…were caused due to an increase in the demand for mushrooms during the post-pandemic era but the shortage in the supply of mushrooms has made it worse. Listen to Sabrina…
Strawberry Season Lasting Longer
…available year-round, and we are excited our peak season will extend into the fall. The increased demand for strawberries can be attributed to their benefits to health and well-being, plus…
Turkeys May Cost More This Thanksgiving
…in August compared to the same time last year. Despite the higher prices, there should be enough turkeys available for the Thanksgiving demand. AFBF President Zippy Duvall says “HPAI outbreaks…
Dairy Research Centers Celebrate 35 Years
…innovative, science-backed solutions related to consumer demand as well as business needs and trends. Dairy Management Inc. (DMI) provides the structure and oversight for more than 20 universities that comprise…
CREAATE Act to Support Market Development for Ag Exports
…years, USW has closed offices and reduced staff to protect wheat export demand in our top markets. With additional MAP and FMD funds, we could expand our promotion effort to…
USDA Announces Climate-Smart Partnership Projects
…demand to strengthen markets for climate-smart commodities. A broad array of partners will provide technical assistance and additional financial incentives to a diverse array of producers across a broad range…
‘Pretty Good Season Overall’ for Watermelon Producers
…a lull in demand. Van Groningen said that it was one of the worst years they have seen for prices. The summer of 2020 saw an increase in demand, which…
Vytelle Awarded for Global Sustainability
…what Vytelle calls the triple challenge. Farmers are facing a growing demand for protein driven by the upsurge of consumers demanding meat and milk be produced sustainably. This means farmers…
World Food Prices Continue Falling as Supply Levels Rise
…southeast Asia helped to lower prices. Import demand for sunflower oil is subdued. Dairy stocks remained adequate. Major poultry importers reduced purchases, and domestic bovine meat demand in key exporters…
‘Very Pleased’ with Overall California Avocado Season
…season overall. We saw strong pricing, which in my view is reflective of the premium avocados we have available during the season and the demand by our customers for them,”…
Interest Expense Ratio for Agriculture Stays Even with 20-year Average
…forecasts, despite the pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic reduced demand for agricultural commodities. The interest expense ratio is calculated by dividing interest expenses by the sum of the value of production…
California Receives Nearly $24 Million in Specialty Crop Support
…retail and food service promotions to increase demand for California specialty crops. Other projects include efforts to increase the consumption of raisins, prunes, and sweet potatoes. Several University of California…
Fall Propane Supply Outlook
…corn, Newland says propane suppliers are well-equipped to meet increased demand. “Propane is produced domestically, we’ve got a lot of supply. We do export over 50 percent of the propane…
California is Experiencing a Shortage of Ag Mechanics Teachers
…they jump into it, it really depends on the year.” While the number of agriculture teachers fluctuates, the demand for agriculture mechanics teachers will never decline. Due to many schools…