…U.S. exported various specialty crops to China, including $1.2 billion in tree nuts, $86 million in fresh fruit, $70 million in processed fruit, and $35 million in processed vegetables. While…
Several Factors Contributing to Decreased Agricultural Trade Values
…values. Imports of horticultural products, especially fruits and vegetables, have surged due to higher consumer demand and a strong U.S. dollar, which makes imported goods cheaper. Meanwhile, domestic production of…
Record High Organic Trade Between U.S. and Mexico Last Year
…products like tropical fruits and competing products like berries. Last year the U.S. exported $234 million worth of organic products to Mexico, with apples, pears, grapes, and lettuce among the…
Almond Update: Significant Market Potential for Almonds in Turkey
…history of consuming dried fruits and nuts. However, some changes in consumer preferences are shifting how nuts are consumed, with increasing interest in packaged products. Schneller pointed out that demand…
Sweet Cherry Production Report
There’s good news for cherry lovers. That’s coming up on This Land of Ours. Picked, red, ripe cherry fruits in a wooden box, on a plantation Image by caocao1211967.gmail.com/DepositPhotos How…
Almond Update: RAPP Funding to Support Export Markets for California Almonds
…almonds. Adams said that Turkey holds promise, as nuts and dried fruits are increasingly popular. RAPP funding will go towards further assessment with the aim of expanding market presence. The…
Ag Yearbook Highlights Value of U.S. Fruit and Vegetable Exports
The latest Agricultural Export Yearbook shows exports of U.S. fresh fruit and vegetables increased in value last year. Exports reportedly reached a value of $7 billion last year, marking a…
Food Safety Tips for Summer Grilling
There are a few things to keep in mind as grilling season kicks off this weekend… Grandfather holding pot while his grandson grilling meat and vegetables on the stick. By…
Where to Get Food Safety Information
It’s important to know where to find out food safety information when grilling. That’s coming up on This Land Of Ours. Meat with vegetables grilling over coals outdoors. By HappyCity/DepositPhotos…
Fruit Fly Threat Receiving State and Federal Attention
…invasive pests. Fruit flies can feed on more than 400 crops, including nuts, vegetables, and a variety of fruits. “Invasive fruit flies are a nuisance that drive up costs of…
California Ag Leaders Back from South Korea Trade Mission
…towards potentially new market access for California nectarines.” She said there was strong interest in U.S. fruit and vegetables, nuts, dairy and eggs, coffee, and distilled spirits. Pet foods and…
California Citrus Farmers Anticipate a Good Year Despite Several Challenges
…trying to increase “incremental consumption” of California citrus. Seeing that citrus fruits are a “foundational nutrition item” in most American households, he believes that the overall outlook for growers is…
‘Significant Rebound Underway’ for Almond Industry
A “significant rebound” is expected for the California almond industry, according to a recent report from Rabobank. Senior Analyst covering fruits and tree nuts for Rabo AgriFinance, David Magaña said…
USDA Helping Small Farms
…contracts with local producers, small producers, to be able to provide those fruits and vegetables for schools and for the food banks. Using our procurement dollars as well for that…