…local markets. But in times of rapid economic growth, a farmer could still improve the land for far more than he paid for it, and then move further west and…
USDA Awards $33.5 Million to Boost Local Food Systems Across 43 States
…Food Promotion Program (LFPP), and the Regional Food System Partnerships (RFSP). This year, FMPP will allocate $14.2 million to 60 projects promoting direct-to-consumer markets like farmers markets and agritourism. In…
American Agriculture History Minute: Early Export Trade
…goods by supplying the West Indies with corn and flour. In New York, a fur-pelt export trade to Europe flourished and added additional wealth to that region. After 1720, mid-Atlantic…
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
…networks, financial pressures on distributors can reduce access to markets for smaller U.S. wine producers. “During the last round of tariffs in 2019, we saw 25% duties put on most…
Global Demand for Tree Nuts Shifts as Top Markets Drive Trade
DepositPhotos image Tree nut shipments, including almonds, walnuts, and pistachios, have grown steadily over the last decade, with trade concentrated among a few key markets. In 2023/24, the European Union…
Study Warns U.S.-China Trade War Could Harm Farmers and Boost Rivals
…U.S. corn exports would also fall by 84.3%, making it hard for farmers to find alternative markets. Meanwhile, Brazil and Argentina would likely fill the gap, gaining market share that…
USDA to Host First-Ever Trade Mission to Thailand in 2025
…“Consumers in these markets are ready to stock their pantries with the world-class, high-quality food and farm products offered by the U.S. exporters that join us in February.” During the…
USDA to Purchase $25 Million in Citrus for Food Banks
…routinely buys domestic agricultural products to support programs like The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP). These efforts play a key role in stabilizing markets and ensuring food reaches those who…
Chef Competition in Vietnam Highlights Taste and Quality of U.S. Pork
…live streamed event is a collaboration between the U.S. Meat Export Federation, the National Pork Board, the Indiana Soybean Alliance, and the Indiana Corn Marketing Board. Indiana soybean grower Chris…
USDA Releases Interim Report on Meat Industry Practices
…promote fair competition across industries. The USDA’s Agricultural Marketing Service (AMS) has spent several years studying meat markets, identifying areas of concern, and reviewing practices regulated by the Packers and…
Export Exchange 2024 Focus on Trade and U.S. Agriculture Growth
Large international transportation vessel in the port, loading grain for export. DepositPhotos image Export Exchange 2024 was held in Fort Worth, Texas, and brought together nearly 500 attendees, including international…
USDA Awards $25 Million to Support Specialty Crop Exports
…Foundation for Fresh Produce to establish Sustainable Packaging Innovation Labs. These labs will address changing packaging and labeling requirements in export markets. Other projects will focus on aligning pesticide regulations,…
USDA Unveils New Actions to Boost Fair Markets and Lower Food Prices
…competitive markets for American farmers and ranchers, and lower food prices for American families. USDA published an interim report that assesses competitive conditions in the meat retail industry. The report…
Vilsack on Animal Disease Traceability Rule
DepositPhotos image The Agriculture Secretary recently talked about a soon-to-be enacted enhanced animal disease traceability rule including aspects of privacy and keeping export markets open. Rod Bain has more. Sponsored…