…will include farmer-to-farmer mentoring. The initiative will also provide direct financial support along with additional crop insurance assistance. Market development projects in select markets will also be supported through the…
Largely Positive Response to USDA’s Food Supply Chain Transformation Plan
…Food Systems Transformation Framework. The plan includes significant investment in food production, food processing, food distribution and aggregation, and markets and consumers. “NSAC believes these increased investments are critical to…
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 06-03-22
…in fuel price, and a study that demonstrates the value of programs supporting export market development. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen…
Study Demonstrates Value of Programs Supporting Export Market Development
…Market Development Program provide substantial value for farmers and the overall economy. “Export programs have added an average of $9.6 billion per year to export value between 1977 and 2019….
Almond Update: ABC Represents Industry in International Markets
Representatives from the Almond Board of California (ABC) recently spent some time in international markets learning about other countries’ production and highlighting the value of California Almonds. Stops were made…
Sustainability in Agriculture
…I’ve seen a lot of friction in this space. We haven’t rewarded the earlier adopters in the markets for doing really great things and providing some of these benefits to…
Vilsack Gives Details on Food Supply Chain Plans
…footprint of food production. I believe a transformed food system would deliver a better deal for farmers, ranchers, growers, and consumers through more, new, and better markets while also stimulating…
Canadian Dairy TRQ Provisions Remain in Violation of USMCA Terms
…and prevent U.S. workers, producers, farmers, and exporters from getting the full benefit of the market access that Canada committed to under the USMCA.” Canada has also failed to allocate…
Commodity Container Assistance Program Taking Applications
Applications are being accepted for the Commodity Container Assistance Program (CCAP) aimed at addressing ongoing logistical challenges. Market disruptions continue to be an issue for agricultural exporters. Availability of shipping…
Questions About Carbon Markets Remain
…Prop 26 with Article 6. The prospects look very bright with compliance markets, voluntary markets, and a lot happening. The other world is a lot of concerns about quality of…
Ag Groups Support Launch of Indo-Pacific Economic Framework for Prosperity
…and ranchers, including improving relationships and reaching new agreements with this region’s countries. The IPEF will help reduce barriers, improve the adoption of science-based standards and grow American agricultural exports…
Organic Assistance Programs Accepting Applications
…to certification – USDA has helped producers participate in new markets while investing in the long-term health of their operations,” Ducheneaux explained. “We launched the Organic and Transitional Education and…
Beef Export Values Continue Climbing with Strong Global Demand
…momentum is fueled by mainstay markets such as South Korea, Japan and Taiwan, demand is also very strong in China/Hong Kong and key Latin American markets, while exports to the…
Industry Supports Alexis Taylor as Next USDA Undersecretary for Trade
…of industry groups. U.S. Meat Export Federation President and CEO Dan Halstrom described Taylor as “an outstanding nominee.” Both the National Milk Producers Federation and the U.S. Dairy Export Council…