…bill would nullify state regulations like California’s Prop 12, which mandates that certain meat products sold in the state must come from animals housed according to specific animal welfare standards….
Almond Crop Forecast for a Strong Rebound
California Almond Production Projected at 3 Billion Pounds California’s almond industry is on track for a significant upswing in 2025, with production now forecast at 3 billion meat pounds. This…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…Canada and the United States to continue their discussions. However, according to Erin Borror, Vice President of Economic Analysis at the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF), deeper trade concerns remain—particularly…
Mexico Remains Top Market for U.S. Ag Exports in 2024
…billion worth of goods. Nearly half of that came from consumer-oriented products such as meat, dairy, processed foods, and beverages. Bulk commodities accounted for one-third of total shipments, led by…
American Butter Institute Challenges Country Crock “Butter” Label
…“almond milk” to “vegan burgers,” the rise of non-dairy and meat-free products has prompted regulatory scrutiny and sparked concern among commodity groups and traditional food producers. As the FDA evaluates…
“One Big, Beautiful Bill” Delivers Tax Relief for Ag Producers
…Section 199A 20% deduction, originally enacted under the 2017 tax reforms. This deduction benefits pass-through agricultural businesses by lowering taxable income and preserving capital for reinvestment. Investment Incentives Expanded In…
Morada Nut’s Jameson on Walnut Market Challenges
…carry-ins ever, setting the stage for strong pricing and high-quality output. “California walnut quality is the best in the world—for color, meat yield, and kernel quality,” Jameson said. Long-Term vs….
Agricultural Prices Rise 1.7% in May Amid Climbing Farm Costs
…by strong performance in the meat animal sector, particularly beef and pork. Dairy prices also remained strong, supported by solid consumer demand, especially for premium cuts and value-added dairy products….
Darren Hill Explains Why Chicken and Pork Beat Beef on Price
…complex meat market—and why chicken and pork continue to undercut beef at the retail level. Darren Hill Explains Why Chicken and Pork Beat Beef on Price With over 35 years…
Darren Hill: Why JD Food Buys Beef Nationwide
JD Food’s Darren Hill Explains Meat Sourcing Beyond California Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” sat down with Darren Hill, the veteran sales manager at JD Food, to discuss how the…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-23-25
…food distributor based in Fresno. With more than 35 years in the meat industry—and former chef credentials—Hill breaks down the challenges currently facing California’s meat supply chain. From skyrocketing beef…
California’s Beef Industry Faces Historic Supply Shortage
A Deepening Crisis in California’s Meat Industry Darren Hill, a seasoned sales manager at JD Food in Fresno, California, recently sat down to discuss the growing challenges in the state’s…
California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic Supply Crunch
…JD Food, and a long-time figure in Central California’s meat industry, highlighted the serious challenges currently facing beef production in California and across the U.S. California’s Meat Industry Faces Historic…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 06-19-25
…seeking support to expand distribution and visibility, including partnerships with ag companies and trade shows. New state and international versions of the decal have already reached places like Brazil and…