…buyers’ missions, trade shows, and in-country meetings go a long way toward promoting U.S. agricultural trade.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content…
U.S. Dairy Groups Call for Reform of Canada’s Administration of TRQ
…dairy farmers have been undermined by Canadian dairy policies,” said Jim Mulhern, President, and CEO of NMPF. “Canada is failing to meet its trade obligations by manipulating import license procedures…
Food Traceability Proposed Rule Raises Concerns from Industry Members
…to accomplish it. Using a Global Trade Item Number and lot numbers could prove to be a more effective method for traceback activities. “It’s one phone call and you bounce…
Week in Review: Port Issues Being Addressed and H-2A Reform Legislation Introduced
…have recently reintroduced legislation to provide cattle producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. Researchers are evaluating alternative methods for addressing tadpole shrimp which can…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 03-10-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Secretary Vilsack’s thoughts on trade with China post-Trump, a…
Legislation Introduced to Improve Cattle Market Transparency
Lawmakers have recently reintroduced legislation to provide producers with more pricing information and ensure appropriate regionally negotiated cash trade. U.S. Senators Deb Fischer and Ron Wyden have introduced the Cattle…
FACA Expands Membership and Narrows Its Focus
…said PMA Chief Science Officer, Max Teplitski . “PMA sees it as our responsibility to ensure just that, in collaboration with environmental groups, trade associations and non-profits, we will help…
Farm City Newsday 1,000 Episodes Celebration Continues with PureCrop1
…us without trade shows, and not having the ability to have one-on-ones.” Stoll has a long history in the agriculture industry. Working in the Central Valley for nearly 40 years,…
Forecasted Drop in Cotton Acreage Attributed to Uncertainty Ahead
…McKean explained that recent trade wars have also raised concern about how the new administration will be addressing trade issues. For California producers in particular, water remains one of the…
State of Organic Produce 2020 Report Released by OPN
…groups such as the Organic Trade Association, Organic Farming Research Foundation, and California Certified Organic Farmers. Association leaders highlight some of the work performed over the year aimed at advancing…
California Avocado Commission Referendum Currently Underway
…such as water and trade, along with supporting production research and grower education. Results are expected to be tallied by CDFA and announced no later than March 31. Listen to…
U.S. Cotton Producers Facing Strong Export Competition in 2021
…Economics and Policy Analysis Dr. Jody Campiche provided some insight on the outlook for U.S. cotton. “When combining the trade changes of other countries, U.S. exports are projected to drop…
Industry Members Discouraged by Blueberry Investigation Verdict
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) issued a verdict on the recent blueberry investigation. USITC found that imports of fresh, chilled, and frozen blueberries were not sufficiently detrimental to U.S….
Ag Lender Perspective on Water Futures and Groundwater Trading
…how a water trade system like that would impact farmers and ranchers. Leader of the RaboResearch Food and Agribusiness team in North America, Roland Fumasi said that that system is…