…modern history, driven in large part by increased consumer demand for specialty crops. In addition to rising food imports, the fresh food supply chain is being threatened by more extreme…
CDFA Awards Grants to Boost Fresh Produce Purchases
DepositPhotos image The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) Office of Farm to Fork has awarded $750,000 in grants to seven projects to boost the purchase of fresh fruits,…
Bacon Sales Rise Over the Past Year
…at least once in 2024,” said Melissa Myres, director of insights at 84.51°. While consumers in other food categories are buying in bulk to save money, smaller bacon pack sizes…
Senators Urge Trump to Reconsider Tariffs
…food on the table. Senators Urge Trump to Reconsider Tariffs Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc. Sabrina Halvorson is an award-winning journalist, broadcaster, and public speaker who specializes…
American Agriculture History Minute: Michigan Becomes a Top Agricultural Producing State in Many Commodities
…in Many Commodities Michigan farmers produce over 300 different types of food and agriculture products. Some you might be familiar with, others you may not. Michigan ranks first in the…
Hass Avocado Board Opens 2025 Nominations
…tools. Board members work collaboratively with stakeholders across the supply chain to address industry challenges and guide strategic investments that strengthen the global avocado industry. “Board members play a vital…
Deadline Extended for 2024 Census of Horticultural Specialties
…food crops. Growers are encouraged to complete the survey as soon as possible—either online at agcounts.usda.gov or by mail. The online questionnaire is designed to be user-friendly, accessible on most…
Supply of Organic Mandarins from California Robust
DepositPhotos image The supply of organic mandarins from California is robust, with Tango mandarins being particularly large and of good quality. Demand is steady, and prices are lower than usual…
FPAA Preparing for the 2025 Spring Policy Summit
…for the 2025 spring policy summit in Tubac, Arizona, focusing on trade, economic, and regulatory issues, as well as social responsibility and supply chains. Additionally, a Penn State team has…
Agricultural Sector Responds to Tariff Implementation
…percent of America’s potash supply comes from Canada,” he noted. “It’s an irreplaceable component of modern agricultural production.” Kenneth Hartman, Jr., President of the National Corn Growers Association, pointed to…
Montana Farmers Union President Warns New Tariffs Will Hurt Agriculture
…shipped back to large corporate-owned grocery stores. This is not a resilient food supply, and our food security is at risk. “We can start addressing these problems by focusing on…
Pork Producers Urge Lawmakers to Change California Prop 12 Mandates
…production nationwide.” Stevermer also expressed appreciation for House Agriculture Committee Chair G.T. Thompson’s efforts to address Prop 12 in the Farm, Food, and National Security Act. She highlighted the importance…
Almond Update: New Study Highlights Almonds’ Benefits for Cardiometabolic Health
…almond consumption worldwide. As consumer interest in health and nutrition continues to grow, studies like this may influence dietary habits and further position almonds as a beneficial food choice for…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-06-25
…who talks about the state’s fragile food supply chain, issues with tariffs, and pending challenges in agriculture. The discussion continues with comments at the hearing from Mike West, Chairman of…