U.S. agriculture is benefiting from trade with Cuba, according to new figures released by the U.S.-Cuba Trade and Economic Council. Exports of food and agricultural products from the U.S. to…
Farmers Union Releases Priorities for Farm Bill
…and ranchers, NFU called for implementation of programs within the farm bill that improve beginning, veteran, and socially disadvantaged farmers’ and ranchers’ access to land, capital, efficiency and markets. Finally,…
U.S. Cotton Industry Contributions to Cotton USA Play Critical Role in Developing Export Markets
…sourcing. The fact that 80 percent of U.S. cotton is exported highlights the critical need for a healthy export market.” U.S. cotton industry contributions help CCI to build export markets…
Secretary Perdue Outlines USDA Services in the Event of a Government Shutdown
…products exported from the United States are safe; Conduct emergency operations in connection with the voluntary recall of meat or poultry products determined to be adulterated or misbranded; Conduct epidemiological…
USDA Announces Plenary Speakers for the 2018 Agricultural Outlook Forum
…are International Markets, Trade, and Agricultural Policies Here and Abroad for Brazil, Sub-Saharan Africa, and China; Rural Broadband; The Economic Impact of Opioids on Rural America; Responding to Hurricane Disasters;…
Farmers Market Legal Toolkit Launched
Farmers markets now have an online tool that provides the markets with accessible resources to understand legal issues and legal risk. The Center for Agriculture and Food Systems at Vermont…
NPPC: Mexico Pork Exports Rule Maintains Good Trade Relationship
The National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) says allowing Mexico to export pork to the U.S. is a sign of good trade relations. The Department of Agriculture last week finalized a…
Possible Breakthrough in a Major NAFTA Obstacle
…joined Mexico in indicating there may be room for negotiation in the auto sector. The development comes just one day after markets dipped on Canada’s fear that the odds are…
November 2017 Pork Exports Set Value Record
Pork exports in November of last year set the highest-ever monthly value record, while beef export value took another step toward a likely full-year value record. November pork exports totaled…
Canada Launches WTO Trade Disputes Against U.S.
…the treatment of export controls to the use of retroactive duties and split decisions by the six-member U.S. International Trade Commission. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting News Service….
U.S. Crop Prices Forecast to Remain Stable
…seeing anything that will significantly move the markets up or down in the short-term,” Coble says, “We’re going to see more sideways movement in the markets.” He calls cotton one…
Farm Bureau Re-elects President Zippy Duvall
…sunset provisions in trade agreements, to give certainty to businesses into the future Modification of NAFTA to improve market access to difficult Canadian dairy markets, in addition to improved food-safety…
Celebrating the Delicious Apricot
…found in markets year round. With its unique flavor, the apricot is a versatile ingredient lending itself to both sweet and savory dishes. Packed with nutrients and an excellent source…
U.S. Pork Farmers Get Outstanding Return on Checkoff Investment
…yielded $83.30 in producer value. Each dollar invested in developing foreign markets returned $24.70 in producers benefits. Other pork promotions resulted in benefits of $14.20 for advertising and $12.40 for…