…the attorneys general from several states across the nation have stood up for agriculture and consumers against the unconstitutional action. “California’s flawed Prop 65 regulation will cause irreparable harm to…
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service Pays It Forward with Research Achievements
…accomplishments to date—from a food nutrient database that consumers can access with the click of a mouse to a natural tire rubber made from guayule, a small flowering shrub native…
Expanding U.S. Commodity Markets Top Priority for USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service
…for consumers across the country.” A new infographic highlights AMS accomplishments in 2017 in support of American farmers, ranchers and businesses. Other agricultural products inspected or certified by AMS for…
FSA – A Vital Source of Assistance to America’s Farmers and Ranchers
…day for American taxpayers and consumers and ensuring the food we produce meets the strict safety standards we’ve established while always remembering that America’s agricultural bounty comes directly from the…
Still Little to No Pesticides on 2016 CA Produce
…in Fresh Produce report. “Once again this report shows that California consumers can have high confidence in the fresh fruits and vegetables available to them at stores.” said Brian Leahy,…
Tips to Keep Holiday Food Safe at Home or When Traveling
…into the app. Available in English and Spanish, the FoodKeeper has information on safe storage of leftovers and 500+ different food and drink items. Consumers can learn more about key…
National Produce Consumption Still Significantly Low
The Centers for Disease Control (CDC) recently published a report focused on American produce consumption. The study found that only one in 10 adult consumers are eating the recommended amount…
Cargill Launches Fedbytrade Campaign
Cargill is launching a new campaign to provide stories that consumers can understand regarding how trade helps feed the world. The new initiative is called FedbyTrade, highlighting how companies are…
Mend, Don’t End NAFTA
…“we emphasized that a U.S. withdrawal would disrupt critical industry supply chains, close markets, eliminate jobs, and increase prices of goods for American consumers.” From the National Association of Farm…
Coalition Wants Injunction Against CA Glyphosate-Label Requirement
…harm to farmers, consumers, and the nation’s agricultural economy. The groups are asking for a preliminary injunction against California’s Prop 65 regulation, which requires labeling any product that may contain…
Get to Know Your New CFBF President
…with olives and started an olive oil company,” Johansson said. “We sell a lot direct to consumers, farmers markets, and internet orders. It’s a great history that has really grown…
Finding the Perfect Christmas Tree
…and Washington. Last year, more than 27 million Christmas trees were sold, according to the National Christmas Tree Association. The most popular varieties were Noble and Fraser firs, and consumers…
USDA to Allow States Flexibility for SNAP
…Report says USDA will allow states more flexibility in managing SNAP. Brandon Lipps, the acting undersecretary for food, nutrition, and consumers services says the USDA will allow more flexibility in…
Grant Funding Study on Consumers Willingness to Pay for Animal Ag Practices
…slow-growth broiler chickens. The Foundation also says there is a need by food retailers to better understand consumer knowledge, beliefs and willingness-to-pay for those attributes. Gaining knowledge of consumers’ preferences…