by CDFA Office of Public Affairs As part of the upcoming Rose Parade festivities, CDFA Secretary Karen Ross will once again join the Buy California Marketing Agreement (BCMA) and the California …
Almond Assessment Increase Approved
Sustainability and Production Research, Global Marketing Initiatives to Move Forward as USDA Implements Assessment Increase On Dec. 20 the USDA published the Final Rule to implement the recommendation by Almond …
National Fruitcake Day
Cathy Isom tells us why the holiday celebration continues with a nutty and fruity tradition. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
Food Prices Down as Biodiesel Production Grows
Consumers are paying less for food this year as the Consumer Price Index for grocery store items is 2.3 percent lower than last year, all while biodiesel production is higher …
Cardiovascular Disease and Red Meat Consumption
Consuming red meat in amounts above what is typically recommended does not affect short-term cardiovascular disease risk factors, such as blood pressure and blood cholesterol, according to a new review …
HPAI Outbreaks in Asia, Europe Prompting Biosecurity Measures
New outbreaks of highly pathogenic avian influenza in Asia and Europe have prompted more extensive biosecurity measures. Meat Industry Publication Meatingplace reports those measures include bans on poultry and poultry …
USCA Requests Status on U.S. Beef Trade with China
The U.S. Cattlemen’s Association last week requested an update on the status of trade negotiations with China about the export of U.S. beef.
U.S. Scores Big WTO Win Against Indonesian Agricultural Trade Restrictions
The World Trade Organization ruled last week that 18 different import restrictions the Indonesian government maintains on beef, poultry and various produce items violate global trade rules, handing an overwhelming …
Canada-U.S. Trade Not Broken, No Need for Trump Fix
Canada’s trade minister says the world-leading trade relationship between Canada and the United States does not need to be on U.S. President-elect Donald Trump’s list of things to fix once …
Agri View: The Wall
Everett Griner talks about the problems a border wall will bring in today’s Agri View.
Farm City Newsday Podcast for December 26
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Sabrina Hill. To listen or subscribe
National Candy Cane Day
Cathy Isom has some fun facts about a popular Christmas candy. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.
Agri View: How Was Your Meat Raised
Everett Griner talks about the differences in where or how your meat is raised in today’s Agri View.
National Eggnog Day
Cathy Isom has some tasty facts about a popular holiday beverage. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours.