…UC Davis strawberries account for about 60% of the strawberries consumed worldwide. UK-based Global Plant Genetics (GPG) will introduce 15 legacy varieties to its portfolio in regions including China, South…
Looking Long Term at Markets
…years, Ehmke said supply issues will likely play a larger role in market direction compared to demand issues. “Just because we’re seeing some slowdown in major economies like China and…
Almond Update: Another Opportunity to ‘Own Your Prime’ with California Almonds
The Almond Board of California (ABC) is once again partnering with Coach Prime, Deion Sanders to help increase domestic consumption of almonds. ABC’s Marketing Director for North America and China,…
RaboResearch Reports Slow Down of Global Walnut Market
…supply and demand. Key producers like China, the U.S., Chile, and the European Union (EU), which contribute to most of the world’s walnuts, are seeing slower growth. While China’s production…
Additional RAPP Funding Available to Support Ag Exports
…export investment. This funding aims to support American farmers and enhance global food security by expanding their customer base beyond established markets like China, Mexico, and Canada. Since its launch…
China’s Food Self-Sufficiency Plans Hit Weather Snag
China’s plans for food self-sufficiency aren’t going as expected. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Chinese farmer on the plantation of tea. Image by NJR-Depositbuyer/DepositPhotos China’s quest for…
Week in Review: Court Decision Questions Card Check & Consequences from Lack of Farm Bill
…out. A recent report from the U.S. Department of Agriculture shows that American specialty crop trade with China has been on the decline over the past several years. Subscribe to…
USDA Report Highlights Slowing Specialty Crop Trade with China
…decreased due to China’s increased local production. Trade with China is critical for U.S. specialty crop producers and the report notes that targeted marketing efforts will be needed to maintain…
Despite Low Demand, Fertilizer Prices Remain High
…to a decrease in many of the country’s production plants. China’s restriction on fertilizer exports means the government figured out they can make sure there’s enough for their own people…
Week in Review: U.S. Ag Exports Struggling & New Challenges for Mid-Kings River GSA
A drop in U.S. exports to China shows up significantly in the latest trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA). A new study warns that a renewed trade…
Mexico’s New President Vows Commitment to USMCA
…export destination at about 28.7 billion dollars,” she said. With Canada slightly behind, and China now number three. Meantime, Salmonsen says the USMCA comes up for review in 2026, where…
AgNet News Hour, Monday, 06-03-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Sabrina Halvorson. Today’s program highlights why revoking China’s trade status could hit California farmers hard and more about…
U.S. Ag Exports ‘Struggling’
Pixabay image A drop in U.S. exports to China shows up significantly in the latest trade forecast from the U.S. Department of Agriculture. “Generally speaking, our exports are struggling,” said…
Study Details How Another Trade War with China Could Harm California Farmers
…predict significant economic losses if the U.S. revokes China’s Permanent Normal Trade Relations (PNTR) status, a move that would sharply increase tariffs on Chinese goods. This could trigger China to…