…into consumer behavior. Fumasi noted that tariffs on imports like fresh produce could significantly raise prices, particularly for fruits and vegetables from Mexico and Canada. While higher-income households may weather…
Ag Import and Export Imbalance
Image by unkas/DepositPhotos image With a trade imbalance favoring ag imports over ag exports the past few years, the coming months will answer a lot of questions for farmers and…
U.S. Agricultural Imports Projected to Rise in 2025
DepositPhotos image USDA is projecting another year of rising imports of agricultural products. Gary Crawford reports. Sponsored Content Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals –…
Trump Announces Tariffs on Mexico, Canada, and China
DepositPhotos image President-elect Donald Trump has unveiled plans to impose significant tariffs on imports from Mexico, Canada, and China. The proposed measures include a 25% tariff on all goods from…
USMEF Chair Highlights Export Growth and Value for U.S. Farmers
…on track to set a record for pork imports. Hanson noted that Mexico initially embraced cuts like middle rounds for ground beef, but today, the partnership is bolstered by consistent…
Wine Industry Faces Challenges Over Tariffs and Distribution Rules
…as higher prices discourage imports, reducing the selection of wines available to American buyers. Many in the wine industry, including organizations like Wine America, oppose tariffs on imported wine, fearing…
Global Demand for Tree Nuts Shifts as Top Markets Drive Trade
…total almond imports, reaching 1 million tons this year. Walnut trade has also surged, with global imports nearly doubling to 1.1 million tons. Turkey, India, and Kyrgyzstan have joined the…
UC ANR Releases First Manual on Olive Oil Production
…the “Olive Production Manual for Oil” offers practical advice for improving olive fruit yield and oil quality. Facing competition from lower-priced European imports, California producers are focusing on quality. The…
Colombia Lifts Ban on American Beef Imports
DepositPhotos image Colombia lifted a ban on American beef imports from the states where bird flu was detected in dairy cows. According to USDA’s export library, beef exporters in 14…
Investment of $27 Million to Support Optimization of California Ports
…40 percent of the nation’s containerized imports and supporting millions of jobs. The funds will be used for ten projects focused on improving cargo routing, using technologies like AI, implementing…
Despite Low Demand, Fertilizer Prices Remain High
…getting tight. In addition to an export shortage from other countries, the U.S. has also restricted imports from Morocco, Russia, and China, which Linville says are a big part of…
Farm Groups Want Changes to SAF Tax
…like Chinese cooking oil and Brazilian ethanol. “We’re concerned that if the 45Z is not changed to have a domestic feedstock requirement, that these imports will continue to rise, and…
U.S. Food Imports Rising
Landing of cocoa beans in the port of Ilheus (BA) Image by joasouza/DepositPhotos The U.S. is importing more foreign food and farm products. Gary Crawford has more coming up on…
Several Factors Contributing to Decreased Agricultural Trade Values
…Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) Economist Betty Resnick highlighted the issue in a recent Market Intel report. The change in trade conditions is reportedly due to rising imports and declining export…