…I’ve seen a lot of friction in this space. We haven’t rewarded the earlier adopters in the markets for doing really great things and providing some of these benefits to…
Vilsack Gives Details on Food Supply Chain Plans
…footprint of food production. I believe a transformed food system would deliver a better deal for farmers, ranchers, growers, and consumers through more, new, and better markets while also stimulating…
Canadian Dairy TRQ Provisions Remain in Violation of USMCA Terms
…and prevent U.S. workers, producers, farmers, and exporters from getting the full benefit of the market access that Canada committed to under the USMCA.” Canada has also failed to allocate…
Commodity Container Assistance Program Taking Applications
Applications are being accepted for the Commodity Container Assistance Program (CCAP) aimed at addressing ongoing logistical challenges. Market disruptions continue to be an issue for agricultural exporters. Availability of shipping…
Questions About Carbon Markets Remain
…Prop 26 with Article 6. The prospects look very bright with compliance markets, voluntary markets, and a lot happening. The other world is a lot of concerns about quality of…
Ag Groups Support Launch of Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
…and ranchers, including improving relationships and reaching new agreements with this region’s countries. The IPEF will help reduce barriers, improve the adoption of science-based standards and grow American agricultural exports…
Organic Assistance Programs Accepting Applications
…to certification – USDA has helped producers participate in new markets while investing in the long-term health of their operations,” Ducheneaux explained. “We launched the Organic and Transitional Education and…
Beef Export Values Continue Climbing with Strong Global Demand
…momentum is fueled by mainstay markets such as South Korea, Japan and Taiwan, demand is also very strong in China/Hong Kong and key Latin American markets, while exports to the…
Industry Supports Alexis Taylor as Next USDA Undersecretary for Trade
…of industry groups. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom described Taylor as “an outstanding nominee.” Both the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council…
Bidens Plan to Boost Crop Production and Address Cost Increases
…“The Biden Administration’s promise to double down on USDA efforts to diversify domestic fertilizer markets is promising and we look forward to providing input on how to do this most…
Pistachio Shipments Up Over Last Year, Despite Overall Supply Chain Issues
…through March shows positive movement for pistachios. Pistachio shipments have increased in every major export market aside from Europe. But Matoian noted that numbers are improving for the European market,…
Week in Review: Transportation Challenges Deflating Almond Prices and Farm Bill Work Underway
Difficulties in getting almonds to export markets will become even more problematic without workable solutions before the 2022 crop is ready to go. The Senate Ag Committee hosted a farm…
Local Food Marketing Practices
…markets earned $2.9 billion in revenue. Direct-to-retail sales earned $1.9 billion for more than 24,000 farms nationwide. California led the states in total direct food sales at $1.4 billion, followed…
Witness Intimidation at House Ag Hearing on Cattle Markets
The House Ag Committee held a hearing last week titled: “An Examination of Price Discrepancies, Transparency, and Alleged Unfair Practices in Cattle Markets.” Four cow/calf operators were scheduled to testify…