AddThis Sharing ButtonsShare to LinkedInLinkedInShare to FacebookFacebookShare to TwitterTwitter Operator posts jump in turnover and profit following growth in sports and gaming segments Email Address Topics: Finance Betting and gaming giant bet365 has again reported significant gains in turnover and profit for its financial year ended March 25th, 2018, with the operator highlighting the performance of the sports vertical in particular.Total turnover – for a period that did not coincide with any major sporting events – grew 25% year-on-year to £2.86bn. This was driven primarily by growth in sports and gaming turnover to £2.712bn, up 26% from the prior year, with customers wagering £52.56bn over the period, up 12%.Stoke-based bet365’s co-chief executive Denise Coates said the sports offering had been strengthened by a number of enhancements to its product offering during the year. This included the launch of a bet-builder product and the roll-out of early payout functionality for high-profile sporting events.The operator also expanded the number of live sporting events over the year to around 160,000, with new sports such as eSports added. This helped amounts wagered on sports grow 12% year-on-year, with the number of active customers for the year climbing 4%.In-play betting was by far the most popular form of wagering, accounting for 77% of sports revenue, while revenue from mobile betting grew 29% to consolidate its position as customers’ favoured channel.Gaming also grew, supported by significant investment in bet365’s mobile offering, with the launch of new bet365 Games apps for iPhone and iPad. Over the year a total of 332 games were launched, helping improve player retention and increase active customer numbers.The company made significant investments in advertising during the year, which contributed to a 40% year-on-year increase in direct costs associated with the betting and gaming business to £406.4m.The staff-related costs also rose, with the number of staff employed by the group climbing to 4,030 by the end of the financial year. Coupled with increased pay for “individuals that have been key to the development of the overarching corporate strategy” of the business, total staff costs were up 32% at £646.8m.The operator also made significant investments in its responsible gaming and customer protection controls, with the development of its proprietary Early Risk Detection System (EROS) a key focus. Coates noted that bet365 is also investing in projects with external partners, as well as exploring new technologies such as machine learning and artificial intelligence to develop new ways to identify harmful gambling habits.It also made a £75m donation to the Denise Coates Foundation, the charitable body set up in 2012, which has since donated more than £100m to a range of projects such as improving cancer care in Stoke, supporting Oxfam and relief programmes in countries hit by natural disasters.This saw total costs for the betting and gaming business rise to £1.63bn, with a further £160.3m in administrative expenses incurred from Stoke City Football Club, which wiped out turnover of £138.6m. As a result total administrative expenses for the year grew to £1.79bn.The gaming division posted an operating profit of £682.2m for the year, while the football club reported a £21.9m loss. Total operating profit grew 31% to £660.3m.bet365 saw its annual tax payments increase significantly, rising 78% year-on-year to £78.2m, while the company made a gain of £5.2m from currency conversions. This left the business with a post-tax profit of £587.6m, up 27.8% from its previous financial year.“Looking forward, the sports, gaming and associated support functions will continue to make sure that they are suitably resourced to manage business growth, deliver innovative product development, provide a high quality customer and safe experience, maintain robust processes that ensure compliance with the requirements of multiple regulatory frameworks and maintain their collective position at the forefront of the industry,” Coates said.At the end of its financial year, bet365 had cash in the bank of £1.8bn, up 27% year-on-year.Analysts at Regulus Partners noted: “bet365 has added roughly the equivalent of William Hill’s digital business in one year’s growth and is more than double the size of PPB’s digital business (including Australia) in revenue terms.” 20th November 2018 | By contenteditor bet365 turnover nears £3bn after another successful year Finance Subscribe to the iGaming newsletter
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Caudan Development Ltd (CAUD.mu) Q32012 Interim Report
Caudan Development Ltd (CAUD.mu) listed on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius under the Property sector has released it’s 2012 interim results for the third quarter.For more information about Caudan Development Ltd (CAUD.mu) reports, abridged reports, interim earnings results and earnings presentations, visit the Caudan Development Ltd (CAUD.mu) company page on AfricanFinancials.Document: Caudan Development Ltd (CAUD.mu) 2012 interim results for the third quarter.Company ProfileCaudan Development Limited deals in the investment and development of real estate properties and provision of security services in Mauritius. The company also owns, promotes and develops Le Caudan Waterfront, which is a mixed commercial project on the waterfront of Port Louis. Apart from Le Caudan Waterfront, Caudan Development Limited rents out industrial buildings situated at Pailles, Riche Terre, and Albion Dock. The company also deals in the sale of alarm equipment and property protection services. Caudan Development Limited is listed on the Stock Exchange of Mauritius.
10 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in 2021 for BIG gains
See all posts by Manika Premsingh Image source: Getty Images “This Stock Could Be Like Buying Amazon in 1997” If there’s one lesson the corona-crisis of 2020 has taught me, it’s this. You won’t regret holding a big part of your investing portfolio in long-term FTSE 100 purchases. The easiest way to spot these is by assessing which shares clearly have long-term trends in their favour. There are plenty of examples of such trends around. I’ve talked about extensively in the past about online shopping, but I believe it bears repeating. This is because of two developments we’ve seen this month. 5G is here – and shares of this ‘sleeping giant’ could be a great way for you to potentially profit!According to one leading industry firm, the 5G boom could create a global industry worth US$12.3 TRILLION out of thin air…And if you click here we’ll show you something that could be key to unlocking 5G’s full potential…Developments that will impact investing in 2021The first is the Brexit deal that was struck a few days ago. It means that goods can be assured to move from Europe to the UK without complications at ports or price increases that would arise from a no-deal Brexit. It also means that the UK economy can now, finally, look forward to more stability after over four years of uncertainty. Investors are clearly happy, going by the FTSE 100 rally.Second, the mutated coronavirus has put quite a dampener on more than just our collective holiday spirit this year. Many parts of the UK under increased restrictions and this may well continue for a while. We don’t know. We also don’t know if the vaccine will be effective now. We only know that it’s far more dangerous and we are safer cocooned in our homes than anywhere else. What’s going to happen nextPutting these two developments together makes it clear that we will continue to shop online well into 2021. In some respects, we may never go back to bricks-and-mortar stores (there’s just so much more and better choice available online in some cases). As a result, I think we can expect FTSE 100 companies either in this segment or in linked industries to benefit from it. And that’s not just for now, but for a long time to come. Here are 10 of them among the FTSE 100 constituents alone:The FTSE 100 online marketplace boomThis one’s a no-brainer. Stocks like the FTSE 100 online grocer Ocado have shown stellar performance in 2020. In fact, I’m so convinced of it that it’s my top stock for 2021 as well. Niche online marketplaces like Auto Trader and Rightmove are two others I think will continue to thrive over time.Linkage effects from online shoppingOur online shopping spree has a direct effect on demand for packaging materials. The FTSE 100 index has not one but three such companies among its constituents – Mondi, DS Smith, and Smurfit Kappa – all of which can make gains from the trend. There’s also the real estate investment trust Segro, which focuses on warehouses, and whose share price has performed quite well already this year. The FTSE 100 pivotersLast but certainly not the least is the pivot among big FTSE 100 retailers to the online space. As a Tesco consumer, I can vouch for the ease in online shopping through its app. I’m eagerly watching how this pivot will continue next year. This goes for J Sainsbury too, which is struggling right now. Also on my radar are non-essential retailers like NEXT, which has reported much of its sales from online purchases recently. Our 6 ‘Best Buys Now’ Shares I’m sure you’ll agree that’s quite the statement from Motley Fool Co-Founder Tom Gardner.But since our US analyst team first recommended shares in this unique tech stock back in 2016, the value has soared.What’s more, we firmly believe there’s still plenty of upside in its future. In fact, even throughout the current coronavirus crisis, its performance has been beating Wall St expectations.And right now, we’re giving you a chance to discover exactly what has got our analysts all fired up about this niche industry phenomenon, in our FREE special report, A Top US Share From The Motley Fool. Simply click below to discover how you can take advantage of this. I would like to receive emails from you about product information and offers from The Fool and its business partners. Each of these emails will provide a link to unsubscribe from future emails. More information about how The Fool collects, stores, and handles personal data is available in its Privacy Statement.
Manika Premsingh owns shares of Ocado Group and Rightmove. The Motley Fool UK owns shares of Next. The Motley Fool UK has recommended Auto Trader, DS Smith, Rightmove, and Tesco. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Manika Premsingh | Wednesday, 30th December, 2020 10 FTSE 100 stocks I’d buy in 2021 for BIG gains Click here to claim your copy now — and we’ll tell you the name of this Top US Share… free of charge! Enter Your Email Address Renowned stock-picker Mark Rogers and his analyst team at The Motley Fool UK have named 6 shares that they believe UK investors should consider buying NOW.So if you’re looking for more stock ideas to try and best position your portfolio today, then it might be a good day for you. Because we’re offering a full 33% off your first year of membership to our flagship share-tipping service, backed by our ‘no quibbles’ 30-day subscription fee refund guarantee.
Here’s why I think the Carnival share price will keep climbing
The Carnival (LSE: CCL) share price has been rising over the past few months. Year-to-date, shares in the world’s largest cruise ship company have added 28%. Over the past 12 months, the stock has added 66%. I think this trend can continue and, as a result, I’m considering adding the stock to my portfolio today. 5G is here – and shares of this ‘sleeping giant’ could be a great way for you to potentially profit!According to one leading industry firm, the 5G boom could create a global industry worth US$12.3 TRILLION out of thin air…And if you click here we’ll show you something that could be key to unlocking 5G’s full potential…Turning a corner I sold my investment in Carnival early last year after it became clear the coronavirus pandemic would have a more significant impact on the cruise industry than I initially thought.Since then, I have been keeping a close eye on the company and its competitors for signs of a turnaround. While cruise ships have been allowed to sail from US ports for several months, operators have erred on the side of caution. That’s understandable.Operators have also attracted a large amount of criticism over the past year for continuing to sail as the pandemic spread around the world in the first half of 2020. Lawsuits have been mounting ever since. Managements will want to avoid a repeat of this situation, which has hurt the Carnival share price. However, the group is now slowly restarting operations. P&O, which Carnival owns, has a lengthy itinerary in place over the summer for cruises around the UK. One of the group’s European subsidiaries, AIDA Cruises, also has them scheduled around the Mediterranean, North Sea and Baltic Sea over the next few months. Demand for these cruises has been so high, the company has had to put on additional trips. And today, Carnival also announced three brands across the group have restarted cruises from the United States to Alaska. The company will release more information on its restart plans next week. Management is finalising plans to operate several of its ships from ports in Miami and Galveston, Texas. Carnival share price outlook This is all good news and signals that the company is finally starting to move on from the pandemic. I think this will almost certainly have a positive impact on the Carnival share price. For much of the past year, the group hasn’t generated any substantial ticketing revenue.That will change over the next few months. And when revenue starts to roll in, I’ll be able to build a better idea of the company’s financial position and how long it will take the business to recover. Of course, the company’s recovery still faces multiple headwinds. Most of its voyages won’t stop in ports due to the risks of spreading coronavirus. It’s unclear how long this will last and whether customers will continue to return if they’re not allowed to disembark at key destinations during a trip.What’s more, another coronavirus wave may lead to the reintroduction of no-sail orders, which would almost certainly impact sentiment towards the Carnival share price. Despite these risks, I think the outlook for the company is improving. As such, I’d be happy to buy a small position for my portfolio today as an economic recovery play. Learn how you can grab this ‘Top Income Stock’ Report now Image: Saga See all posts by Rupert Hargreaves Our 6 ‘Best Buys Now’ Shares Enter Your Email Address Rupert Hargreaves has no position in any of the shares mentioned. The Motley Fool UK has no position in any of the shares mentioned. Views expressed on the companies mentioned in this article are those of the writer and therefore may differ from the official recommendations we make in our subscription services such as Share Advisor, Hidden Winners and Pro. Here at The Motley Fool we believe that considering a diverse range of insights makes us better investors. Rupert Hargreaves | Friday, 21st May, 2021 | More on: CCL 
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Charity Commission wins top award
Charity Commission Direct, based in Liverpool, takes calls for 12 hours on weekdays and provides a Saturday service. Last year, CCD dealt with over 185,000 phone calls, over 26,000 emails and over 60,000 letters. These were the second annual Civil Service awards run by Whitehall & Westminster World, which recognise those working behind-the-scenes in government, taking pride in their achievements, celebrating innovation and sharing excellent practice. AddThis Sharing ButtonsShare to TwitterTwitterShare to FacebookFacebookShare to LinkedInLinkedInShare to EmailEmailShare to WhatsAppWhatsAppShare to MessengerMessengerShare to MoreAddThis The Charity Commission, the independent regulator for charities in England and Wales has won a top Civil Service award. Charity Commission Direct (CCD), the single point of contact for all the regulator’s incoming enquiries, has won the Operational Delivery category of the prestigious Whitehall & Westminster World Civil Service Awards 2007.The Charity Commission was one of only 13 winners out of 600 nominees to be presented with an award in front of guests including Prime Minister Gordon Brown at Lancaster House, London. A team of Commission representatives collected their award from the Head of the Home Civil Service, Sir Gus O’Donnell, who said that the winners represented the ‘best of the best’ of the Civil Service. Advertisement About Howard Lake Howard Lake is a digital fundraising entrepreneur. Publisher of UK Fundraising, the world’s first web resource for professional fundraisers, since 1994. Trainer and consultant in digital fundraising. Founder of Fundraising Camp and co-founder of GoodJobs.org.uk. Researching massive growth in giving. Charity Commission wins top award
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Good Neighbors Animal Rescue helps hundreds of feral cats and dogs
Haley is a senior journalism major and political science minor from Parker, Texas. When she’s not in the newsroom, she enjoys playing sand volleyball with her friends and watching all the cute dog videos on Facebook. Twitter ReddIt Fort Worth set to elect first new mayor in 10 years Saturday Haley Harrisonhttps://www.tcu360.com/author/haley-harrison/ Newest construction plan aims to close parts of Bellaire Drive for pedestrian walkway ReddIt Haley Harrisonhttps://www.tcu360.com/author/haley-harrison/ Linkedin Haley Harrisonhttps://www.tcu360.com/author/haley-harrison/ Previous articleNo. 20 Horned Frogs edge No. 22 Nevada, 84-80, maintain nation’s longest winning streakNext articleAthletic Director Chris Del Conte departs TCU for same position with the University of Texas Haley Harrison RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Facebook Haley Harrison 
Linkedin Haley Harrisonhttps://www.tcu360.com/author/haley-harrison/ Twitter Abortion access threatened as restrictive bills make their way through Texas Legislature Grains to grocery: One bread maker brings together farmers and artisans at locally-sourced store printIn 2012, Sheven Poole moved into a house in Fort Worth that came with its very own litter of kittens. Poole’s inability to find a rescue group to help her spay/neuter and take in the clan encouraged her to start her own, Good Neighbors Animal Rescue (GNAR).In the first six months of GNAR, Poole and volunteers were able to spay and neuter 500 cats through Spay Neuter Network with a $50,000 grant from PetSmart charities.“We are trying fill that niche that wasn’t there to help me,” Poole said. “If we didn’t have these low cost clinic options, then we wouldn’t know what we would be able to do.”Poole said that GNAR is dependent on Spay Neuter Network and the Texas Coalition for Animal Protection for services. Spay Neuter Network still frequently brings a mobile clinic to the Fiesta Mart parking lot on 8th Ave. to offer local residents inexpensive vaccinations and spays/neuters for pets and feral cats.Not only that, but the help of volunteers is what is keeping 15 dogs and 100 cats off the streets and out of the crowded local shelter. Alan Ware is a GNAR volunteer who began fostering after taking in a couple of kitten litters on his own. He is currently taking care of 13 GNAR cats.“I am one of the three GNAR orphanages,” said Ware. “I have a 10-person tent that I keep out in my garage that all the cats like to run around in.”According to the website, GNAR neighbors are working towards the larger goal of keeping the stray population in control to reduce the suffering of unwanted, homeless and neglected animals. Poole now lives in the Fairmount district where she said, in the past, there have been many roaming dogs and kitten litters underneath people’s homes, but that GNAR efforts have made a noticeable impact to the community.“There’s definitely a lot less cats in the community, or if there are then they are spayed and neutered,” Poole said. “We have been told by neighbors that this is the first year or two that they have not had a litter of kittens in their backyard.”Poole said she hopes that GNAR and Fort Worth residents continue to work together to create a safe environment for these animals. For more information on Good Neighbors Animal Rescue adoption events or how to donate and volunteer visit the GNAR Facebook page or website at http://www.goodneighborsanimalrescue.org. Facebook + posts 11-year-old boy raises over $67,000 to give the ‘gift of hearing’ in Guatemala TCU visiting scholar continues campus conversation on immigration Students concerned about off-campus thefts
Scenic route for County Limerick charity run
TAGSCurraghchase 10k RunCurraghchase Forest ParkEnable IrelandGerard McDonnellJames O’ShaughnessyKilcornanlimerick Halloween Spooktacular competition winners Previous articleSoccer – Signings have boosted Limerick’s survival hopesNext articleTV – Something for the weekend – Sport on TV Alan Jacqueshttp://www.limerickpost.ie WhatsApp Facebook Limerick groups benefit from university’s new Christmas tradition Enable Ireland sucks up the eco-friendly message Linkedin RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR Print
by Alan [email protected] up for the weekly Limerick Post newsletter Sign Up A CHARITY race will see participants take the scenic route through a popular County Limerick beauty spot this month.Now in its fourth year, the Curraghchase 10k will see runners and walkers take in the sights of the popular tourist attraction on August 16 as they make their way through its mixed woodlands, park lands and lakes.The event will see funds raised for Enable Ireland who provide free services to children and adults with disabilities and their families.The road race will be staged through the picturesque woodland forest park taking in many of the sites of interest including the Gerard McDonnell memorial tree planted in honour of local Kilcornan man Gerard McDonnell, who was the first Irish man to summit K2.Chairman of the Curraghchase 10k, James O’Shaughnessy expects this year’s race to be the biggest yet.“The support and interest this year from both sponsors and participants was huge. Registration numbers are already higher than the previous three years with people registered from all around the country,” James commented.“The Curraghchase 10k has become one of the must do 10k’s in the racing calendar,” he added.James’ advise to anyone who wants to take part is to register early online at eventmaster.ie. Registration for adults is €20, €10 for under 18’s and kids under 12 are free. For more details email [email protected] NewsLocal NewsScenic route for County Limerick charity runBy Alan Jacques – August 6, 2015 811 Win Halloween Spooktacular tickets Email Advertisement Halloween scares aplenty around Curraghchase Twitter Win Halloween Spooktacular tickets
Key restrictions ‘significantly’ tightened to combat spread of Coronavirus
Government announces phased easing of public health restrictions Linkedin Print TAGSCoronavirusCovid 19IrelandLimerick City and CountyNationalNews Mass COVID testing to take place at University of Limerick following fresh outbreak of virus among student population Twitter Institute of Public Health addresses loneliness as a challenge to national health in light of Covid-19 restrictions Advertisement WhatsApp Limerick health chiefs urge public not to withhold information on virus contacts, as they investigate “complex and serious outbreaks” across midwest region 
People photo created by prostooleh – www.freepik.comGOVERNMENT has announced it will be “significantly tightening key restrictions” up to September 13 to combat the spread of the Coronavirus following advice from NPHET.Addressing the nation yesterday, August 18, following a Cabinet meeting, An Taoiseach Micheál Martin said Government met to discuss what public health experts describe as “multiple significant outbreaks associated with workplaces, households, and social activities”.Sign up for the weekly Limerick Post newsletter Sign Up An Taoiseach said, “This is not just about the appalling behaviour we saw in one Dublin bar at the weekend.“The evidence is that a large number of people are acting as if the virus is no threat to them, or that it’s OK to take a few more risks. And many people seem to believe that if they or those they are socialising with have no symptoms there’s no problem.”He reminded people that the virus can spread without the carrier “ever showing any symptoms”.The tightening of “key restrictions” recommend that all visits to homes be limited to six people from outside the home and from no more than three households both indoors and outdoors.Mr Martin also announced that other gatherings will be limited to 15 people, and indoor and outdoor training be limited to six and 15 people respectively, with sports events reverting to “behind closed doors with strict avoidance of social gatherings before and after events”.The recommendations also include that:All businesses should continue to facilitate remote working where possible.Restaurants and cafes, including pubs operating as restaurants, can remain open but with mandatory restrictions on closing times of 1130 pm.Public transport should be avoided where possible.In the context of private transport, the wearing of face masks is advised where households are mixed.All state bodies with responsibility for monitoring, inspection and compliance will intensify activities on an integrated basis.Fresh advice will be issued to people over 70 or who are medically vulnerable to limit their interactions to a very small network for short periods, to avoid public transport where possible and to shop during designated hours.Speaking yesterday, he said, “The harsh reality is that recent trends in the spread of the virus are very serious.”He acknowledged the nation is “not close to the level and pace of the spread of the virus earlier this year” but says we are at a point where “we need to recommit ourselves to key behaviours and to accept additional controls”.“The virus is as deadly today as it was before,” he said, continuing, “Until there is a vaccine we have to keep our guard up. We have to suppress the virus in order to progress.”An Taoiseach, Micheál Martin also announced the Government agreed to finalise and publish “a Roadmap for Resilience & Recovery before September 13”.The roadmap will show he the government will balance public health, economic and social aspects of living with Covid-19 in the short to medium term ensuing that society and the economy remains open while suppressing the spread of the virus. ‘Everything tells us we are moving forward’ Email Previous articleGAA seek clarity on new restrictionsNext articleMickey Mac’s Record Box features Limerick band The Hitchers Cian Reinhardthttp://www.limerickpost.ieJournalist & Digital Media Coordinator. Covering human interest and social issues as well as creating digital content to accompany news stories. [email protected] Facebook Covid antibody testing opens to public at Shannon Airport NewsHealthKey restrictions ‘significantly’ tightened to combat spread of CoronavirusBy Cian Reinhardt – August 19, 2020 264 RELATED ARTICLESMORE FROM AUTHOR
Hospital Action Group says not enough notice was given of Daly meeting
Facebook Facebook The Save Our St Joseph’s Hospital Action Group has hit out at the short period of notice given ahead of a proposed meeting with Junior Minister Jim Daly.The meeting never happened.The Minister with responsibility for Mental Health and Older People was reportedly in Donegal yesterday and had offered to meet with the Action Group but had given just 20 hours notice.Chair of the Save Our St Joseph’s Hospital Action Group Fr John Joe Duffy says Minister Daly changes what he says based on whether or not there are senior department officials in the room.He says in terms of yesterday’s proposed meeting, there simply wasn’t enough time……..Audio Playerhttp://www.highlandradio.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/frjjweb.mp300:0000:0000:00Use Up/Down Arrow keys to increase or decrease volume. Google+ Harps come back to win in Waterford Previous articleNI and Ulster Half Marathon Championships to return to WatersideNext articleBundoran beach reopens to public News Highland Pinterest Twitter WhatsApp By News Highland – July 24, 2019 Twitter Google+
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Peanuts, cotton need sun to turn a profit
By The Penny Hoarder Published 11:00 pm Tuesday, July 9, 2013 Sponsored Content Plans underway for historic Pike County celebration “In recent years, we’ve had drought conditions and crops didn’t make much. However, even though we had drought conditions last year, it turned out to be a rather good year for cotton and peanuts. We got rain when it was needed, through pop-up showers, and the cotton and peanuts benefited. But, in the other years, drought conditions were devastating to farmers. Now this year, it’s the rain. Too much of it.”Knotts said too much rain can do as much crop damage as too little rain.“And, we’re seeing that this year,” he said. “Rain every day without sunshine is taking its toll on the peanuts and cotton. The corn is doing all right. It can take the water. From what I’ve seen, some of the corn looks good. And some of the rest can make a comeback but the peanuts and cotton are hurting from all this rain.” Latest Stories You Might Like Ahoy, mateys! Alex Asher slips along a slide at the Troy Library’s “Pirate Adventure”. Children embark on a pirate adventure at Troy… read more Rain can be a blessing or a curse.Just ask any farmer.“There’s hardly ever a perfect situation for farmers,” said Jeff Knotts, FSA Pike County executive director. “It just seems like farmers either get too much rain or not enough.Olivia Hughes, 4, looks for peanuts among the weeds that have over taken Robert Hughes’ peanut field on Springhill Road. Skip The Penny Hoarder Issues “Urgent” Alert: 6 Companies… Knotts said the peanuts could be the hardest hit.“There’s a lot of standing water and peanuts don’t do good under water for several days,” he said. “That’s what’s happening in flooded, low-lying areas. Peanuts that were planted up hillside and in sandy soil will do better.”Weeds thrive on too much rain and have become a real problem for peanut farmers.“It’s too boggy to get in the fields and spray for weeds and weeds can take over the peanuts,” Knotts said. “The rain is preventing late planted crops so that’s another concern. Peanuts need dry weather and sunshine to keep on going.” Print Article Troy falls to No. 13 Clemson Peanuts, cotton need sun to turn a profit Book Nook to reopen Email the author Cotton has a better chance but, if it continues to rain and the cotton continues to grow like weeds, the cotton crop could also be in dire straights, Knotts said.“With this much rain, the cotton will get four to five feet tall,” he said. “When that happens, all of the cotton will be at the top of the plant. You’ll have more stalk than anything else and very little cotton.“More rain and strong winds could do additional damage to fruit trees. With the ground soaked and loose, strong winds could blow the trees over, so that’s another concern.”Knotts said the best thing that could happen for the crops is for the sun to shine and for any storm systems that develop to head out into the Atlantic.If that happens, the crops will have a “fairly” good chance, Knotts said.If not, as any farmer will say, “There’s always next year.” Remember America’s heroes on Memorial Day Pike County Sheriff’s Office offering community child ID kits By Jaine Treadwell Around the WebMd: Do This Immediately if You Have Diabetes (Watch)Blood Sugar BlasterIf You Have Ringing Ears Do This Immediately (Ends Tinnitus)Healthier LivingHave an Enlarged Prostate? Urologist Reveals: Do This Immediately (Watch)Healthier LivingWomen Only: Stretch This Muscle to Stop Bladder Leakage (Watch)Healthier LivingRemoving Moles & Skin Tags Has Never Been This EasyEssential HealthBet You’re Pretty Curious About Jaden’s Net Worth Right About Now, HuhBradofoThe content you see here is paid for by the advertiser or content provider whose link you click on, and is recommended to you by Revcontent. As the leading platform for native advertising and content recommendation, Revcontent uses interest based targeting to select content that we think will be of particular interest to you. We encourage you to view your opt out options in Revcontent’s Privacy PolicyWant your content to appear on sites like this?Increase Your Engagement Now!Want to report this publisher’s content as misinformation?Submit a ReportGot it, thanks!Remove Content Link?Please choose a reason below:Fake NewsMisleadingNot InterestedOffensiveRepetitiveSubmitCancel