…sense, it does reduce the productivity in other fruits and vegetables, and if you look at general supply and demand trends, it will likely lead to an increase in prices.”…
Agri View: Growing for Future Population
…reason we’ll need more food. The spread of prosperity across the world, especially in China and India, is driving an increased demand for meat, eggs, and dairy, boosting pressure to…
“Farmcation” to Connect Farmers with Urbanites
Startup connects local farmers with city dwellers From: University of California By Anne Brice, UC Berkeley Credit: Kim Heath Although demand for local food in the Bay Area is on…
Grilling Safely
…for your holiday meal. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Grilling Safely From: Food Safety.gov USDA Urges Consumers to Keep Clear of the Danger Zone This Summer By:…
CFBF Seeks Movement on Drought Bills
…crops. “The agreement would eliminate or reduce tariffs on nut crops in several countries, such as Japan, Vietnam and Malaysia, increasing demand for our products overall,” Bays said. Other key…
Agri View: Favorite Seafood
…customs law banning imports of items produced by forced or child labor had gone largely unenforced because Sen. Sherrod Brown (D-Ohio) of two words: “consumptive demand” — if there was…
EPA, Army Corps of Engineers Violate Law, Farm Bureau Tells Congress
…when the Corps chooses to demand them. And when they demand permits, delays and costs will mount until most farmers simply give up. Congress needs to step in and give…
Adama Reports Strong Volume Growth, Increased Profits
…which led to overall weak demand for crop protection products. The strong volume growth was offset by the significant depreciation of local currencies against the dollar, causing US dollar-denominated sales…
Milk-for-Cheese Pricing Formula Adjustment
…in this state and they are operating within a much more competitive environment due to weakened global demand. Milk prices and marketing conditions are not expected to recover until the…
National Pick Strawberries Day
…won’t want to miss celebrating this sweet and tasty holiday. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. National Pick Strawberries Day From: Cute Calendar Pick Strawberries Day P ick…
House Ag Committee Highlights Veteran Farmer Contributions
…dedicate themselves to securing our domestic food security as farmers and ranchers deserve our praise, particularly as we approach the Memorial Day holiday. I am hopeful that the programs and…
USDA Increases Sugar Quantity, Access
…strong 2016 crop, but they continue to face uncertainty. Based on the projections in the May 10, 2016 World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) report, USDA took this action…
Farming from the Heart- Hong Kong Holiday
…is in this interview, which was done in Hong Kong last month. Hong Kong Indonesian Holiday We sat down with her and asked her a few questions about what looked…
Toolkits for Starting Farmer’s Markets
…how increasing consumer demand for locally-produced food is creating market opportunities for farmers, ranchers, and businesses throughout the supply chain. The toolkit will help local food stakeholders tell the story…