…with calving and birthing events, implementing vaccination programs and supporting overall food safety efforts. Food Animal Veterinarian Shortage Impacts Rural Communities The shortage has created challenges for producers who often…
Driscoll’s CEO Soren Bjorn Talks California Strawberries, Berry Innovation, Labor, Water, and the Future of Farming
…golf scholarship to Baylor University in Texas. After entering the food industry through a mentor’s business, he eventually worked for Del Monte Foods before joining Driscoll’s roughly twenty years ago….
Driscoll’s CEO Says Consumer Education Key to Agriculture’s Future
…operations often changes perceptions and helps people better understand how food is produced. Bjorn also highlighted the strength of the Driscoll’s brand, noting that the company has built consumer trust…
The History of Irrigation: From Ancient Civilizations to Modern American Agriculture
…nearly impossible in many regions of the world. Today, hundreds of thousands of acres across the United States rely on sophisticated irrigation systems to produce the food, fiber, and fuel…
Driscoll’s CEO Discusses Berry Markets, California Farming Challenges
…company’s signature crop, Bjorn highlighted continued growth across the berry category, particularly blueberries. Consumer demand for fresh berries continues to rise as shoppers increasingly seek healthier food choices. “The whole…
The History of Soybeans in America: From Ship Ballast to Agricultural Powerhouse
…as a vital source of food, livestock feed, oil, and industrial products. However, the soybean’s rise to prominence was a gradual process that began with a surprising arrival on American…
Why Is Corn Called Corn? The Surprising History Behind Agriculture’s Most Familiar Crop
…one of the most important crops in American agriculture, serving as a foundation for food production, livestock feed, biofuels, and countless industrial products. But the story behind the word “corn”…
Blueberry Boom: How the Blueberry Boost Accelerator Is Fueling the Future of America’s Favorite Superfruit
…eight-week accelerator program challenges startups, food manufacturers, and influencers to think creatively about how blueberries can be incorporated into foods, beverages, snacks, desserts, and wellness products. The goal is simple:…
Beef Prices, Tri-Tip Secrets, and the Future of Meat: Darren Hill Breaks It All Down
Darren Hill of JD Food Why Beef Costs More—and Why Americans Keep Buying It As Americans fire up their grills for summer barbecues and prepare to celebrate the nation’s 250th…
Blueberry Industry Looks to Innovation and Marketing to Drive Future Growth
…for blueberries and expand demand across multiple consumer segments. Cronquist said blueberries have evolved far beyond a seasonal fruit and are now available year-round thanks to domestic production and global…
From Cross-Check Planting to Modern Corn Rows: How Charles Deere Helped Transform Corn Production
…plant larger acreages. Growing populations and increasing demand for food required innovations that could improve productivity while reducing labor requirements. The limitations of cross-check planting eventually led inventors and agricultural…
Proposed Tariffs on Brazilian Imports Could Reshape U.S. Ethanol Trade
…particular point of contention because Brazil represents an important market and competitor within the global biofuels sector. Industry stakeholders will be closely monitoring the situation, as any changes to tariff…
Beef Prices Remain High as Demand Stays Strong, Industry Expert Says
…emphasized that the situation currently poses no threat to consumers and that the U.S. food supply remains safe. Freight costs continue to be another major factor influencing food prices. Hill…
California Trucking, Fuel Costs, and Agriculture’s Future: What Mark Woods and Ellington Smith Want Farmers to Know
…concerns over the state’s energy infrastructure are putting pressure on the industries that keep America’s food supply moving. During a recent interview with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, sat down…