…that this industry has done to develop consumers. Markets around the world really responded during COVID in a very positive way.” Challenges were many over the past year. Complicating issues…
Survey Shows Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 14%
…5-11 and 88 cents the week of Nov. 12-18, a decline of 18% in just one week. This means consumers who have not yet purchased a turkey should be able…
VofV: Organic Farming – Selling Health, Well-Being and Lifestyle
…She also reveals how to identify opportunities to expand, change the mindset of both consumers and farmers, and how to meet your triple bottom line (profit, people and the planet)….
Dairy Export Issues Highlighted During White House Roundtable
…“These issues warrant the focus of the entire federal government in order to address the negative economic effects on both businesses and consumers from these challenges,” NMPF and U.S. Dairy…
Fresh Produce Industry Calling for Supply Chain Relief
…is having on the industry as well as consumers. Issues of transportation are having the most profound impact, as the nature of fresh produce requires a fully functional supply chain…
New Promotional Opportunity for Agritourism Venues
…to connecting consumers with agritourism venues. Created by the Farm Bureau Foundation and sponsored by Corteva, the app allows farmers, ranchers and farm attraction managers to sign up for free…
Working Group Highlights Ag Supply Chain Challenges and Solutions
…to support supply chain policies that will allow U.S. farmers, ranchers, commodity handlers, processors, and food manufacturers to reliably deliver high-quality, cost-effective products to domestic and global consumers.” Labor is…
Higher Food Prices Should Ease a Bit in 2022
Food prices are continuing to rise, and consumers across the country are adjusting their shopping habits. A Successful Farming article says food aid agencies are also ramping up their support…
Global Ag Productivity Growth Off Target for 2050 Demand
…productivity growth at all production scales to meet consumers’ needs and address human and environmental well-being threats. Productivity growth remains the primary source of agricultural output growth globally. Still, the…
USDA Launches New Effort to Reduce Salmonella Illnesses Linked to Poultry
…consumers. The National Association of Farm Broadcasting and the American Farm Bureau Federation contributed to this report. USDA Launches New Effort to Reduce Salmonella Illnesses Linked to Poultry Sponsored Content…
Nearly $2 Million Invested To Help Support Organic Industry
…National Organic Program, the initiative aims to support the long-term growth of the organic industry. “Organic farmers, ranchers, businesses and consumers all rely on a fair and competitive organic market…
Nearly $150 Million Being Invested in 15 Sustainable Agriculture Projects
…million grant. “Investments in research projects like these awarded today will result in long-term improvements in agricultural practices that will benefit consumers, farmers and the environment,” said NIFA Director Dr….
Joint Initiative Seeks to Promote Competition in the Beef Supply Chain
…urge the Department of Justice and USDA to consider a full complement of policy tools needed to support competition in beef, for the benefit of consumers and producers. Between 1980…
American Beef Labeling Act to Reinstate Country of Origin Labeling
…in their favor. Now, we take it back. I’m thankful to my colleagues for helping carry this important issue for consumers and cattle producers. I’ve long said that consumers will…