…pandemic and high global demand for food, particularly meat,” she explained. Further, “The trend of consumers cooking and eating at home more often due to the pandemic led to increased…
Keep Thanksgiving Free from Foodborne Illness
…full Thanksgiving meal. It’s important to follow safe practices like handwashing, using a food thermometer, and avoiding cross-contamination.” One of the best tips for food safety is making sure to…
‘Good Surprise’ for Off-Year of Pistachio Production
…than average production for 2021. While global competition sets the stage for a good year for California producers, there are still challenges for the industry. Disruptions within the supply chain…
Infrastructure Legislation Signed by President Biden
…long-needed infrastructure enhancements necessary to produce a safe and reliable food supply.” About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products…
White House: Infrastructure Deal to Improve Supply Chain
…address a variety of issues. Despite global disruptions due to the pandemic, The White House says America is moving record numbers of goods from ports to shelves and homes. The…
Almond Update: Export Delays and What’s on The Horizon
…vast majority of production headed to other countries. While the supply chain situation continues to be in flux, Principal Specialist for Global Technical and Regulatory Affairs at the Almond Board…
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 11-11-21
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Brian German. Today’s show features a series of reports detailing the ongoing disruptions within the food supply chain…
California Receives Significant Specialty Crop Investment
…be funded through the California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) as part of the program. Grant awards have been issued ranging between $50,000 and $5 million. Recipients of the…
Fresh Produce Industry Calling for Supply Chain Relief
…for timely delivery. “Almost two years since the start of the pandemic, substantial increases in costs and delays along the supply chain threaten our food security and the long-term economic…
USDA Emphasizes Commitment to Climate at COP26
…center of global solutions to climate change. Vilsack says, “Climate change is happening. It threatens to disrupt our food systems, worsen food insecurity, and negatively impact the livelihoods of our…
Pandemic Assistance Offered for Organic Producers
…those who need it most, invest in the food supply chain and Build Back Better.” Funding for the new program is made possible by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic…
Passage of Infrastructure Investment Bill Largely Supported by Ag
…restoration programs is vital to safeguarding our domestic agricultural production and long-term food security.” Passage of the infrastructure investment bill is also being supported by groups including the National Association…
Subcommittee Hearing Highlights Value of Biotechnology in Agriculture
…rapidly growing global population, expansion of the global middle class, environmental degradation, and biodiversity loss,” ASTA Vice President of Scientific Affairs and Policy Fan-Li Chou said in her testimony. “The…
Launching Agriculture Innovation Mission for Climate
…during the 26th United Nations Climate Change Conference. President Biden announced that the United States intends to mobilize $1 billion in investment in climate-smart agriculture and food systems innovation over…