The COVID-19 pandemic has created an increased demand for N95 masks and other personal protective equipment (PPE) throughout the country. Some companies have announced they will be retooling their operations…
Assessing the Potential of Harvesting Elderberry Hedgerows
…in consumer demand. The elderberry market may be an enticing option for growers looking to monetize the usage of hedgerows. “People can diversify their farm income and add to their…
California Strawberry Production Stays on Track
…continue with production. Growers will remain busy as fruits and vegetables continue to be in high demand in grocery stores. “What we’re hearing from both growers and shippers, as well…
Foodservice Down, But ‘Brisk’ Fresh Avocado Market Helping
…foodservice side,” he said. “Foodservice is still taking product, but as they shift to takeout as opposed to dine-in operations, the demand is lower than it would typically be.” Bellamore…
Senate Approves Coronavirus Stimulus Bill, Bringing Agricultural Assistance
…elimination of direct-to-consumer sales and decline in full-service restaurant and school meal demand,” the letter stated. “Congress must have farmers’ and ranchers’ backs by expanding and replenishing USDA’s borrowing authority…
‘We’ll all get through this, Together’: Joint Statement on Food Supplies from California Grocers Association and California Farm Bureau Federation
…surging demand for a number of grocery items. That sudden, unexpected demand meant stores became depleted of some products. But we expect the system to correct itself as we adjust…
Week in Review: Ensuring Food Safety During Pandemic and USMCA Implementation Moves Closer
The most important stories this week highlight the work being done to ensure that food supplies can safely meet the increased demand created by COVID-19 concerns. The deadline for submitting…
The Western View: Covid-19 Turns Our World Upside Down
…once and flood the hospital until the system breaks. Even so, whatever happens, the demand on the health care system will be intense, and our best hope is to spread…
USDA Continues Focus on Service During COVID-19 Outbreak
…and rural areas. In addition, OCE plans to coordinate, approve and publish the monthly World Agricultural Supply and Demand Estimates (WASDE) Reports on regular timelines. The Office of Partnerships and…
Hours of Service Rule Waived in Response to the Coronavirus Outbreak
…treatment of COVID-19. The waiver also applies to the transporting of food for emergency restocking of store shelves, as demand on grocery store inventories has increased exponentially. Other emergency relief…
How to Sell Your Cut Flowers at Farmers Market
…Cut Flowers at Farmers Market Flowers are in high demand. And growing beautiful cut flowers can make you some good money at your local farmer’s market. All of these things…
Would Farmers Participate in a Carbon Trading System, Perdue Says “Absolutely”
…in the global effort to meet demand. We are committed as ever to the environmental sustainability and continued success, of America’s farmers, ranchers, foresters, and producers.” But what will happen…
USDA Unveils Agriculture Innovation Agenda
…The new initiative was announced during the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Ag Outlook Forum last week and is designed to align department resources and programs to address the global demand…
Almond Matters: Getting Started on Fertility Management
…those applications may be starting relatively soon. Several applications can be made over time up to early June typically, to meet the demand depending on what the nut set looks…