…possible stockouts have pushed pork cutout prices up much faster than hog prices. The gross margin for packers reached $63 per head, up from $37 this time last year. Profitability…
Change in Policy on Fumigant Puts Farmers in Bind
…and they say the latest limits on the product erode their ability to produce their crops. “Food costs are going to go up,” said David P. Souza, a sweet potato…
Lucas: Borlaug’s Legacy
…we have come in agricultural production and how important it is that we continue agricultural research and innovation for the security of our food supply,” said Chairman Frank Lucas. Dr….
Medfly Infestation Triggers Quarantine in Central Los Angeles Area
…Department of Agriculture (USDA), the Los Angeles County Agricultural Commissioner, and the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) are working collaboratively on this project. The 88-square mile quarantine is…
Drought Could Affect Food Prices This Year and Next
…economists say shoppers will likely begin to see higher prices on some food items later this year. And they warned additional impact would come next year, if the state does…
Americans Eating More Foreign Produce Than Ever Before
…Obispo County Farm Bureau Carlos Castaneda says the need for ag labor is a major factor in why U.S. farmers are not able to produce enough food for the nation….
USDA Announces Funds to Improve SNAP Employment and Training Programs
…and voluntary E&T programs. The Food and Nutrition Service will release more information about these projects in the near future. “SNAP helps eligible low-income families put food on the table….
USDA Announces Growth of U.S. Organic Industry
…conservation, provide access to loans and grants, fund organic research and education, and mitigate pest emergencies. Funds are currently available for research projects under the National Institute of Food and…
Helados La Tapatia, Inc. Recalls Products
…recall was the result of a routine inspection program by the U.S. FDA which revealed the presence of the bacteria on certain food processing equipment. A separate UPC Inventory of…
Cry for Water Continues
The signs are familiar reading “Food Grows Where Water Flows.” and “No Water-No Jobs.” The message the same. The cry for water that started months ago in Sacramento continues around…
Debate Over GMO’s Continues
Dr. Cathleen Enright As debate over GMO’s continue, scientists and Executive Vice President for Food and Agriculture at Biotechnology Industry Organization, Dr. Cathleen Enright says they are vital to the…
A Collaboration to Bring U.S. Goods to Chinese Marketplace
Keith Schneller Success in selling U.S. food products in China e-commerce style is the benefits of an effort by USDA and an e-commerce business. Rod Bain reports with Keith Schneller…
USDA Announces Support for Smarter Lunchrooms
…the National School Lunch and School Breakfast programs, the Child and Adult Care Food Program, the Summer Food Service Program, and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program, and the Special Supplemental Nutrition…
U.S. Beef and Pork Exports Performed Well in January
Erin Daley Borror Despite rising prices and supplies, U.S. beef and pork exports performed well in January. U.S. Meat Export Federation Economist Erin Daley Borror discusses the prices. U.S. Beef…