West Coast Port Slowdown and Ag Export Concerns

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Federal mediation between some west coast port employers and workers may help resolve a long-standing labor dispute that is impacting exports. West Coast Port Slowdown and Ag Export Concerns…

Port Slowdowns are Affecting Farm Shipments

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…negotiations since May and have agreed to federal mediation to help resolve the dispute. Not all of the state’s agricultural exports have been affected by the port disruptions. Dairy exports

Secretary Ross Signs Landmark Agreement with Mexican Ministry of Agriculture to Enhance Trade

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…$18 billion in food and agricultural exports. Mexico is California’s fifth largest export destination valued at $888 million. Over the last ten years, agricultural exports to Mexico have increased three-fold….

Huge Apple Crop Complications

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The California apple industry is facing more problems than just drought conditions. California Apple Commission Executive Director Alex Ott says global issues continue to limit U.S. exports. Huge Apple Crop…