…concern about the use of antibiotics in animal agriculture,” says Ted Schroeder, a Kansas State Livestock Economist. “Our study assessed the economic impacts on the beef cattle industry and consumers…
Groups Comment on Farmer Aid Package
…this country who provide feed, food and fuel to consumers across our nation. “We hope as the administration explores trade mitigation options, they will also recognize the benefit of providing…
Survey Shows US Chicken Consumption Remains Strong
More than nine in ten consumers purchase chicken regularly U.S. chicken consumption remains high, and consumers are hungry for more information about the chicken they purchase, according to a new…
Almonds Don’t Lactate: FDA to Enforce Standards for Milk Labeling
…the concern that non-dairy products such as almond milk, and soy milk are misleading to consumers. In a keynote address at Politico’s Pro Summit in Washington Gottlieb spoke on the…
Turkey Industry Reviewing Salmonella Controls Amid Outbreak
…about the investigation can be found on the CDC’s website at https://www.cdc.gov/salmonella/outbreaks.html. Consumers looking for safe food handling information can visit www.eatturkey.com, Fight Bac! or USDA’s Meat & Poultry Hotline….
PETA Says Vegan Diet Can Boost Soybean Prices
…vegan and support the growers through a trade dispute with China. However, the Iowa Soybean Growers Association is quick to point out that it isn’t asking consumers to give up…
California Water Board Central Valley Plan Bad for Farmers/Consumers
…Valley Project. California Water Board Central Valley Plan Bad for Farmers/Consumers Once again, the board wants to further increase the water that flows directly to the ocean. Phase 1 of…
EPA 2019 RFS Proposal Missing Opportunity to Set Things Right
…pump for consumers and creating economic opportunities for farmers across the country,” she added. In her testimony, Slater urged to EPA to: • Adjust the 2019 RVO percentages to effectively…
Agri View: The Versatile Potato
…different potatoes. The sweet potato is grown in Mississippi. They have a strong preference among consumers. I don’t know why. They just do. My only questions would be…why are potatoes…
Valley Ventures Accelerator Fueling Innovation; Accepting Fall Applications
…industry experts, successful entrepreneurs and target consumers. Guest speakers will also offer advice about the evolution of their successful companies at similar stages of customer and venture capital development. “We…
Organic Group Sues Ben & Jerry’s Over Advertising Claims
…The Organic Consumers Association is a self-described grassroots nonprofit consumer advocacy organization representing a network of more than one million consumers. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
Enforcement of Labeling Regulations Critical
…tactic has led to the rampant abuse of legally defined dairy terms, while FDA has looked the other way. Most importantly, it has misled consumers over the nutritional composition of…
National Chicken Council Animal Welfare Guidelines Certified
…Regulatory Affairs. She says consumers want to be sure that all animals being raised for food are treated with respect and are properly cared for during their lives. “The families…
Cooperative Wants Price Floors on Dairy Products
…the industry will probably bring the price back up itself.” He also believes government action would also cause private consumers to raise their offers. Milk prices are continuing to feel…