…customers and more opportunity for employees as each business will be a leader in attractive segments where global challenges are driving demand for these businesses’ distinctive offerings.” HIGHLY SYNERGISTIC TRANSACTION…
U.S. Cotton Sector Facing Difficult Economic Conditions
…said. “Cotton demand, 10 percent below the peak observed in 2006, is struggling due to increased competition from synthetic fibers, and government support for international cotton production is increasing. To…
NCBA on WTO COOL Tariffs
…in the closure of several U.S. feedlots and packing facilities and it has had no effect on the price or demand for U.S. beef,” said Ellis. “The House voted in…
Annie’s Project
…managing and organizing critical information. Annie’s Project, Education for Farm Women is excited to announce the launch of their new website. Advances in technology and a growing demand for the…
Heifer Gift
Get into the holiday spirit and make gift-giving easy, festive and fun, but also with a focus on helping families improve their lives with livestock and training. Cathy Isom tells…
Rose for the Holiday
…A new take on an old bloom. After taking a turn inside, these specimens can be planted outside for ongoing enjoyment. Holiday Rose Grown with expert care on their small,…
The Western View: Pecan Federal Marketing Order
…change in crop or demand from the 1960’s until recently. But now demand has been increasing, and growers see a chance to create a stable supply that grows with demand….
Climate Change Report – USDA
…world, as well as by changing export demand, and transportation, processing, storage, infrastructure that enable global trade. Climate risks to food security increase as the magnitude and rate of climate…
Temperatures Positive for Citrus
Weekend Cold Temperatures Appear Positive for Central Valley Citrus Crop Temperatures dipped under 30 degrees over this holiday weekend throughout the Central Valley. For orange growers, the colder temperatures were…
EPA Improves Final RVOs
…remains concerned that the final rule continues to rely on the “distribution waiver” that redefines supply as demand and was rejected by Congress when the RFS was enacted into law….
A Holiday Food Safety Tip – Avoid Eating Raw Cookie Dough
Cookie dough, whether homemade or store bought, could have harmful bacteria that could make your holiday not so festive if you eat it raw. A Holiday Food Safety Tip –…
Reducing Food Waste
Cathy Isom tells us how we can give thanks this holiday season by reducing the amount of food we waste. Food waste According to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, One third…
Porksgiving
Cathy Isom tells us how people are giving back to others who give this holiday season, in the name of pork. Giving pork recipes Yes Thanksgiving. A time spent with…
Food Brings Us Together All Year – But Thanksgiving is Special
…This annual gathering is a great recipe for memories and stories, and for laughter. We “catch up.” We reconnect. We welcome new members into the family fold. As holidays go,…