…to enforce labeling requirements for dairy products, meaning the plant-based industry may face a wave of label and product name changes. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Fish and Chicken Top Sources of Foodborne Viruses
…outbreaks, overall. The CDC says the report highlights the continued need for food safety improvements targeting worker health and hygiene in food service settings. From the National Association of Farm…
Agri View: Farm Share Continues to Decline
…anyone who hears this, that those who campaign about those rich American farmers, don’t read all of the facts about how farmers survive. You see, without subsidies, most of them…
Celebrating National Avocado Day
…National Avocado Day On this last day of July, the Avocado gets its day. This creamy super fruit isn’t just famous for guacamole on Super Bowl Sunday. Avocados have become…
Trade Aid for Farmers Could Start Late September
…on Chinese goods. However, Perdue cautioned: “Obviously this is not going to make farmers whole.” Checks will go out to farmers “as soon as they prove their yields,” according to…
U.S. Chamber: Trade Aid for All Could Cost $39 Billion
…for some of the industries feeling the pain of the trade war. Farmers and ranchers in unison have told the Trump administration they want trade, not aid. From the National…
NAFTA Renegotiation Showing Signs of Progress
The U.S. and Mexico are nearing an agreement on the trade of automobiles as part of the North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) renegotiation effort. Politico reports the U.S. and…
Letter Urges Trump to Rejoin TPP
…the group alleges that the agreement will put American businesses at a distinct competitive disadvantage and will increase trade losses to other countries. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting…
NCGA Seeking Good Steward Nominations
The National Corn Growers Association “Good Steward” nomination deadline is fast approaching, Monday, August 6th. NCGA is asking for nominations of someone who is “doing a stellar job on their…
In Argentina, Perdue Welcomes U.S. Pork Back to Market
…a top exporter,” Secretary Perdue said. “This new market is a big victory for American farmers and ranchers. I am confident that once the people of Argentina get a taste…
EU Insists Agriculture Not a Part of Trade Truce with Trump
…that there was no farming concession made to Trump because of opposition in Europe to more genetically modified imports from America. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Trump to Approve Year-Round E15 Soon
…it mildly.” Pro-ethanol group Growth Energy says, “We are pleased to hear President Trump say he’s ‘very close’ to making E15 available year-round, fulfilling his promise to America’s farmers.” Growth…
Bankers: Farmers Want Trade Not Handouts
…program. Hoskins says many farmers are wide open to market volatility at this point and those payments will come in handy. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Lighthizer Testimony: NAFTA Deal Possible in August
During congressional testimony on Thursday, U.S. Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer told lawmakers that it’s entirely possible that the three North American Free Trade Agreement (NAFTA) members will reach a deal…