cotton for neighbors from
daylight until dark. He had four jobs as he
completed two years of college at Abraham
Baldwin Agricultural College in Tifton, where
he received his degree in 1941.
After graduation he told his dad that he
wanted to farm. His dad sold him 50 acres of
land and told him he would record the deed
when Roy had paid off the land. To earn
money to pay the debt Roy caught a bus for
Los Angeles, where his brother was working
at Lockheed and got a job there.
Wanting to fly, Roy then joined the
Army Air Corps and was sent to Texas for
flight training. Then it was on to Meridian,
Miss., for more training. By December of
Top of page, Roy and Sarah Malone have a love for the land they and their family have lived on and farmed for more than 70 years.
Below, Lt. Colonel Malone’s collection of World War II memorabilia includes the Longines-Wittnauer clock from his P-51 Mustang Fighter plane, “The Georgia
Rebel” and the flight log book he used in the Pacific theater.
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“[My grandfather] saw how poor land management had eroded
away the topsoil. He learned something from that, and he taught
my papa about taking care of the land. My papa taught me.”
1944, he was headed to the Pacific where he
flew 65 combat missions in a P-51 Mustang.
He didn’t think much about the dangers of
being a fighter pilot during wartime, but after
returning from the missions the pilots were
given a couple of ounces of liquor for their
nerves. Since Roy didn’t drink he stashed the
liquor in a bottle and eventually traded it to
an infantryman for a Japanese sword, which
he still has in his collection of memorabilia
from the war.
Life was rough in the Pacific during
World War II. Meals were mostly K-rations.
One Christmas, Roy was hoping for a good
meal for the holiday; when he went to the
mess hall for dinner he says, “They put a
bunch of peas on my plate with some bread,
grits and syrup.” That was Christmas dinner.
He and his fellow pilots lived in tents. “We
dug fox holes next to our tents in case of an
air raid,” says Roy. “We had to be ready to
go on missions at any notice and never got
any time off.”
After the war Roy took his separation
pay and bought more land to farm. He
came home to Georgia, graduated from
the University of Georgia with a degree in
agriculture, married Sarah Weaver, started
a family and farmed. And he stayed in the
Air Force Reserves until his retirement as a
Lt. Colonel after nearly 30 years of service.
Roy Malone has seen many changes in
farming throughout his career and he has
been instrumental in making some of those
changes. Included in his resume are:
ŪŪ Past Vice President and member of
the board of the Mutual Production
Credit Association
ŪŪ Past Member of the board of South
Atlantic Production Credit Association
ŪŪ Past Vice President and board
member of the Dublin Federal Land
Bank Association
ŪŪ Past Member of the Agriculture, Small
Business and Labor Advisory Council
to the Federal Reserve Board of Atlanta
ŪŪ Past Chairman of the Hampton Mills
Community Agricultural Stabilization
and Conservation Committee, 1963
and 1965
ŪŪ Member of Positioning Agriculture for
Rural Economic Advantage through the
UGA Cooperative Extension Service
in 2000
ŪŪ Past Chairman and member of the Board
of Directors of the Georgia, Florida and
Alabama Peanut Association
ŪŪ Certified Forest Steward
ŪŪ Past Member of the Georgia Commodity
Commission for Peanut Advisory Board
His awards and tributes are too many to
mention. But they all honor a remarkable man
who has lived his lifetime dream of being a
good farmer and steward of the land.
Today, Roy and Sarah’s son James does
most of the farming on the 2,000-acre farm.
Their other children, Pam Mullis and Gail
Poole, have other interests. Son, Pat, passed
away several years ago. Roy and Sarah
Malone hope that someday one of their 13
grandchildren or 19 great-grandchildren will
continue farming and conserving the land of
middle Georgia. z
Roy Malone with the Japanese sword that is
part of his vast collection of memorabilia from
World War II.
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The term Government Sponsored Enterprise, or GSE, refers to a financial service
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As a GSE, the System is regulated by the
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steady access to competitively priced funds
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Beginning January 2013, America’s farmers
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Agriculture. Conducted every five years
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Census data are used by all those
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As preparations continue for the 2012
Census of Agriculture, we call on farmers
and ranchers to share their stories, ask
questions and talk to their fellow producers
about this critical effort. Your answers to
the Census help grow your farm future;
shape farm programs; and boost services
for you, your community and your industry.
NASS will mail out Census forms in
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February 4th, 2013. Producers also have the
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Your Good Credit
Understanding Your Credit Report
By A. Michael Rupured, UGA Extension Consumer Economics Specialist
What do you do when someone asks to
borrow money or a personal item from you?
Your decision about whether or not to lend
will likely be based upon your perception of
that individual’s character, his or her capacity
to pay you back, any collateral offered in
exchange, perhaps your knowledge of capital
they hold in reserve, and conditions— the
situation they are in and the cost to you. We
call these factors the Five C’s of credit.
Lenders and other entities rely upon
these same factors when making decisions
about whether to do business with consumers
and businesses. Instead of gut reactions and
informal agreements, the world of credit relies
upon formal agreements that are regulated by
the federal government. Federal law determines the information that can and cannot
be used by lenders, employers, and others to
make decisions about doing business with
you. When you complete an application to
apply for a loan, lenders cannot ask about
your age, religion, race and other factors that
have nothing to do with your ability to repay
the loan. Credit Reporting Agencies (CRAs)
collect information about you from financial
institutions, court documents, public records,
companies with which you do business,
your employers and other entities. CRAs
make money by charging for access to the
information they have collected about you
for a wide variety of purposes including to
verify information you provide on job and
credit applications.
The CRA file about you is your credit
report. Your credit report documents the Five
C’s of credit as they relate to you and is the
basis for your credit score. Understanding
how your credit report is compiled and used
is essential for your long term economic wellbeing and overall financial security.
In a 2005 Government Accountability
Office (GAO) survey, the average score on
a knowledge test about credit reports and
credit scores given to consumers was just
55 percent. Two-thirds of the respondents
were unable to correctly name any of the
major Credit Reporting Agencies (CRAs).
An equal percentage did not know that credit
histories could impact insurance premiums
and possibly even employment. Nearly threefourths (72%) did not know that CRAs investigate incorrect information on one’s credit
report for free. Lastly, more than half (52%)
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were not able to identify factors that affected
credit, and nearly one-third (32%) did not
know the definition of credit score.
Establishing, maintaining, and
protecting Your Good Credit can save you
thousands of dollars over time and may
mean the difference between you and your
competition for job opportunities. Federal
law (FACTA) allows all consumers to
obtain one free credit report every year from
EACH of the three major CRAs (Equifax,
Experian and TransUnion). You can request
your first free copy from each CRA online
(http://www.annualcreditreport.com) or toll
free (1.877.322.8228). Georgia residents are
entitled to a second free credit report from
each of the three major CRAs. To obtain your
second free copy you need to contact each
CRA individually. When you use the Internet,
they may ask for a credit card number before
determining that you are a Georgia resident
and eligible to receive a free copy. Providing
a credit card number is not required when
you call the toll free number for each CRA.
Negative information in your report that
is accurate remains on the credit report for
seven years; ten years in the case of Chapter 7
bankruptcy. Positive information may remain
on your report indefinitely, but is often purged
after seven years. Negative information may
reappear at a later date if the obligation is
still outstanding.
If your credit report contains inaccurate
information, follow the instructions that
came with the report for disputing errors.
The CRA has 30 days to confirm receipt of
your inquiry, and 60 days to investigate. You
may need to contact the creditor reporting
inaccurate information about you to clear
up the problem. Once the problem has
been resolved, wait two or three months
and request a copy of your credit report to
make sure the inaccurate information has
been removed.
Understanding how your credit report is compiled and used is essential
for your long term economic well-being and overall financial security.
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Personal Information including your name,
current and previous addresses, current and
previous employers, your Social Security
number, your telephone number, and your
date of birth are on your report. Age cannot
be used as a factor in employment or credit
decisions. Your date of birth is collected in
most cases to verify identity. Your credit
report does NOT include gender, ethnicity,
religion, political affiliation, medical history,
criminal records or your credit score. Credit
history includes information about credit
accounts that were opened in your name or
accounts for which you are an authorized
user. Accounts may include retail credit cards,
loans from a financial institution or finance
company, mortgages and home equity loans,
and bank credit cards. It generally does NOT
include information about your experience
with checking or savings accounts.
For each account, your credit file
includes the creditor’s name, your account
number, how much you borrowed, how much
you still owe, your credit limit, dates the
accounts were opened, updated, or closed, and
your repayment history. Repayment history
categories include: paid as agreed, 30 days
or more late, 60 days or more late, 90 days or
more late, and closed by lender due to default.
Inquiries are recorded on your credit
report any time someone requests access to
your file. There are three types of inquiries.
Consumer-initiated inquiries are the result of
your application for credit, employment, or
service leading to a request from the business
for your credit report so they can verify the
information you provided on the application.
There are also “Promotional Inquiries,” such
as when a credit card company is looking
for consumers with a particular profile for
marketing purposes, such as credit card offers.
Finally, there are “Administrative and Account
Management Inquiries” from businesses
you owe money to in order to verify that
your financial situation and ability to repay
hasn’t changed. Public Records include tax
liens, bankruptcies and court judgments. As
noted above, criminal records are NOT part
of your credit file. CRAs can and do create
specific credit reports to meet the needs of
the requesting entity.
When you request a copy of your credit
report from one of the three major CRAs
(Equifax, TransUnion and Experian), the
copy you receive includes everything so you
can verify the accuracy of the information
and address any errors. Requesting entities
may see all or part of that information, and in
some cases, more. Information not included
as part of your credit file, such as education
verification, Department of Motor Vehicles
record checks and criminal record checks, may
be combined with the report by entities that
specialize in background checks. z
For more information, contact your local cooperative
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Hunters Encouraged to
Review Tree Stand Safety Tips
Though commonly used by deer hunters
everywhere, tree stands often are improperly
installed. As a result, they are considered the
leading cause of hunting-related incidents,
according to the Georgia Department of Natural
Resources’ Wildlife Resources Division.
Not every tree stand is the same. Hunters
should be familiar with their particular
model’s features. Following are recommended
safety tips:
ŪŪ When using a non-climbing portable or
ladder stand, hunters should securely
fasten the stand to the tree and install
ladders or steps according to the
manufacturer’s directions.
ŪŪ Hunters should ALWAYS wear a FallArrest System (FAS)/Full Body Harness
during ascent and descent. Be aware that
single strap belts and chest harnesses are
no longer recommended and should not
be used. Failure to use a FAS could result
in serious injury or death.
ŪŪ Hunters should ALWAYS attach their
FAS in the manner described by the
manufacturer. Failure to do so may
result in suspension without the ability
to recover into the tree stand. Be aware
of the hazards associated with full body
harnesses and the fact that prolonged
suspension in a harness may also be fatal.
ŪŪ Have in place a plan for rescue, including
the use of cell phones or signal devices
that may be easily reached and used
while suspended. If rescue personnel
cannot be notified, you must have an
alternate plan for recovery or escape. If
you have to hang suspended for a period
of time before help arrives, exercise your
legs by pushing against the tree or doing
any other form of continuous motion or
use your suspension relief device.
ŪŪ Consider your personal physical
condition before going out. If you do
not have the ability to recover or escape
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from a FAS, it is recommended that you
hunt only from the ground.
ŪŪ Hunters should ALWAYS use a haul line
to pull their gear and unloaded firearm
or bow into their tree stand. Never
climb with anything in your hands or
on your back. Prior to descending, lower
equipment to the ground on the opposite
side of the tree.
ŪŪ Staying awake and alert is important.
Hunters should avoid taking medications that cause drowsiness prior to
hunting. Also, never use alcohol or drugs
before or while hunting.
ŪŪ Hunters should always inform someone
of where they are hunting and what time
they expect to return. z
For more information on tree stands or huntingrelated safety, call 770-761-3010 or visit
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Delightful Holiday Desserts
Family Features, Source: ACH Foods Company, Inc.
Celebrate the holiday season by giving familiar flavors a little bit of
wow. You can impress guests with these delightful desserts - that are
actually easy to make.
Sweet and tangy Cranberry Tarts, Premium Pecan Pie and
luscious Individual Pumpkin Pies can be made with ingredients you
probably have on hand, like Fleischmann’s Yeast and Karo Syrup. Bake
them up ahead of time and you’ll have delightful treats ready for any
holiday celebration.
Directions:
Combine 1 1/2 cups flour, sugar, undissolved yeast and salt in a
large bowl.
Heat milk, butter and water until very warm (120°F to 130°F).
Gradually add to flour mixture; beat 2 minutes at medium speed of
electric mixer, scraping bowl occasionally.
Add eggs and 1/2 cup flour; beat 2 minutes at high speed, scraping
bowl occasionally. Stir in enough remaining flour to make stiff batter.
Cover tightly with plastic wrap; refrigerate 2 to 24 hours.
Remove from refrigerator. Punch dough down. Remove dough to
lightly floured surface. Roll to 21 x 12-inch rectangle.
Spread Cranberry Filling over dough to within 1/2 inch of edges.
Fold crosswise in thirds, to enclose filling, making a 12 x 7-inch rectangle.
Press edges to seal. Cut dough into 12 (1-inch) strips. Holding ends of
each strip, twist three times. Pinch together ends of each twisted strip
to form tarts; place on greased baking sheets. Cover; let rise in warm,
draft-free place until almost doubled in size, about 30 to 45 minutes.
Bake at 400°F for 12 to 15 minutes or until done, switching positions
of sheets halfway through baking time for even browning. Remove tarts
from baking sheets; let cool on wire racks. Drizzle tarts with Powdered
Sugar Icing, if desired.
Cranberry Filling:
Combine 1 cup finely chopped cranberries, 1/2 cup sugar, and 1 1/2
teaspoons grated orange peel in a medium saucepan; bring to boil over
medium heat. Reduce heat; simmer, stirring frequently, for 5 minutes
or until very thick. Remove mixture from heat, and let cool.
Cranberry Tarts
Refrigerate Time: 2 to 24 hours
Proof Time: 30 to 45 minutes
Bake Time: 12 to 15 minutes
Yield: Makes 12 tarts
Ingredients:
3 1/2 to 4 cups all-purpose flour
1/4 cup sugar
1 envelope Fleischmann’s Active Dry or RapidRise Yeast
1 teaspoon salt
3/4 cup evaporated milk
1/4 cup butter or margarine
1/4 cup water
2 eggs
Cranberry Filling (recipe follows)
Powdered Sugar Icing, optional (recipe follows)
Powdered Sugar Frosting:
Combine 1 cup powdered sugar, 4 to 5 teaspoons evaporated milk,
and 1/2 teaspoon Spice Islands Pure Vanilla Extract in a bowl. Stir
until smooth.
For more holiday dessert recipes
and baking inspiration, visit
www.breadworld.com and
www.karosyrup.com.
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Premium Pecan Pie
Individual Pumpkin Pies
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Bake Time: 20 minutes for the pie shell and 50 to 55 minutes for the pie
Yield: One 9-inch pie
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Bake Time: 50 minutes
Cool Time: 1 hour
Yield: 18 servings
Ingredients:
1 (9-inch) pie crust
3 eggs (whole)
2/3 cup Karo Dark Corn Syrup
2/3 cup Karo Light Corn Syrup
2/3 cup maple syrup
1/4 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon Spice Islands Vanilla Extract
1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted
1/2 teaspoon all-purpose flour
1 1/2 cups pecans (halves or pieces)
Ingredients:
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 teaspoons Spice Islands Pumpkin Pie Spice
2 eggs
1/2 cup Karo Light Corn Syrup
1 can (15 ounces) pumpkin
1 can (12 fluid ounces) evaporated milk
18 baking cups size 2 1/2 inches
18 vanilla wafers
Directions:
Par-bake your favorite pie crust (either homemade or purchased) in a
350°F oven for about 20 minutes or until it just barely starts to brown.
Beat eggs on medium speed of electric mixer for about 30 seconds,
until foamy. Add all syrups, salt and vanilla, and beat for about 1 minute
on medium speed until well combined.
Add melted butter and flour.
Place pecans in the par-baked pie crust and pour mixture over
pecans. Bake at 350°F for 50 to 55 minutes.
Directions:
Mix sugar, salt and spice in a bowl. Add eggs and beat slightly. Stir in
corn syrup, pumpkin and evaporated milk; blend well.
Portion baking cups in muffin pans and place 1 vanilla wafer in
each. Fill each two-thirds full of pumpkin mixture.
Bake at 300°F for 25 minutes, or until knife inserted in center
comes out clean. Cool in pans for 5 minutes; remove.
Cool a minimum of 1 hour before serving. Garnish as desired.
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Association News
Murray County Farm Tour
Murray County hosted visitors from several
state public offices for a farm tour Sept. 20.
There were several stops at different farming
operations across the county and AgGeorgia
provided lunch for everyone. The tour was
organized to showcase cattle operations,
poultry farms, dairy operations, and the
Agricultural Facilities of Murray County.
Chief guest for the tour was Georgia’s
Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black and
two of his representatives, Sydne Moody and
Martin Sullivan. Also in Attendance were
State Representatives Tom Dickson, Rick
Jasperse, and John Meadows. Representing
Congressman Tom Graves on the tour was
his Field Representative Travis Loudermilk.
Zack Murphy, a loan officer in the Chatsworth
Branch, along with many other residents of the
county, attended the tour.
Farm tours are an excellent way to
showcase farms across the state of Georgia;
they allow face-to-face contact with representatives and the Commissioner of Agriculture.
AgGeorgia’s Zack Murphy and Georgia
Agriculture Commissioner Gary Black visiting
a Layer Hen Farm on the Murray County Farm
Tour on Sept. 20.
Notice of Annual Report Availability
The 2012 Annual Report will be available on AgGeorgia Farm Credit’s website by March 15,
2013, which is 75 days after the 2012 year end. To access the financial statements online, go to
AgGeorgia Farm Credit’s website at www.aggeorgia.com and select the annual report link. The
printed hard copy of the 2012 Annual Report will be mailed to Shareholders on or before March
30, 2013, which is 90 days after the 2012 year end.
New Employees
Chad Gasaway has
joined AgGeorgia
Farm Credit as a special
assets manager in the
Gainesville administrative office. Chad
previously served as
special assets officer
for a commercial bank
in North Carolina. With more than 11 years of
lending experience, he has worked in various
capacities to include retail and commercial
credit, credit review and special assets. A
graduate of the University of Tennessee at
Chattanooga and with an MBA with a concentration in Finance, AgGeorgia is pleased to
have Chad join our team.
Holiday Closures
All AgGeorgia offices will be closed:
November 22-23 for Thanksgiving
December 24-25 for Christmas
January 1 for New Year’s Day
Retirement
Morgan Adams has
joined AgGeorgia Farm
Credit as a loan officer
in the Moultrie branch
office. Originally
from Commerce, Ga.,
Morgan is a graduate
of the University of
Georgia with a degree
in AgBusiness. He says, “I am looking forward
to serving the agricultural financing needs of
farmers and rural residents in the Colquitt
County area.” Join us in welcoming Morgan
to our team.
AgGeorgia.16.Autumn 2012
Ann Perkins has
retired as branch
operations coordinator
after 27 years of service
to AgGeorgia Farm
Credit. Ann began
her career in 1985 as
an office assistant in
Winder. Best wishes,
Ann, for a long and happy retirement!
Annual Stockholder Meetings Held
Directors Elected
Mr. Jack Bentley, Jr., Mr. Howard Lawson
and Mr. George R. Reeves were re-elected
to the AgGeorgia board of directors at the
stockholder meetings, held this past October.
Jack W. Bentley, Jr., is
from Wilkes County. He
is a dairy farmer and the
owner/operator of A&J
Dairy. He is a graduate
of Clemson University.
Mr. Bentley presently
serves on the board of
AgGeorgia Farm Credit, ACA, where he has
held positions as Chairman, Vice Chairman
and Chairman of the association’s Audit
Committee and Compensation Committee
along with serving on various other board
committees; AgFirst Farm Credit Bank, where
he serves on the Compensation Committee
and on the AgFirst Plan Sponsor Committee;
American Dairy Association and Southeast
United Dairy Industry Association; Wilkes
County Farm Bureau, and Wilkes County
Board of Tax Assessors. He also serves on the
Advisory Committee of the Wilkes County
Young Farmers. He is a volunteer fireman with
the Tignall Volunteer Fire Department. He is
a member of Danburg Baptist Church where
he serves as a deacon. He and his wife, Angie,
have two sons, Will and his wife, Kimberly,
and grandchildren, J.W. and Ellie, and Ben
and his wife, Casie Jo.
Howard Lawson is
from Brooks County.
He is a semi-retired
farmer and his operation
consists of cotton,
pecans, peaches, pines
and miscellaneous row
crops. He is a graduate
of Emory Junior College. Mr. Lawson serves
on the board of AgGeorgia Farm Credit, ACA,
and on various board committees; BCT Gin
and the Georgia. Agriculture Commodity
Commission for Peaches. He is also a member
of Brooks County Farm Bureau where he
has served as president. He is a member of
the Masons and Shriners where he served
as Master. He has served on the Advisory
Committee of the Citizens Community Bank.
He is a member of Morven Baptist Church.
He and his wife Nannie Beth live in Morven.
George R. Reeves is
from McDuffie County.
He is a farmer and his
operation consists of
a cow-calf operation,
hay and forestry
management. He is a
graduate of the University of Georgia. Mr. Reeves serves on the
board of AgGeorgia Farm Credit, ACA, and
on various board committees; the McDuffie
County Farm Bureau; serves as SupervisorTreasurer for the McDuffie County Soil &
Water Conservation District and is a member
of the Little River Cattlemen’s Association.
He is a member of the Georgia Farm Bureau
and has served on the Advisory Committee
and was chairman of the McDuffie, Warren,
Columbia, Richmond FSA committee. He is a
member of the Thomson First Baptist Church.
Mr. Reeves is a veteran, having served as an
officer in the US Army’s 3rd Infantry Division
and later in the Georgia Army National Guard.
He and his wife, Helga, have two sons, Randy
and Michael.
J.E. Jones Announces Retirement
Mr. J.E. (Bud) Jones, longtime AgGeorgia
director, will be retiring from the board at
the end of this year.
First elected to the board of directors of
the Cordele Production Credit Association
AgGeorgia Farm Credit Board Chairwoman
Anne Sisk and CEO Jack Drew present a plaque
and resolution to Mr. J.E. Jones, honoring him
for his 31 years of service to Farm Credit.
in 1981, Mr. Jones has continued to serve
the stockholders as a director of the South
Georgia Production Credit Association and
South Central Farm Credit, predecessors to
AgGeorgia Farm Credit, ACA, through the
ensuing 31 years as a recognized agricultural
leader. The Association will miss Mr. Bud’s
expertise and experience and we wish him
well in his retirement.
AgGeorgia Remembers Mr. Carroll Castleberry
The family of Mr. Carroll Castleberry was
presented with a plaque and resolution
honoring the late director at the Carnesville
stockholder meeting.
Mr. Castleberry was first elected to
the board of directors of the Federal Land
Bank Association of Gainesville in 1970.
He continued to serve for the next 41 years
AgGeorgia.17.Autumn 2012
as director of North Georgia Farm Credit
and AgGeorgia Farm Credit. His expertise
and experience in the farming industry and
recognition as a business leader made him an
invaluable asset to the board of directors and
his absence is felt by all who were privileged
to know him.
Agriculture in the Next Decade
Dr. Dave Kohl
By Dr. David M. Kohl
It is not often one gets to return to their alma
mater to be part of a distinguished panel to
address the future of agriculture and rural
America. Cornell University, in Ithaca, N.Y.,
overlooking Cayuga Lake, one of the Finger
Lakes, was the backdrop for this production. I
spent three years and six months here earning
my master’s and doctorate degrees. I shared
the panel with Dr. Kathryn Boor, Dean of
the College of Agriculture and Life Sciences,
and Mr. Chuck Connor, President and CEO
of the National Council of Farmer Cooperatives. The panel was moderated by one of my
former classmates, Mr. Bill Lipinski, CEO of
Farm Credit East. Let us explore some of the
thoughts and perspectives shared that day.
The Agricultural Marketplace
First, the food, fiber, and fuel marketplace
will undergo more change in the next 10 years
than it has in the past 50. Local, natural and
organic agriculture will be a growing segment
of the market, particularly in the population
belts of the eastern part of the United States
extending into Canada, where nearly 40
percent of the affluent population is located.
Globally, the emerging marketplace
will present tremendous opportunities
for producers in the food, fiber and fuel
businesses. The key will be to deliver products
to a global populace, in which 27 percent live
on less than a dollar per day and another 20
percent live on less than two dollars per
day. It was the consensus of the panel that
the U.S. agricultural industry needs to more
fully understand global emerging trends and
the needs of diverse cultures in regions with
growing populations.
Consumer Relations
The panel was in agreement that more time
will be needed with government agencies
and the public sector going forward. With 85
percent of Americans two generations away
from the farm, connecting with consumers
concerning market trends, and social and
natural resource issues needs to be a high
priority for any individual or group linked
to agriculture. Understanding the emotional
“hot buttons” of the public and developing
proactive, fact-based, educational response
programs are going to be critical to garner
support. More time will be spent across the
spectrum with local, state, national, and international government agencies and centers
given these challenges. One must be engaged
with consumers and be an advocate for the
agricultural industry.
The panel was asked how risk in the
agricultural industry has changed. Volatility
at the extremes in market dynamics, that
being cost, revenue, and bottom line net profit,
was the most frequent response. Volatility
will create more opportunity for success, but
it also comes with more opportunity to fail.
Success in Agriculture
This leads to the final issue of how one can
succeed in agriculture in the next 10 years.
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Regardless of the agricultural endeavor, being
associated with the right people and having
effective “people skills” will be essential.
Networking with others and establishing
customer advisory groups in the business will
be critical to connect with the marketplace
and people outside of agriculture. Internally,
advisory groups can bring expertise and a
critical eye to business strategies that ensure
the operation stays on course, ensuring
a profitable, sustainable business and a
rewarding lifestyle.
Preserving flexibility in business
strategies and maintaining proper levels
of financial debt and working capital will
assist in navigating through the downturns
of economic cycles. This will also allow the
business to “hit the ground running” when
opportunities arise on the other side of a
downturn. These strategies apply regardless
of business size, enterprise or location.
All the panelists were bullish on the
next decade for the agriculture industry and
the opportunities it will present, not only
for business, but for a lifestyle that can be
a foundation for strong family values and
education of our youth. z
David Kohl received his M.S. and Ph.D.
degrees in Agricultural Economics from
Cornell University. For 25 years, Kohl
was Professor of Agricultural Finance and
Small Business Management and Entrepreneurship in the Department of Agricultural
and Applied Economics at Virginia Tech,
Blacksburg, Va. He was on special leave
with the Royal Bank of Canada working on
advanced initiatives for two years, and also
assisted in the launch of the successful entrepreneurship program at Cornell University.
Kohl is Professor Emeritus in the AAEC
Department at Virginia Tech.
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Property for Sale
Properties for sale are listed as a service to our readers. Information is furnished by real estate agents and individuals and
AgGeorgia Farm Credit is not responsible for the accuracy of the listing contents. If you have property for sale in Georgia that
you wish to list in the Leader magazine please contact Mary Kiley for details at mkiley@aggeorgia.com or 770/536-3660 ext 374.
Appling County
Timber with Rail Line. This 256 Acre tract is a great
timber investment tract located near Highway 341,
North of Odum, GA. The tract has a good stand of
pine and is located along the railroad with nearly
5,000 feet of frontage on the rail. This is perfect for
the “bio energy” entrepreneur. Contact Carter Group
Real Estate at (912) 530-9515, www.cartergroupland.
com, or kyle@cartergroupland.com
Banks County
Banks County: Country Brick home on 9.89 acres.
Full basement. Porches & large deck. 2 car carport.
Additional covered parking at basement for boat &
camper. 5 Stall Tractor/Equipment shed. 5 wells &
county water. 40x28 Barn. Two - 36x400 Buildings
for shop, storage, Barns or livestock. Chainlink dog
pen. Paved road frontage. Near Gillsville, Lula &
Homer area. Price reduced! $145,000 Don’t miss this
deal - make your offer soon! Call or email Tammy at
Purcell Realty for appointment pr1realty@aol.com,
(706)677-3001 ph (770)533-1387 cell
Ben Hill County
dream with areas perfect for quail hunting, deer,
turkey...you name it! 20-30 year old planted pines
perfect for future income, gorgeous oaks, good interior
roads. Gorgeous home with top of the line everything,
huge rooms, fireplace in den, open floor plan, huge
master suite, office and craft room, huge 50 X 30
Barn and 20 X 20 heated and cooled shop. Can be
subdivided and purchased with or without the home.
Call Brenda DeLoach with Southern Traditions Realty
229.507.0622.
This beautiful 2,900 sq.ft.2 story home sits on
5 acres in Ben Hill County. This property is privacy
in a country setting nestled in among pine trees. Large
master suite down stairs with jetted tub, large closets,
custom cabinets in Kitchen, carpet and tile
floors,french doors. So many amenities you just have
to see to appreciate. MLS # 120169 $ 159,900 For
more information call Judy Rood, Associate Broker/
Realtor today 229-425-1443
300 acres in Berrien County. Gorgeous riverfront
property, great fishing and abundant in wildlife! Good
interior roads. Future value in planted pines! Owner
financing available! Call Brenda DeLoach at Southern
Traditions Realty 229.507.0622.
GREAT INVESTMENT !!!!! This 2 bedroom 1 bath
home/ apartment building has 1,178 sq.ft. in Ben Hill
County. Owner is in process of remodeling. Make an
appointment today with Judy Roood, Associate Broker
229-425-1443 to add your touches to the finished
work. MLS# 121125 $ 36,000.00
Berrien County
Absolutely gorgeous 345 acre tract fronting the
Satilla River and Wiggins Creek! This is a hunter’s
AgGeorgia.20.Autumn 2012
52 acres in Berrien County. Gorgeous riverfront
property. Abundant with deer and turkey. Boat dock
for fishing, beautiful campsite! Call Brenda DeLoach
at Southern Traditions Realty 229.507.0622.
382 acres in Enigma, Ga. Absolutely beautiful
farm with rolling hills and 5 ponds! Approx 175
acres in cultivation with remainder in ponds and
natural woods with some merchantable pines. 2800
sq ft home and cabin included with sale of property.
Call Brenda DeLoach at Southern Traditions Realty
229.507.0622.
33.82 acres close to Tifton. Looking for a small
192 acres in Enigma. Absolutely gorgeous farm with
Gorgeous small farm with 38.5 acres in cultivation! 22.9 acre cotton allotment. Mature timber
72 acres in Sumner, Ga. Beautiful secluded tract
farm or a great building site, this is the tract. Great
location, some cultivation and woods. Call Melissa at
Southern Traditions Realty 229.445.1270
300 acre River Tract in Alapaha, Ga. Check out this
rolling hills and 2 ponds! Approx 50% in cultivation
with remainder in ponds and natural woods with
some merchantable pines. Call Melissa at Southern
Traditions Realty 229.445.1270
new listing! This tract has highway frontage, lots of
river, and is great for hunting & fishing! Call Brenda
DeLoach at Southern Traditions Realty 229.507.0622
Nice brick ranch style home with a 20x40
in-ground pool, bath house, and a 28 x 96
equipment shed. 69 acres with planted pines
ready to cut. Property also has future developmental
possibilities with close proximity to Moody! Call
Brenda at Southern Traditions Realty 229.507.0622
in the heart big buck and big farming area of Worth
County. Approximately 20 acres of existing cultivation with the remainder mostly in merchantable and
pre-merchantable planted pines. Call John Hogan at
Southern Traditions Realty 229.507.0395
overlooking gorgeous rolling countryside! Less than
20 minutes from Tifton and 5 minutes from Ashburn!
Call Brenda DeLoach at Southern Traditions Realty
229.507.0622
125 acres in Ocilla. Absolutely gorgeous home
300 acres in Alapaha. Absolutely gorgeous farm
with everything to offer! Planted pines varying in ages
from 10-30 years old, beautiful home site, breathtaking pond, and river frontage! This property is a
recreational treasure with its pine forests and natural
woodlands providing a natural habitat for deer, turkey
and quail. Historic barn would make a great cabin!
Owner will subdivide. Call Melissa Taylor at Southern
Traditions Realty 229.445.1270.
place or recreational tract! Beautiful 32 acres of
established coastal bermuda pasture for horses,
cows or extra income. Approximately 94 acres of
pines and hardwoods bordering a small creek and
surrounded by large tracts makes this a perfect recreational tract! Abundance of deer, turkey and other
wildlife! Includes 3br, 2ba mobile home and a large
equipment shed. Call Melissa at Southern Traditions
Realty 229.445.1270.
28.64 acres of high and dry land within 1.5 miles
of Nashville City limits. This tract is a portion of the
listed tax map & parcel and further described as lots
7 through 17 per previously surveyed development
as recorded in P.C. 2 Page F-48C and offered as one
tract in this listing. Land is +-85% in existing cultivation, great building site(s), mini-farm, or future
development. Call John Hogan at Southern Traditions
Realty 229.507.0395
Brantley County
12.45 acres in Berrien County. Looking for a tract
to build on or put a mobile home on, well this is it.
This tract consist of 12.45 acres some cleared land
and some wooded. Call Melissa at Southern Traditions
Realty 229.445.1270
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Twin River Frontage. This double river tract has
miles of River Frontage on both the Satilla River and
the Little Satilla River with gorgeous white-sand beach
areas. Showcasing 1607 acres, this tract includes both
large and small pines as well as a large amount of
hardwoods. There are numerous beautiful locations
on the rivers. This peice is perfect for hunting with
great investment potential. Contact Carter Group
Real Estate at (912) 530-9515, www.cartergroupland.
com, or kyle@cartergroupland.com.
selected trees left uniformly scattered to offer a great
start on developing quail habitat. Wild bobwhite quail
on property. Approx. 9 acre open field on southern
end. $1100/acre. Contact Stan Hillis, 478-569-4265
or 706-551-2292
Max Boswell 706-871-9141with Mary Yelton Realty,
Southerlandbrokers.com
This tract has over 1,000 feet of frontage on
Kilpatrick rd. It has large pines with open hardwoods
Tract has approx 350 acres in cultivated fields.
290 Acres of Natural Beauty: River Front and
Cypress Ponds. The Roberson Hammock Tract,
located in Brantley County, is a beautiful tract with
Satila River Frontage. It also includes two cypress
duck ponds. Access will never be a problem as this
tract offers highway frontage as well as county road
frontage. This is a great investment or recreational
tract. Contact Carter Group Real Estate at (912)
530-9515, www.cartergroupland.com, or kyle@
cartergroupland.com
Burke County
There is approx. 85 acres of 1994 planted pines, 18
acres of 1996 pines, 11 acres of 1998 pines, 52 acres
of 2001 pines and 50 acres of 2004 pines for a total of
approx. 216 acres in pine plantation. The remainder is
approx. 459 acres of big mature hardwood/pine mix
and a few wet weather sloughs. The east boundary
is Beedy Branch and Buckhead Creek runs along
the bottom portion of the property. There is a older
house on the property at the intersection of Cates rd.
and Beedy Branch rd. PLEASE DO NOT ENTER
WITHOUT PERMISSION . Contact Agent Max
Boswell 706-871-9141 with Mary Yelton Realty)
Southerlandbrokers.com
throughout. There are small open area as well as a
powerline crossing.The land is flat to low rolling
offering numerous excellent places for a homesite. It
would be a great place for horses,recreation, hunting
and a home place. There is power available at the road
and it is located approx. 3.5 miles from Waynesboro.
Contact Agent Max Boswell 706-871-9141 with Mary
Yelton Realty, Southernlandbrokers.com
This tract has 231 feet of frontage on William
Circle rd. It consists of approx 15 acres of open
OLD SOUTHERN HOME with lots of style and
character in Eastern Burke County. Large rooms,
hardwood floors in some rooms. Office/den and
upstairs bedroom has solid pine boards on wall. Nice
brick shop/garage in back yard as well as indoor
garage. Lovely setting underneath large, old trees.
Additional land may be available from seller.
$120,000. Mary Yelton Realty, 706-554-0340 or
www.maryyeltonrealty.com
This tract is connected to William Circle rd. by
a large 80’ easement. It has approx 19 acres in open
cultivated land that is currenlty planted in soy beans.
Tha remainder is a hardwood cut over with a large
cypress head in the middle of the tract. This would
be a great hunting tract or a quite place to get away.
Contact Agent Max Boswell 706-871-9141 with Mary
Yelton Realty, Southerlandbrokers.com
cultivated field currently planted in soy beans and the
remainder is cut over hardwood with a small portion
of a cypress head in the rear of the property. This
would make a great recreatinal tract or a homeplace.
Contact Agent Max Boswell 706-871-9141 with Mary
Yelton Realty, Southernlandbrokers.com
This land contains a working quail growing
operation as well as a 2000 model Pioneer mobile
home located on the property. There is approx. 11
This tract has it all for country living. There is a
200+ acres near Girard in Burke County. Excellent
hunting land. Joins Wade Plantation, which has some
of the finest deer, quail and turkey hunting anywhere.
Frontage on Stoney Bluff Rd., Bisected by Sweetwater
Creek, offering duck hunting in it’s numerous beaver
ponds. Old hardwoods bordering creek on both sides.
Excellent pond sites on Sweetwater Creek. Pine plantations and some hardwoods have been harvested but
approx. 1 acre pond with a smaller pond in the rear
of the tract. It offers several good options for building
sites for a home with open pastures with planted pines.
There is also lots of large hardwoods on the property
and the east boundary is a small creek branch. This
tract would be ideal for horses or anykind of recreation
with lots of buildable room for out buildings or shops.
There is also a well on this tract that services this tract
as well as 4 houses on adjoining land. Contact Agent
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acres with the farm with room for expansion. The
operation raises approx. 50,000+ Quail and Pheasant
currently. All feeding and watering is mechanized.
Please call office for extra details on the tract. Contact
Agemt Max Boswell 706-871-9141 with Mary Yelton
Realty, Southernlandbrokers.com
Elbert County
This tract has big pines and hardwood mix with
plenty of open area. There is good road frontage
with power available. This land would be a great
homesite with lots of oppurtunity for hunting,
horses, or country recreating. Contact Agent Max
Boswell 706-871-9141 with Mary Yelton Realty,
Southernlandbrokers.com
Beautiful lot in Exclusive Neighborhood in
Moultrie, Ga. 5.74 acres on Lake. Lot 4 of
Southlake Subdivision South of Moultrie on Ga.
Hwy 319 South. $165,000 MLS #901503 Contact
Browning Brass Key Realty, (800) 958-2317
Colquitt County
84 Acre Hunting Tract with 20 year old timber and
9 acre lake, swimming pool. Lovely home with 5
Beautiful Farmhouse in Exclusive Subdivision on
1 Acre. Approx 2900 sf 4 BR/2 1/2 BA with wrap-
around front porch and beautiful pergola over back
deck. This leads to a professionally designed heated
pool in a lagoon-like setting. Master BR on main
floor with Large Ceramic master bath and walk-in
closet. Dining Room has large picture window with
views of the beautiful back yard and pool. Kitchen
features island with butcher-block counter top, Lots
of cabinet space with dark granite countertops and a
large breakfast area. Bonus room accessed from inside
with beautifully stained wood steps. Large Laundry
Room. From Front Door entry beautifully stained
stairway leads to 3 BR with Large bath upstairs.
Water softener system. MLS #90233 $385,000
Contact Browning Brass Key Realty, (800) 958-2317
Contact Browning Brass Key Realty, (800) 958-2317
with 5 BR/3 BA Screened Porch-Back Patio-Pond
Dock with 3-4 acre pond well stocked with bass,
bream, catfish, special perch! Back of pond there is
deer/turkey hunting. Minutes from Town!! Contact
Browning Brass Key Realty, (800) 958-2317
great family or hunter’s retreat! 62.48 Acres with 3
BRm., 2 Bath home in excellent condition. A
beautiful 2 acre spring
fed pond stocked with
bass, bream, and catfish is picturesquely located in
front of the attractive home which also has a living
room with fireplace, central heat/air, a nice size kitchen
with eating area and a spacious deck off the back.
Utility shed is located close to the house for storage
and equipment. Mixed hardwood and pine offer
great deer and turkey hunting, Located 10 miles
from Elberton and only 1.5 miles from Broad River.
Also convenient to Lake Thurmond and Lake Russell.
Price Reduced to $289,000. Contact Eddie Drinkard.
706-318-3636, email: eddie.drinkard@gmail.com,
or visit website: www:DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
BR/5 BA, living room, dining room, family room,
fully equipped kitchen, sun-room, two fireplaces,
3-stall horse barn w/tack room, equipment barn, stg
building. A great location for hunting deer, quail,
wild turkey. Located on a paved road. MLS #901863
1,200,000 Colquitt County. Contact Browning Brass
Key Realty, (800) 958-2317
Echols County
The Pond at Flatwoods, 126 Acres. This tract offers
Absolutely gorgeous farm with a 3000+ sq ft
lodge, 9 bedrooms, 3 baths overlooking a breathtaking lake! Beautiful winding roads take you to
“Country Living.” 2,142 sf home on 11.58 acres
River Road Hide-A-Way: PRICE REDUCED! A
hunting, fishing, timber investment, and recreational
opportunities! Located on Hester Road in Elbert
County, the property has a private gated entrance. A
3 acre stocked pond is surrounded by a wildlife food
plot attracting deer and turkey. A 12 acre food plot
also lures the plentiful deer and turkey in the area.
Good interior roads provide easy truck and ATV
access through the property. Priced to sell at $2950/
AC. Contact Eddie Drinkard, 706-318-3636, email:
eddie.drinkard@gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
unbelievable views of the Alapaha River! With over
15 years of QDM, this property is abundant with all
types of wildlife with food plots and tree stands ready
for deer season. Current owners are in the process of
developing several areas for their cattle operation.
Several pasture areas have been finished as well as the
installation of cattle pens and an equipment shelter.
Surrounded by majestic oak trees, the lodge is located
in the area of the original home place from the early
1800’s. It’s a buy of a lifetime! 91979.0jpg
Long Cove at Lake Russell, Total acreage 186.29
acs.; 1 Tract of 91.94 acres priced @ $295,000 and
2nd Tract of 94.35 acres @ $395,000. Over 4,700
feet of Corps of Engineers frontage. Some property
lines are within 250 to 320 feet of the shoreline. The
private gated entrance fronts on Dry Fork Landing
Road, and is located 13 miles from Elberton. Property
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is 1 mile from a public boat ramp and within sight
of Lake Russell Park and Arrow Head Point Golf
Course. Beautiful hardwoods with winding stream
through bottom provide an ideal habitat for deer,
turkey and small game. Several established wildlife
food plots. Merchantable pine timber provides for
present and future income. Graveled interior roads
provide easy access to property and good ATV riding.
Contact Eddie Drinkard, 706-318-3636, email: eddie.
drinkard@gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
1077 acres of land that features Ogeecheee
River frontage, 400 + acres of 25 year old pines,
678 acres of hardwood. Great recreational timber
investment. Highway 56 frontage. Owner will offer
owner financing. Tract has been prequalified for a
conservation easement. $2100 per acre. Bickley &
Assoc. 478-214-0559 johnbickley@comsouth.net
A DREAM COME TRUE! Situated on 9.19 acres with
year round mountain views, this 3BR/2BA ranch
home offers T&G walls, rocking chair porch, 2 stall
barn w/tack room, outside FP/grilling area, pasture
and out buildings, wired for full house generator.
Close to Lake Burton. $269,900 (97656) Ruth Camp
706-499-4702 ruth@ruthcamp.com
Glascock County
Northern Cove on Lake Thurmond, 192 Acres;
DRASTICALLY REDUCED! Dockable waterfront
property. Awesome tract with waterfront home sites.
Boating, fishing, super recreational tract. Tract may
be divided. Slashed to $5,950/AC. Contact Eddie
Drinkard, 706-318-3636, email: eddie.drinkard@
gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
60 acre with 3 story stately brick home with pool,
large barn, pond, workshop and sheds. 4Bedroom,
4bath, 2 kitchens, 3 car garage, finished walk-out
basement, and all fenced. 30 Minutes from I-20.
Virtual Tour: www.myvisuallistings.com/vt68961
$499,000 Linda Davis, 706-361-3794 Century 21
Larry Miller Realty
Habersham County
BEAUTIFUL LAKE HOUSE!! Large, bright & airy,
recently remodeled, 5BR/3.5BA home has 3 decks
& gazebo. Features hdwd flrs, FP, huge MBR w/space
for office, den, lg eat-in kit & separate din. rm. Open
porch w/enclosed porch also gentle sloping yard to
lake. Very nice and special!! (98194) $249,000 Fred
706-499-4722 karefre1@windstream.net
Tatum Tract, 67.25 Acres: Heavily wooded with
2 acre food plot. Paved and graveled road frontage.
Only $1193/AC. ($134,000). Contact Eddie
Drinkard, 706-318-3636, email, eddie.drinkard@
gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
Emanuel County
AWESOME LOG HOME! On 9.34 acres surrounded
by national forest and just a short hike to Panther
Creek Falls. 3BR, 2.5BA spacious open floor plan,
with unfinished basement, wired, plumbed and ready
to finish. Fireplace, wood floors and all the bells and
whistles. Complete privacy yet close to 4-lane and
shopping. $389,900 (96106) Ruth 706-499-4702
ruth@ruthcamp.com
PERFECT GENTLEMANS’ FARM!! This 3BR/3BA
home features a game room, large den, great room,
dining area, kitchen w/breakfast bar, 2 double sided
fireplaces, exercise room, 6 stall barn with wash and
tack room. Even hot water in barn. All on 9.58
acres 2/mountain views $399,900 (94477) Ruth
706-499-4702 ruth@ruthcamp.com
566 acres located on Hwy. 56 and Little Ohoopee
River. 158 acres of 23 yr. old pines, 115 acres 4 yr.
old pines, 293 acres hardwood, good roads with food
plots. Great Deer and Turkey hunting.Owner
financing. Tract has been pre-qualified for a conservation easement. $1400 per acre. Bickley & Assoc.
478-214-0559-johnbickley@comsouth.net
MUST SEE PROPERTY! This rolling pasture w/year
around mountain views is spectacular. Includes
24+ acres, a branch running thru it and pond site.
Located near the hospital but very private. Also
has nice 2BR/1BA home in good shape. This very
special property is a sleeper! $225,000 (92036) Marty
770-597-4219 martinsimmons@yahoo.com
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SOUTHERN LIVING! 4 SIDED BRICK “Crabapple
Cottage” Plan. Scenic Mtn Views, 10 acre estate w/
RV parking & barn. 5BR/4BA/2half BA, great room,
2 FP, hrdwd floors, formal DR, granite counters.
Much more! $829,000 (98799) Ruth 706-499-4702
ruth@ruthcamp.com
179.86 Acres w/ Lots of Amenities. Located 11
STEP BACK IN TIME! Rustic and Authentic log home
on 9.6 acres 3BR/2BA, comfortable front porch,
screen deck overlooks large fishing pond, fruit trees,
garden spot and 2 hiking trails leading to the National
Forest. $189,000 (98889) Ruth 706-499-4702
ruth@ruthcamp.com
miles south of Sparta. Road frontage on 2 dirt roads
and one paved road. 12X25 cabin, 30X48 pole shed,
12X20 metal storage building, and 20X20 metal
garage. Lots of mature hardwoods and scattered
big pines. Small creek runs through property. Great
deer and turkey hunting tract. Hancock County is
a Quality Deer Management county. 4 open fields
on the property. 8 acres, 3.3 acres, 1.5 acres, and 0.5
acre. $1,700/acre. Contact Town & Country Real
Estate @ 478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
Pitts Road... Several 5.5 acres available for $49,995
with possible owner financing as well as a 95 acre tract
& 110 acre tract for $4000/acre. Mostly wooded
with planted pines, great interior roads, County water
available, and plenty of paved road frontage. 373
total acres which is divided but can be sold as whole.
Call Real Estate Insider for details @ 478 988-1128.
Oaky Woods (Houston County) ... Over 11,000
Farmstead with 7+acres. Approx. 6 acres fenced
pasture. Outbuildings. 3800+sq. ft. 5br/3.5ba home
in excellent condition. Prime Clarkesville location.
$332,000. Keller Williams Realty 706-839-7355. call
Patricia Bower 770-530-6300
Hancock County
1156 Frazier Road, Sparta, Georgia. 1510 sq. ft.
home located on 1 acre with 2 bedrooms, 2 baths,
living, kitchen, and finished basement. Basement
includes rec room, kitchenette, laundry area,
workshop, and storm shelter. Central heat/air. Fenced
yard, Outbuildings, rear covered patio, ¾ deck around
house. $72,500. Contact Town & Country Real Estate
@ 478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
acres. This tract is fully timbered with pine in various
stages as well as hardwood drains. Has miles of
interior roads, Flat to gently rolling topography, and
Located Off of GA Hwy 247 south of Warner Robins
near Kathleen. Hunting Leases also available. Call
Southern Timber Consultants for more information
@ 478-988-1128
Houston County
Elko Tract... 39 acres total with home in need of TLC.
186.7 Acres. Located 11 miles SW of Sparta w/
paved road frontage on two sides. 60X100 metal
building w/ 2 roll up doors on concrete slab. 25X60
1 bedroom, 1 bath apartment that has rough plumbing
and electrical installed and new well. A small cabin
that sleeps four. Entire tract was clear cut in 2007
except for the stream side management zones and all
of the white oak trees. Several spring fed creeks. Good
pond sites. Transmission line runs through property
and half of it is in irrigation for food plots. $2,116/
acre. Contact Town & Country Real Estate @
478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
Pineridge Tract (Houston County) ... 80 acres Nice
tract with a mixture of pine and hardwood. Would
make a great homesite or hunting retreat. $220,000
Call Real Estate Insider @ 478 988-1128 today!
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Peace & quiet in the South Houston County Country
with pecan trees, dog kennel, storage buildings, and
barn. Wooded with planted pines with acreage mostly
open for pastureland. Older Home features pine
flooring & walls throughout with nice back deck
overlooking backyard. Acreage can also be divided
into different parcels such as 2-acre, 5 acre, and/or
10-acre tracts. Call today for more information on this
home and others at 478 988-1128 Real Estate Insider.
Harper’s Ridge... over 65 wooded acres in the back
of a subdivision off Tucker Road in Warner Robins
- convenient to Shopping, Schools, Restaurants,
I-75 and Robins Air Force Base. Can be divided
or developed. Call Real Estate Insider for details @
478 988-1128
This property is in Irwin County and has so
many amenities that it is hard to list them all.
A hunters dream come true on this 426 +/- acres of
georgous land . Some hunting stands on property,
large pond for fishing, just relaxing or cruising in
a boat on a lazy summer afternoon. Property also
has a 6BR/7BA hunting lodge w/large screened in
porch across front. Two more porches on back and
a deck for grilling on the side. A REAL MUST SEE
TO APPRECIATE. MLS #120836 $1,400,000.00
also see MLS # 120837. Call Judy Rood, Associate
Broker/Realtor 229-425-1443
Burnham Branch... 20 acres & up available for
hunting, investment, or homesite with plenty of road
frontage. Creek frontage on Burnam Branch forms
he North Boundary in Southern Houston County
off Hwy 26. $2500/acre Call Real Estate Insider @
478 988-1128
Irwin County
Vacant lots to choose from in Harris Dill
Estates SD in Irwin County have paved
streets,curbing,gutter and city water. Nice
area to build your new home. MLS # 118391
$20,000.00 Call Judy Rood, Associate Broker/Realtor
229-425-1443
Don’t pass this up!! 40 acres in Irwin County ,
property could be used so many ways your choice...
could be used as pasture or homesite as well as
farming. Call Judy Rood, Associate Broker today
229-425-1443 MLS# 121098 $154,000.00
Mobile Home lots in the city limits of Ocilla, Irwin
County. Property has city water, sewer and paved road
frontage. MLS # 118404 $ 7,500.00 several lots
to choose from. Call Judy Rood, Associate Broker/
Realtor 229-425-1443
You will find this lot captivating with a touch of
being in the country. Located in Irwin County this
105 +/- acres in Irwin County houses a 3/2
doublewide and sits on the east corner of a pond
with a screen porch and a dock just outside the
door. 30 acres of the property are cultivated, estimated
6 acre pond, underground electric on property. Great
hunting location. This is a real MUST SEE to see its
full beauty. MLS # 120362 $342,472.00 Call Judy
Rood, Associate Broker/Realtor 229-425-1443
ADD REDUCED BANNER $320,000.00
Great 3/2 home in Irwin County sits on 5 acres,
has a lean two barn, shop/machinery bldg &
utility shed. Fire place in every room,original part
lot is in Brushy Creek SD just a few blocks from the
schools. It is approx. 3 miles from downtown Ocilla.
MLS # 119105 $10,000.00. There are several lots
to choose from. Call Judy Rood ,Associate Broker/
Realtor 229-425-1443
of house has bead board walls and ceilings,huge wrap
around porch w/swing. MLS #120119 $99,000.00.
Call Judy Rood, Associate Broker/Realtor 229-4251443 ADD REDUCED BANNER $ 89,000.00
350 +/- acre farm In Irwin County has 2 houses,2
barns, 7 ponds. A real must see!!! The main house
is a 3/2 central heat/air with 2,716 sq.ft. The second
house is a 3/1 block with metal roof, screened in back
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porch, central heat/air, 1,110 sq.ft. with slab in back
with RV hook ups. Owner is a Licensed Broker in
Florida and Georgia. Call Judy Rood, Associate Borker
today 229-425-1443 MLS# 121179 $1,277,500.00
merchantable timber. It also includes a 40 x 60 metal
building, a well, and electricity. This would be a good
timber investment, gentleman farm, or it could easily
be converted into farmland. Make an offer! $500,000
Contact Carter Group Real Estate at (912) 530-9515,
www.cartergroupland.com, or charlie@cartergrouprealestate.com.
$115,000. Contact Eddie Drinkard, 706-318-3636,
email: eddie.drinkard@gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
Jefferson County
Chennault Tract, 50 Acres: “Lost Confederate
Gold’ Area, Lake Thurmond fishing and boating,
great hunting! Good interior roads provide easy
River Tract with plenty of highway frontage, this
197.85 acres has plenty of Timber, hardwood,
and you can drive right up to the River. Seller will
entertain several options on buying with or without
timber, and may even split into 2 tracts. (92117)
Jasper County
Zebina Plantation, 782 Acres, Sold As Whole:
Merchantable pine provides future income.
$20K/yr. timber lease income. Cropland and
timberland. Upland and creek bottom hardwood
growth and several bold creeks provide excellent deer,
turkey and small game habitat. Potential lake sites.
Three board fence entrances from the Zebuba Road.
Priced Reduced to $1,695/AC. Contact Eddie
Drinkard, 706-318-3636, email: eddie.drinkard@
gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEsatateSales.com
access into this excellent hunting tract. Beautiful
hardwood hillside, lots of oaks, and over 900 feet
of creek frontage provide perfect deer, turkey, and
small wildlife habitat. Several established food plots
with 3 tower stands already in place. Paved frontage
on Graball Road, 1/2 mile from Hwy. 79 and Hwy.
44. $2,350/AC. Contact Eddie Drinkard, 706-3183636, email: eddie.drinkard@gmail.com, website:
DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
Peach County
Jones County
3480 Jackson Lake Road (Jasper County) ... Over
4000sf Home w/pasture (horses negotiable), pool
(brick columns w/wrought-ironed fence & huge
gazebo w/electrical outlets/hook-ups) & man-made
fishing pond. Kitchen includes eat-in area, island w/
sink & bar, gas stove w/vent-a-hood, and plenty of
oak cabinets overlooking keeping room w/built-in
entertainment center & wood-burning fireplace.
4BR/4.5 BA, 2BRs upstairs each with own bath
separated by their own den area, Sunroom, Office,
Teenager Suite above garage, Geo-thermal heating &
cooling system, 2500sf unfinished walk-out basement
w/bay door, Wrap-around porch w/swing, enormous
back deck overlooking pool & pond, Flag pole & fire
hydrant beside home, Custom-built Treehouse w/real
windows, swing set/see-saw/slide/etc ... all on 14 acres
of ATV trails w/additional acreage available! Too
much to list, Call Real Estate Insider today @
478-988-1128 for more details!
Worthington Woods... HomeSites Available! 2 to
Dusty Road (Jones County) ... 123+/- acres located
in the Dusty Lane & Clifton Ridge area between
Macon & Gray off Hwy 129. May be divided $500k.
Call Real Estate Insider @478 988-1128
LINCOLN COUNTY
4 acre tracts with mature planted pines. 1800sf
minimum, all-brick/rock/stucco/hardi-board home
& side-entry garage. Protective covenants, lighted
streets, & underground utilities. DSL cable lines
available through ComSouth. Located off Clopine
Lake Road in small, quiet subdivision out in country,
but close enough to I-75, shopping, school, RAFB,
& Hospital. Call Real Estate Insider @ 478 988-1128
for your personal tour, updated plat, and copy of
covenants.
Jeff Davis County
Lake Thurmond Retreat, 21.34 Acres: Corps
property frontage on Lake Thurmond with a short
distance from the shoreline. Corps permit for golf
86 Acres of Timber Nice Timber Tract!! 86 acres
just outside of Hazlehurst, GA. This tract has a good
stand of planted pines with a large amount of
cart path to shoreline. Home site in view of the lake
with protective covenants in place. Private gated
entrance from Libson Road which is a Lincoln County
graveled road. Excellent interior driveway leading to
the Corps property. PRICED REDUCED TO
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River Road... Over 10 acres of mostly open land
located off Hwy 49 right out of Fort Valley on
River Road. $30,000 Call Real Estate Insider @
478-988-1128
Seminole County
195.72 +-/Total Acres...Great timber investment
or recreation tract. Including Approx. 145 acres of
18-22 year planted pines, five ponds surrounded by
live oak trees, good road system,gated and a 10 acre
cypress swamp. Good deer and duck hunting. Good
road frontage. Great location near Bainbridge and
Lake Seminole. Main Area Seminole County. MLS#
904298 $557,800 ($2850.00 per Acre) Call Mills
Herndon at First Thomasville Realty at 229-226-6515
or 229-224-4115 . GA R.E. Lic #85910
9.77 Acres – Great Hunting Retreat Located in
Washington County. Land includes a Cookhouse,
Cabin, Mobile Home, 1 Well, 2 Septic Tanks, and a
Skinning Pole. Cookhouse was built in 2004 with a
kitchen, Living/Dining Area, ½ Bath, and Covered
Front and Back Porch. Cabin is a 1 bedroom, 2
bath with kitchen and living room. Mobile home
is a 2 bedroom, 1 bath, kitchen/dining, living, and
front screened porch. $177,000. Contact Town &
Country Real Estate @ 478-552-5681 or www.
tandcrealestate.com
90.778 Acres off Duck Roost Road. Located
10 miles NE of Sandersville. Good interior road
system. Pine and hardwood mixed. Great tract for
hunting deer, turkey, and wild hogs. 2 small food
plots. $1,200/acre. Contact Town & Country Real
Estate @ 478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
Taliaferro County
2 Homes, Metal Barn, and Orchard on 113.77
Acres – A HUNTER’S PARADISE! 2 homes built in
Home, Pool, Pond with Dock, and 14 Acres. 2,200
340 Acre Tract: Absolutely gorgeous farm with
everything to offer! Beautiful home site or perfect
for farming, hunting, recreation, or long term
investment. 7 miles from I-20. Double paved road
frontage with the north fork of the Little River as the
back boundary. Fenced. 150 acres cleared for pasture.
Abundance of wild life including deer, turkey, dove,
and wild hogs. PRICE REDUCED! $2,750/acre.
Contact Tom Aiken at 706-338-6267 or email
jenaik@windstream.net
sq. ft. home located at 1638 Walker Dairy Road,
Warthen, Georgia. Gated entrance home with 3
bedrooms, 2 baths, utility, kitchen, living, dining, and
sunroom. In-ground pool with cook decking. Storage
building/pool house. Large shop building. Fencing.
Dog Kennel. Beautifully landscaped. A MUST SEE!
$200,000. Contact Town & Country Real Estate @
478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
2011. 2100 sq. ft. metal barn with 2 roll-up doors.
2 acre orchard with deer fencing. Orchard includes
peach trees, blueberry and blackberry bushes, pear
trees, pomegranate tree, fig tree, and muscadines.
Acreage consists of 26 acres of planted pines 25-28
years old, large stand of hardwoods, creek on border,
good roads throughout, food plots, 2, 190 ft. of paved
frontage. REDUCED to $549,500. Contact Town
& Country Real Estate @ 478-552-5681 or www.
tandcrealestate.com
Washington County
146.25 Acres on State Route 231. Located 10 miles
Farm on Highway 68 South. 76.08 acres of beautiful
Great Homesite Lot. 2.43 acres located off Tennille
Harrison Road in The Groves Subdivision. Well and
Septic Tank Required. Protective Covenants. Contact
Town & Country Real Estate @ 478-552-5681 or
www.tandcrealestate.com
cropland. Fenced and cross-fenced. 3 mobile homes
with 4 wells and 1 septic tank. 32X32 Horse Barn w/
hag storage area. Dirt floor storage barn. 40X80 hay
and equipment barn. 40X40 Metal Building Radiator
Shop with 4 pull up doors, 2 lifts, electric welder, vat,
and MUCH MORE. 12X28 Metal Workshop with
electricity. $285,000. Contact Town & Country Real
Estate @ 478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
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SE of Sandersville. 574 ft. of paved road frontage.
Small creek on back line of property. Good interior
road system. All marketable timber has been sold
and cut. $995/acre. Contact Town & Country Real
Estate @ 478-552-5681 or www.tandcrealestate.com
Wayne County
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130 Acres, Great Hunting Land Hunters! Take a
look. 130 acres located on Mt. Pleasant Road in
Wayne County. This tract includes planted pines and
some hardwood. A portion of the timber was previously harvested, but the tract still has plenty
remaining. It is a great hunting tract in a rural,
peaceful area. Priced to sell. $110,000 Contact Carter
Group Real Estate at (912) 530-9515, www.cartergroupland.com, or charlie@cartergrouprealestate.
com.
Wayne County 104 Acre Home Place Quaint little
country home-place located in Wayne County off
of Highway 301 nestled in 104 Acres. This tract has
a good stand of natural pine with some merchantable
timber. It includes 3 rail white vinyl fencing, approx.
1000 sq ft home, several outdoor storage buildings,
and carport. Privacy is no issue as it lies in a very
rural area, but only 10 miles from town. This would
be an excellent property for hunting or recreation, or
with a little TLC, it would be a nice quiet place to
call home. $170,000 Contact Carter Group Real
Estate at (912) 530-9515, www.cartergroupland.com,
or charlie@cartergrouprealestate.com.
White County
23 Acres, Cultivation Good quality tract with
23.294 acres, offering cultivation and some
woodland. This tract is located on Empire Road in
Wayne County, GA with good highway frontage. It
has been farmed for years and would be perfect for
continued agriculture use or great for a homesite as
it already has a well. It is in a rural area, but not far
from town. Good land in a good location. $90,000
Contact Carter Group Real Estate at (912) 530-9515,
www.cartergroupland.com, or kyle@cartergroupland.
com.
385 Acres on the Atlamaha River. Located on the
Altamaha River, at the north end of Wayne County,
lies 385 Acres of prime hunting and/or recreational
land with river frontage. This tract has been cut, but
some hardwood still remains. 3800 feet of white sand
and river water makes this a nice tract. This would
be a perfect spot for a private getaway or hunting
club. PRICE REDUCED! MAKE AN OFFER!!
Carter Group Real Estate at (912) 530-9515, www.
cartergroupland.com, or kyle@cartergroupland.com.
RARE FIND! 10 acre tract in Sautee Valley, features
2 houses, one with 3BR/2BA the other home has
2BR/1BA. Ideal for horses, terrific grass to support
5-6 horses. 3 creeks, corner lot on Hwy 255. A perfect
spot for a weekend getaway or full time residence,
public water available at street. Owner is GA agent.
$349,900 Rose Mariee 678-776-7437 rosemarie.
allison@gmail.com
ENJOY THE GOOD LIFE! Year round mountain
and lake views, gentle access to the small lake, green
house and workshop, this manicured estate includes
4 bedrooms, 3 baths, great rooms with vaulted ceiling,
rock fireplace, custom gourmet kitchen with granite
counters, stainless steel appliances, partially finished
basement and every imaginable amenity. Not many
better than this! $299,500 (97567) Ruth 706-4994702 ruth@ruthcamp.com
STAGGERING MOUNTAIN VIEWS! Beautiful log and
141 Acres with Planted Pine and Creek Front.
Pecan Orchard and Highway Frontage. Nice,
Clean, Attractive 4.4 Acres with 29 pecan trees.
These Stewart Pecan trees are over 20 years old and
produce an abundance of pecans each year with little
maintenance. This would be a perfect place with
plenty of room to build your dream home tucked
away in a small pecan orchard. It is in a great location,
just off of Hwy 84 in Screven with over 750 feet
of highway frontage. Great homesite or income
producing investment! $29,900 Carter Group Real
Estate, (912) 530-9515, www.cartergroupland.com,
or kristen@cartergroupland.com
Great Hunting Investment! This tract consists of
141 acres located in the rural town of Screven, GA.
It offers 26+/- acres of planted pine, an all natural
hardwood area, and good creek frontage. This is a nice
quite area and could be a super hunting hideaway or
a nice homesite. $139,000 Contact Carter Group
Real Estate at (912) 530-9515, www.cartergroupland.
com, or kyle@cartergroupland.com.
AgGeorgia.29.Autumn 2012
hardi-plank home on 79 acres features 5BR/4.5BA
with staggering mtn views, office, loft, finished terrace
level, open kitchen 2/granite, 30x30 workshop. The
5th highest residential homesite in White County. A
must see! $1,250,000 (98817) Ruth 706-499-4702
ruth@ruthcamp.com
Wilkes County
Wilkinson County
200 + acres, fenced and cross fenced, 12,416
sq ft corral, 2 wells, 16 watering locations,
bordered by Beaver Dam Creek and Little River,
.6 miles of dirt road frontage. Great home and
1,094.96+/- Acre Recreation Tract in Wilkinson
County on Oconee River. The tract is located
pond sites, approx. half wooded, half open pasture,
excellent hunting. Secluded location on Happy
Hollow Road, between Hwy 44 and Hwy 47, 5 miles
south of Washington, GA. In one picture the land is
to the right of the road and bordered by pine trees.
Please e-mail dangaflat@yahoo.com or call (706)
214-0442.
approximately 10.6 miles southeast of Toomsboro,
GA. Acreage consists of 2 different tracts: The Pond
Tract and River Tract. The Pond tract contains
approximately 350 acres of planted pines, an approximate 13 acre fully stocked pond, and an approximate
10 acre dove field. The River tract is a mixture of
hardwoods, cypress and cut over and has approximately 1.5 miles of frontage on the Oconee River.
Electrical power, deep well and septic field are in
place. There is an approximate 3,600 square foot
metal storage building on slab. Additional chattel is
included. Contact Bruce Elliott at Bruce Elliott &
Associates, Inc., 478-746-0700 or Bruce@BruceElliottAssociates.com.
Worth County
Long View Tract, 202 Acres: Spectacular View
from the crest of this awesome property making
a perfect cabin site. The property borders Clarks
Creek, a major Wilkes County stream which feeds
interior creeks and creates a potential lake site.
Approximately 50 acres of mature upland and bottom
land hardwoods and excellent stand planted pines.
Good interior roads make property easily accessible.
Great deer, turkey, and small game habitat! Priced
reduced: $1,975/AC. ($398,950). Contact Eddie
Drinkard, 706-318-3636, email: eddie.drinkard@
gmail.com, website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
$265,000 - 2964 sf w/17.58 acres - Beautiful
4 BR/2 1/2 BA Home on 17+ acres with 17 year
old Timber. Owner says, “Bring Offers!” 2513 GA
Hwy 33, Sylvester, GA 31791 Contact Browning
Brass Key Realty, (800) 958-2317
Broad River Bluff, 154.35 Acres: A Sportsman’s
Paradise! 4,000 ft. of Broad River Frontage! Ducks,
deer, turkey, fishing and canoeing!! This property has
it all! Interior roads and food plots. Price Reduced!
$2395/AC. Owner/Broker, Contact Eddie Drinkard,
706-318-3636, email: eddie.drinkard@gmail.com,
website: DrinkardRealEstateSales.com
AgGeorgia.30.Autumn 2012
PRSRT STD
U.S. POSTAGE
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P.O. Box 1820
Perry, GA 31069
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Office Locations
Cartersville
Gainesville
Ocilla
Sandersville
1300 East Main Street
Cartersville, GA 30120
(770) 382-3637
501 Broad Street
Gainesville, GA 30501
(770) 534-5395
302 S. Cherry Street
Ocilla, GA 31774
(229) 468-5900
775 Sparta Road
Sandersville, GA 31082
(478) 552-6922
Chatsworth
LaFayette
Perry
Sylvester
19 Woodlake Drive
Chatsworth, GA 30705
(706) 695-0020
700 East Villanow Street
LaFayette, GA 30728
(706) 638-1940
468 Perry Parkway
Perry, GA 31069
(478) 987-1434
105 Dexter Wilson Blvd
Sylvester, GA 31791
(229) 776-5599
Clarkesville
Montezuma
Quitman
Tifton
102 Blacksnake Road
Mt. Airy, GA 30563
(706) 754-4158
317 Walnut Street
Montezuma, GA 31063
(478) 472-5156
504 E. Screven Street
Quitman, GA 31643
(229) 263-7551
1807 King Road
Tifton, GA 31794
(229) 382-4300
Cordele
Moultrie
Rome
Washington
1207 South Greer Street
Cordele, GA 31010
(229) 273-3927
22 5th Avenue., SE
Moultrie, GA 31768
(229) 985-3893
701 East 2nd Avenue
Rome, GA 30162
(706) 291-6340
U.S. 78, 311 North Bypass
Washington, GA 30673
(706) 678-7088
Dublin
Nashville
Royston
Waynesboro
826 Bellevue Avenue
Dublin, GA 31021
(478) 272-3255
707 N. Davis Street
Nashville, GA 31639
(229) 686-5081
675 Church Street
Royston, GA 30662
(706) 245-6142
176 Highway 80 West
Waynesboro, GA 30830
(706) 554-2107
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