…very good quality.” The California Navel Orange Objective Measurement Report from the California Department of Food and Agriculture initially projected a crop size of 70 million cartons. The number would…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 12-27-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering California farmers losing billions over supply chain challenges, potential…
Almond Update: Heading Into 2022 with Industry Optimism
…it through two years of high production that was met with significant supply chain disruptions. “We had expanded the market quite considerably, globally, with our record shipments back in the…
‘Unprecedented’ Water Allocation for State Water Project
…for water prioritization were identified as health and safety needs and Delta salinity control, endangered species, storage, and finally additional supply allocations if water remains available. DWR has indicated that…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 12-22-21
…investments required by Prop 12 present challenges for pork producers and how to plan ahead for crop protection needs in order to avoid supply chain disruptions. Tune in to the…
More Than $350 Million Available for Groundwater Sustainability Projects
…“Through these investments, we will continue collaborating with our regional groundwater agencies to promote projects that provide multiple benefits while also improving groundwater supply and quality,” DWR Deputy Director of…
Ag Exports Largely Overcome Logistical Challenges But Could Have Been Better
Farm exports have largely remained strong, despite the ongoing challenges in the supply chain. Transportation issues have remained problematic for many agricultural exports, with port congestion and a lack of…
Uncertainty at California Ports Continues to Create Problems
The uncertainty at California ports is an ongoing problem for the food supply chain, with expectations for the issue to continue well into the next year. Labor shortages at the…
Projects to Support Animal Health Receive More Than $16 Million
…markets, while providing consistent access to safe, healthy, and affordable food for U.S. consumers. The preparedness and response activities we are funding today will help us address the animal disease…
Week in Review: House Passes Ocean Shipping Reform Act, Continued Growth in Organic
The U.S. House of Representatives passed the Ocean Shipping Reform Act, which seeks to address the ongoing challenges related to international trade and issues within the supply chain. Once a…
USDA and DOT Call Out Ocean Carriers for Poor Service
…that need to be addressed. “The Port of Oakland, Port of Portland, and other West Coast ports have excess capacity to alleviate supply chain congestion,” the letter states. “Restoration of…
Fertilizer Prices Creating Concern for Farmers
…look for ways to bring fertilizer prices down, which include resolving supply chain disruptions and removing import duties, so farmers can continue growing the food, fuel and fiber America relies…
USDA to Award Up To $400 million for Local Food Purchase Program
…American Rescue Plan. The funding is intended to be used for emergency food purchases of domestic local foods. Awards will be made through non-competitive cooperative agreements made with state and…
USDA Launches Loan Guarantee Program to Create More Market Opportunities, Promote Competition and Strengthen America’s Food Supply Chain
…capacity and finance critical food supply chain infrastructure.” Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program Through the Food Supply Chain Guaranteed Loan Program, USDA will partner with lenders to guarantee loans of…