…listed, further tightening the pressure on American manufacturers. Major equipment makers such as Deere & Co. and CNH Industrial are already facing a challenging market due to sluggish demand. After…
U.S. Agricultural Exports Surge in Volume Despite Lower Revenue in 2024
…in 2022. Soybeans and corn were among the most in-demand commodities, with global buyers capitalizing on reduced costs. The lower prices allowed key trade partners, including Canada, China, and Mexico,…
CattleFax Forecasts Continued Strong Demand and High Price Outlook for Cattle Producers
…Beef prices continued their upward trend in 2024, averaging $8.01/lb., the second-highest demand level in history. While demand may ease slightly in 2025, retail prices are still expected to rise…
Almond Update: Almond Board Secures Additional Funding to Boost Global Market Development
…in ingredient and product development, aiming to increase demand for California almonds in both traditional and emerging markets. Long-Term Impact and Grower Synergies One key advantage of this funding, Adams…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 02-06-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the increasing electricity demands across the…
Bird Flu Drives Egg Prices Up, No Relief in Sight
…of 2023, and with the Easter season approaching, demand is expected to drive costs even higher. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), the average price for a dozen…
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
…the market. Demand is also rising as more U.S. farmers plan to plant corn, which requires significant nitrogen fertilizer. Potash supplies, heavily reliant on Canada, are another concern. If tariffs…
U.S. Cattle on Feed Down One Percent
…down 3 percent from 2024. However. “There’s still robust demand for cattle and for beef as exhibited by the 1% increase in marketing’s during the month of September. That’s been…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-23-25
…for balanced supply and demand to ensure profitability and quality in almond farming. Michelle shares insights into the interconnected aspects of almond production and the consequences of prioritizing quantity over…
Almond Update: Orchard Challenges Highlight Need for Balance in Supply and Demand
…warned that an oversupply could be just as problematic. A bumper crop may seem ideal, but if supply outpaces demand, prices drop, and growers struggle to remain profitable. Maintaining a…
Blueberry Supply and Demand Fluctuations
…showing resilience in demand. The industry is working on finding the optimal price point, referred to as the “sweet spot,” to balance supply and demand effectively. The focus is on…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 01-17-25
…States. He also highlighted the industry’s focus on increasing demand and consumption, as well as its reliance on H2A workers for harvesting and efforts to increase export markets. The American…
Avocado Industry Facing Shortage
…5% of US demand. California’s avocado production will resume regular inspections mid-January and start new crop production later in the month, which should help alleviate the shortage. I’m Lorrie Boyer…
Craig Denounces Proposed Cuts to Farm Bill Programs
…to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) as a primary concern. She argues that reducing SNAP could hurt both food-insecure families and farmers who depend on stable demand for their…