…and agricultural priorities, I have faith that each of these Members will work diligently to fight for the interests of our consumers, food and fiber producers, and rural communities.” Of…
2020 Was ‘Banner Year’ for Organic Produce Sales
…up 14.2 percent over 2019, topping $8.5 billion. That’s $1 billion more than was sold in 2019. As consumers were hunkered down during the pandemic, at-home eating became very prevalent…
Highways Prove Critical to American Agriculture in USDA Reports
…consumer’s table. Efficient transportation helps keep food prices low for consumers and enables the U.S. agricultural industry to compete in a global marketplace,” USDA Undersecretary for Marketing and Regulatory Programs…
Blueberry Growers Form Alliance to Address Market Issues
…increase in blueberry exports potentially exposing American consumers to products from countries that do not have the same, stringent food safety protocols. Listen to the radio report below. Blueberry Growers…
Genetically Modified Pigs Approved for Human Consumption by FDA
…a risk-based approach that advances cutting-edge innovations in which consumers can have confidence.” Alpha-gal sugar is eliminated from the surface of the pigs’ cells through the recently approved IGA. The…
Agreement Reaffirms Multi-Agency Commitment to Address Food Waste
…foods and developed videos and materials to educate consumers. With these continued partnerships and important efforts, we’re on track to see a 50% reduction of food waste by 2030.” The…
Almond Update: Trade Relationships Needed While Remaining Desirable to Consumers
At last week’s Almond Conference, Former US Trade Representative Darci Vetter and Former USDA Deputy Secretary of Agriculture Krysta Harden addressed the current agricultural landscape. Harden noted the need to listen to consumers…
Proposition 12 Challenge Receives State and Federal Support
…CEO, Julie Anna Potts said in a press release. “Prop 12 is unconstitutional and not only hurts consumers with higher prices for pork, veal and eggs, it is costly for…
Beef Industry Largely Rebounding from Initial Pandemic Challenges
…seeing at the retail space, of all the meat proteins, beef has done the best and is actually gaining more market share. The number of consumers who say that they’re…
Consumers Encourages to Give ‘The Gift of Eggs’ in New Ad Campaign
This holiday season, consumers are being encouraged to ‘give the gift of eggs.’ Before the Thanksgiving holiday, the American Egg Board launched a new marketing campaign that pokes fun at…
Representative David Scott to Lead U.S. House Agriculture Committee
…and leader, David knows very well the impact the Committee’s work has on the lives of farmers, ranchers, rural residents, and consumers in communities across the country. I’m confident we’re…
U.S. Cotton Production Marginally Higher in Latest Forecast
…outbreaks and restrictions and the return to more normal social habits by consumers. With higher beginning stocks and lower consumption in 2020, world ending stocks are projected to reach 101.4…
Farmers Earning Less for Every Thanksgiving Food Dollar Spent This Year
…States. As a result, those companies are able to manipulate farmers’ and consumers’ prices to their advantage – and, as we’ve seen again and again, they do just that,” NFU…
USDA Encourages Safe Food Handling on Thanksgiving
…the pandemic, food safety always remains a critical consideration. USDA has produced a helpful checklist of healthy protocols to adhere to. “Our data shows that consumers can reduce their likelihood…