Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers climate-smart agriculture in California, MJDOA reaching consumers via Facebook and TV with a…
Avocado Imports from Mexico Resume
…Association. “IFPA looks forward to continuing to work with businesses on both sides of the border and their respective governments to continue to monitor and address these issues, so consumers…
VofV: Lemons and Oranges and Limes, Oh My!
…out more at WGA.com. How do you bridge the gap between government, consumers and farmers? Casey Creamer, a cotton expert who has now jumped to advocate on behalf of citrus…
Organic Produce Sales Over $9 Billion For First Time in 2021
…to show solid growth as part of the longer-term trend of consumers moving to organic produce and, in turn, growing organic’s share of market.” Packaged salads remained the leader in…
Meat Prices Inquiry by House Oversight Subcommittee
…conglomerates may have engaged in predatory business practices, at the expense of consumers, during the pandemic.” In the last year, and amid the COVID-19 pandemic, beef prices have risen nearly…
Blong Xiong to Lead USDA’s Farm Service Agency in California
…for consumers. Farm Service Agency serves farmers, ranchers, foresters, and agricultural partners through the effective, efficient, and equitable delivery of federal agricultural programs. The Agency offers producers a strong safety…
Federal Agencies Take Tough Stance on Anticompetitive Practices in Ag
…food,” Vilsack said in a press release. “This means that consumers are paying more and farmers, ranchers and producers see less of the profits. The pandemic only further disrupted these…
Biden Investing $1 Billion to Improve Meat Processing Sector
…for consumers.” The funding is part of the Action Plan for a Fairer, More Competitive, and More Resilient Meat and Poultry Supply Chain. In an effort to expand independent processing…
Projects to Support Animal Health Receive More Than $16 Million
…markets, while providing consistent access to safe, healthy, and affordable food for U.S. consumers. The preparedness and response activities we are funding today will help us address the animal disease…
Significant Growth of the Organic Sector and Its Future Potential
…by increasingly strong demand, with sales value and volume continuing to increase over the past two years. As more younger consumers begin to become the decision-makers in households, there is…
Almond Update: ‘A Lot to Celebrate’ for the State of the Almond Industry
…“But once we can get those resolved and back into those markets the consumers want almonds.” Listen to Wahlbrink’s interview below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News…
Regenerative Farming: Nothing New to Producers
…While regenerative farming and sustainability have become more prevalent in the minds of consumers, farmers have traditionally held these concepts as basic principles for production. Duflock points out that producers…
FTC Launches Inquiry into Supply Chain Disruptions
…are causing hardships for consumers and harming competition in the U.S. economy. The orders are being sent to Walmart, Amazon, Kroger, C&S Wholesale Grocers, Associated Wholesale Grocers, McLane Company, Procter…
California Walnut Board Supports Industry Growth During Record Crop Year
…Walnut Board. Retail Campaign Generates Double-Digit Sales Growth Retail programs drove sales and consumption during seasonal time periods when walnuts are not typically a priority for consumers. During American Heart…