Large international transportation vessel in the port, loading grain for export. DepositPhotos image The first export sales report of 2025 came in below many traders’ expectations, according to Allendale commodity…
Producer Weighs in on USDA H5N1 Monitoring Program
…a vaccine becomes available soon, this could even turn into a short-term pilot program.” Sjostrom also stressed the importance of maintaining export markets, which are critical to U.S. dairy farmers’…
East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Appears More Likely
…of the U.S. Meat Export Federation cautions that ports and terminal operators may halt acceptance of refrigerated cargo several days before the potential strike. Consequently, he recommends that shippers begin…
Cattle Industry Leader Highlighted Priorities for 2025
…and we’re going to be working on the checkoff and those markets. Transportation and hours of service and safety. A lot of the overreach and regulation.” One major concern is…
Potential Port Work Stoppage Threatens U.S. Agricultural Exports
…stoppage. However, negotiations have seen little progress since mid-November. According to Dan Halstrom, President and CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation, this uncertainty is already affecting red meat exports….
Red Meat Exports Beat Expectations for 2024
DepositPhotos image Red meat exports are showing stronger results than anticipated going into 2024, according to Dan Halstrom, CEO of the U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF). Halstrom says his organization…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-26-24
…Market Development, discusses the board’s global marketing efforts presented at the recent Almond Conference. Fleshman highlights key markets, such as India and the U.S., and describes collaborations with celebrities like…
Almond Update: Global Marketing Efforts Highlighted at Almond Conference
…strategies align with market-specific consumer trends,” she said. As the almond industry faces increasing competition, these diverse and data-backed marketing efforts aim to strengthen California almonds’ position in global markets,…
U.S. Wins USMCA Biotechnology Dispute with Mexico, Securing Market Access for GE Corn
…who export billions of dollars of GE corn to Mexico annually. It also reinforces the importance of adhering to international trade agreements, particularly in a global economy reliant on collaboration…
California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports
…to expand distribution and increase sales of California walnuts in international markets. California Walnut Commission Receives $7 Million to Boost Global Exports The CWC, which represents more than 4,600 growers—mostly…
American Seed Trade Association Receives $1 Million to Expand Global Markets
…The RAPP grants are designed to help American agricultural groups break into or strengthen their presence in export markets, especially in regions with growing purchasing power, such as Africa, Latin…
Despite Lag in Bulk Exports, High-Value U.S. Ag Products Surge
Livestock carrier ship in ocean DepositPhotos image It’s true that U.S. exports of bulk ag commodities – like wheat and soybeans – for the first ten months of 2024 are…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…Agricultural Marketing Service Administrator Bruce Summers, these projects will help create new revenue streams for small and mid-sized producers, diversify agricultural markets, and provide economic opportunities for local communities. One…
Almond Update: Conference Session Highlights Post-Harvest IPM
…huller or sheller,” Ludwig said. She emphasizes the importance of pest control during three critical stages: stockpiles arriving from the field, processing facilities, and during export preparation to meet phytosanitary…