…having. Most consumers in this country have little knowledge of TPP, and, what dropping the United States out of that trade group will do to agriculture. Trans-Pacific Partnership, or TPP,…
USDA Backs Off on Organic Checkoff Program
…need promotion for organic as consumers continue to demand food transparency.” There were over 1,400 growers and other members of the organic supply chain who issued their support for the…
Farmers Focus on Consumer’s Wants, Nutritional Value Food Labels
…the future of agriculture, how consumers view products found at the grocery store and how to build the relationship between the grower and the consumer. The summit started off with…
Perdue Announces FSIS Key Leadership
…science-based and innovative solutions to better protect consumers from foodborne illnesses. Through her leadership, she has ensured that FSIS programs are customer-focused and delivered efficiently, effectively and with integrity. Rottenberg…
Secretary Perdue Commits to Prioritizing Food Waste Solutions
…While food loss and waste eats up nearly 40% of the food supply in the U.S., millions of Americans need access to safe, wholesome, affordable food. Consumers are responsible for…
Farm Bureau Hails Publishing of Food Disclosure Standard
…today by the Agriculture Department’s Agricultural Marketing Service, will give consumers a valuable resource for making informed decisions about food. Just as important, USDA is doing this the right way,…
USDA Seeks Comments on Proposed Rule for National Bioengineered Food Disclosure Standard
…uniform way to offer meaningful disclosure for consumers who want more information about their food and avoid a patchwork system of state or private labels that could be confusing for…
Pressure Mounting for Accurate Labeling of Imitation Dairy Products
…an issue of fairness, I wouldn’t dispute that, but it’s also a question of public health from our standpoint and if consumers are being confused or mislead about the nutritional…
Congress to Study Ways to Reduce Food Waste
A group of lawmakers will seek opportunities to reduce food waste by U.S. consumers. The bipartisan House food Waste Caucus will look for ways to promote food waste reduction across…
Trump Tariffs Impacting Manufactures, Ag and Beer Makers
Ongoing trade disputes, along with President Trump’s tariff efforts are hurting U.S. consumers of steel and aluminum. Market fluctuations in prices are impacting the makers and builders of grain bins,…
Agri View: Roadside Markets and Eating Healthier
Everett Griner talks about the demand of fruits and vegetables from roadside markets in today’s Agri View. Everett discusses why this demand has grown, and why consumers are buying from…
Syngenta Says European Decision Takes Ag In The Wrong Direction
…wasn’t the right decision for the future of agriculture or the environment in Europe. Syngenta says agriculture needs all the options it has to help farmers ensure that consumers have…
American Veterinary Association Pleased With House Farm Bill
…to help lawmakers pass a farm bill that achieves the goals of protecting animal agriculture and ensuring consumers have access to safe and nutritious protein. From the National Association of…
Former Senators Ask Congress to Investigate EPA/RFS Waivers
…regulatory handouts at the expense of farmers, biofuel workers, and American consumers,” says Dorgan and Talent. “Granting secretive ‘hardship’ waivers to some of the nation’s most profitable petroleum giants undermines…