…record year. Magaña explained that over the last few months, logical challenges have been putting downward pressure on prices. “We’ve seen some relevant declines in exports on walnuts and almonds…
Week in Review: Record Ag Exports & Farmers’ Feelings on WOTUS Revision
According to trade information from the U.S. Department of Commerce, ag exports set a new record in 2021. The proposed revision to the “Waters of the United States” (WOTUS) definition…
Secretary Vilsack to Discuss Climate Change During Trade Mission to Dubai
…exports to the market surpassing $1.1 billion in 2021, a 17.8 percent increase from the previous year. On February 21, Secretary Vilsack will tour the Dubai Expo 2020 and co-chair…
First Trade Missions Since Pandemic
…and the leader of the upcoming trip says the Middle East is a growing market for American exports. He talks about the importance of all trade missions and particularly this…
Record Setting Ag Exports Surpass 2021 Expectations
According to trade information from the U.S. Department of Commerce, ag exports set a new record in 2021. Exports of American farm and food products totaled $177 billion, surpassing forecasts…
Week in Review: Dry January Tough for Snowpack & Port of Oakland to Improve Operations
…U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack and Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Monday announced a plan for the Port of Oakland to speed up agricultural exports. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to…
Port of Oakland Plan Aims to Quicken Ag Exports
…America, but exports are just as important. “Maybe even more important is making sure that we’re getting income to Americans associated with exports going out. The agricultural community has really…
Lawmakers Continue to Press Biden Administration for Supply Chain Relief
…the ongoing issues and how they are impacting U.S. exports. The letter has also been endorsed by nearly two dozen agricultural groups, including the Almond Alliance, Western Growers, California Farm…
Trade War Impacts Documented in Recent USDA Report
…made up 71 percent of the share of estimated trade damages, according to USDA. Other significant losses were measured in sorghum exports, with $854 million in annualized losses. Pork exports…
Week in Review: Snowpack Over 140% of Average and Port of Oakland Improvements Coming
…of the pressure on agricultural exports. Increasing frequencies of diamondback moth issues in cole crops highlight the importance of an integrated pest management approach. The Biden-Harris Administration announced it will…
Joint Effort to Improve Port of Oakland Conditions for Ag Exports
The Port of Oakland is making moves to help relieve some of the pressure on agricultural exports. Issues with container availability and storage capacity have made the export process exceptionally…
2020 Crop Report Puts Fresno County at the Top Once Again
…ability for growers to export their goods. The crop report shows that almonds were the most exported crop in 2020, making up 25 percent of all agricultural exports from Fresno…
Week in Review: ‘Unprecedented’ Water Allocation and Officials Want Answers on Port Problems
…many of the challenges, there was still some unrealized potential for ag exports in 2021. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to receive the latest agricultural headlines directly in your inbox….
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 12-21-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering ag exports largely overcome logistical challenges but could have…