…a responsibility to the animals, consumers, the environment and the larger beef industry. The manual includes the most current set of key practices, guidelines and suggestions for providing thoughtful and…
FDA Must Step in To End Fake-Butter Proliferation
…the integrity of food standards, Balmer said, and misleads consumers who may believe they’re buying an equivalent to butter when, in fact, no such quality standard is being met. “Just…
Legislation to Bring Cell-Cultured Meat Products Under USDA Jurisdiction
…a news release. “American consumers deserve to know the food they eat is unadulterated, wholesome, and properly labeled, and the federal agencies responsible for these guarantees deserve clear direction from…
‘Get Snacking Challenge’ to Promote CA Strawberries
The grand prize winner of the commission’s Instagram challenge to receive $1,000 The California Strawberry Commission is asking consumers to take its Get Snacking Challenge to inspire them to create,…
2017 Census of Agriculture Data Now Available
…the 57,299 in 2012. In 2017, 130,056 farms sold directly to consumers, with sales of $2.8 billion. Sales to retail outlets, institutions and food hubs by 28,958 operations are valued…
E&J Gallo Acquires Several Constellation Wine Brands for $1.7 Billion
…our premium and luxury businesses, we see a tremendous opportunity with this acquisition to bring new consumers into the wine category,” Chief Executive Officer for Gallo, Joseph E. Gallo said…
American Lamb Checkoff Program Proves Value in Recent Report
…industry reports along with other reputable sources. Researchers found that ALB has demonstrated significant success with the promotion of lamb to consumers. The promotion program that is a part of…
Industry Members Urge Congress to Support Dairy Pride Act
…consumers don’t understand that not all milks are created equal, that a lot of things that are made from plants that are purporting to be like milk are not like…
Some California Avocados Recalled Voluntarily
…in a statement, “We would like to reiterate that Everyone at Henry Avocado understands that our priority must always be to provide safe and healthy avocados for consumers. This voluntary recall…
Pesticide Registration Improvement Act Signed into Law
…was originally enacted. Signed on March 8, 2 the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) plans to implement the law as soon as possible. “The law will ensure farmers, consumers, and…
Almond Matters: Agricultural Education Provides Increased Ag Appreciation
…with only two percent participating directly in agriculture, it’s more critical than ever that we teach our urban neighbors and in general all of our consumers about the importance of…
Lawmakers Demand Inclusion of Ag in EU Trade Deal
…last year. This is not because European consumers do not want American products. It is because EU tariffs and non-science-based regulations deny consumers a choice,” the letter noted. About the…
USDA Continues to Prevent African Swine Fever from Entering the U.S.
…to prevent the spread of ASF. USDA tracks animal disease outbreaks around the world and remains on high alert to protect our farmers, our consumers and our natural resources from…
Farm Bureau Seeks Action for Olive Growers
…of those jobs and workers leaving the sector entirely; consumers being sold products from foreign countries with less strenuous food safety regulations; farm land acreage being lost, which may cause…