USDA and the Food and Drug Administration are accepting public comment through February 1st on how consumers perceive food date labels, and how they may impact food loss and waste….
President Trump Overturns Electric Vehicle Mandate
…Biden EPA over its tailpipe emission standards, which they argued were unfair to biofuels and forced consumers to buy only EVs. As for ending the Green New Deal, Trump’s pledge…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-21-25
…organization also promotes lesser-known grape varietals and innovations like single-serve beverages to attract new consumers. We also have an excerpt from the latest Voices of the Valley podcast. Listen to…
Blueberry Supply and Demand Fluctuations
AgNet Media image Despite fluctuations in supply and demand, consumers are willing to pay a premium for blueberries, even during high-cost periods. This was evident at the end of 2023,…
USDA Works to Strengthen Food Supply Chain
…system is resilient and fair for both producers and consumers. USDA Works to Strengthen Food Supply Chain Jenny Lester Moffitt Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs “Those disruptions, they just…
China Approves More GM Crops to Boost Food Security
…cultivating non-GM varieties for food consumption. Many Chinese consumers remain concerned about the safety of GM food crops. A ministry document says the safety certificates for the newly approved varieties…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-08-25
…national security, the impact of these programs on local communities, and the benefits to consumers, such as better access to fresh and healthy food. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour…
Walnuts Declared “Healthy” Under New FDA Definition
…designed to align food labeling with the latest nutrition research and the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. It also aims to help consumers make more informed decisions when building healthy eating…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-17-24
…trees over artificial ones. He encourages consumers to appreciate and support local Christmas tree growers and to recycle their trees responsibly. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson…
Diving into Food Data Central
DepositPhotos image USDA’s comprehensive website for food data recently received an update, including information available to groups from researchers to consumers. Rod Bain reports. Diving into Food Data Central USDA’s…
Tariffs and Trade: Examining Potential Impacts on Agriculture
…these increases, lower-income families could struggle to afford nutritious food. “Consumers who already have a hard time paying for healthy fruits and vegetables could find these items even less affordable,”…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-05-24
…consumers and regulators, and the efforts made by groups like the California Almond Board to support these initiatives. Karen Ross also talks about the role of farmers in maintaining soil…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 12-04-24
…inflation in the food system, and pressures on farm inputs. Fumasi also examines the resilience of U.S. consumers, potential inflationary policies, and how farmers can prepare for uncertain times. Positive…
Bird Flu Found in California Raw Milk
A California raw milk farm has issued a recall after state health officials detected bird flu in retail samples. The California Department of Public Health has instructed consumers to avoid…