…since 2014,” said Adam Cline, NASS Census Section Head and member of the USDA Organic Working Group. “As sales from certified organic agriculture products increase, demand for accurate statistics about…
National Green Juice Day
…National Green Juice Day Sure the holidays are behind us, but the food holidays will continue all year long. And today is one of those “good for you” food holidays,…
Funding for Potato Breeding Research
…demand for irrigation and fertilizer applications while maintaining desired yield and quality performance; Desirable yield, storability, consumer and other value-added quality traits identified and developed for incorporation in new potato…
Perdue Nominated as Ag Secretary; Ag Groups Show Support
…That means protecting risk management programs, continuing to grow the renewable fuels industry, expanding foreign markets and increasing demand for U.S. agricultural products throughout the world. We stand ready to…
China Halts Ethanol Shipments
Buyers in China have canceled up to seven ethanol import shipments due to arrive by April, the first sign a likely hike in import duties is threatening to stall demand….
California Avocados See Good 2016
The California Avocado Commission (CAC) is forecasting excellent quality and demand for 2017. 2016 saw some near-record numbers for California avocados. The CAC reported that last year’s harvest was above…
USDA Strengthens Integrity of the Organic Label
…sector has grown along with the demand for organically produced products,” said AMS Administrator Elanor Starmer. “To build on this support, it has been a top priority to strengthen standards…
Agri View: Guayule Crop
…tires (automotive, agricultural, and aviation) driving much of the demand. All tire manufacturers are dependent on either imported natural rubber from the Brazilian rubber tree [Hevea brasiliensis (Willd. ex A….
Tom Vilsack to Take Helm of U.S. Dairy Export Council
…as president and CEO, effective Feb. 1, 2017. USDEC is a non-profit, independent organization that seeks to enhance the global demand for U.S. dairy products and ingredients. “Growing the global…
$27 Million Available to Support Local Food Sector
…Starmer. “Entrepreneurs around the country are creating jobs and new economic opportunities in response to growing consumer demand for local food. AMS is excited to partner with local food stakeholders…
National Chicken Council Calls for Balance between Animal Care, Environmental, Economic Impact in Chicken Production
…billion birds to meet current demand, the supply of chicken would significantly reduce to 27.5 billion less chicken meals per year. The additional cost of even 1/3 of the industry…
2017 Crop Price Outlook Still Below Average
The U.S. grain price outlook and crop demand won’t see a lot of major changes in the coming year. That prediction comes from Dr. Pat Westhoff, Director of the Food…
Pig Farmers Complying with New VFD Requirements
…opening new markets. “America’s pig farmers understand that growing domestic and export demand for pork is critical, but it all starts with building trust,” Archer said. “This survey bears out…
Immigration Reform Good for U.S. Economy, Agriculture
…though farm wages are up, the agriculture workforce still faces a labor deficit, and demand for workers continues to increase, said Hertz. Hertz outlined a recent USDA report, assessed the…