Sunding Economist Dr. David Sunding of the University of California Berkeley has released a report that shows the EPA failed to provide the realistic explanation of the scope, cost and…
Agribusiness Export Training Seminars
…markets by saving time and cost through streamlined processes. For more experienced exporters, CITD is also hosting a Certified Global Business Professional Exam Prep Course June 12 – 13, 2014….
USDA Launches New Resources at ChooseMyPlate.gov to Help Cost-Conscious Consumers Make Healthier Food Choices
WASHINGTON, May 27, 2014 – Today, the U.S. Department of Agriculture unveiled Healthy Eating on a Budget – the newest addition to ChooseMyPlate.gov. Consumers continue to want more information about…
That Summer Cheeseburger Will Not Be A Cheap Burger
You may be shocked at what research has turned up about the cost of one of the main summer food items for outdoor grilling. Gary Crawford has the report….
UC Davis Report on Drought Impact
…on the Central Valley area and found the drought could cost the industry 1.7 billion dollars, and cost more than 14,500 workers to lose their jobs. Researchers estimated that the…
UC Davis Study Determines Preliminary Findings of Economic Impact of Drought in Central Valley
California’s drought will deal a severe blow to Central Valley irrigated agriculture and farm communities this year and could cost the industry $1.7 billion and cause more than 14,500 workers…
Do You Check the Sugar Label?
…made the right decision and that Mexico’s actions have harmed hardworking sugar producers and taxpayers. U.S. sugar growers say Mexico’s actions will cost the industry 1 billion dollars this year….
Vilsack on How Important Ag Labor is in California
…projects that the elimination of immigrant labor in California could cause between $1.73-3.12 billion in short-term agricultural production losses. US Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack talks about how important ag labor…
White House Report on Immigration Reform
Arturo Rodriguez A White House report projects that the elimination of immigrant labor in California could cause between $1.73-3.12 billion in short-term agricultural production losses, a significant portion of the…
Vilsack and CA Ag Leaders on the Importance of Commonsense Immigration Reform for California’s Economy
…and grow the agriculture economy. A White House report projects that the elimination of immigrant labor in California could cause between $1.73-3.12 billion in short-term agricultural production losses, a significant…
USDA Announces Effort to Cut Energy Costs for Farmers, Ranchers, Rural Small Businesses
…jobs and help America become more energy independent. When small rural businesses and farmers cut their energy costs with cleaner and more efficient energy, we are both helping their bottom…
Citrus Industry This Week: Coping with HLB; Thermotherapy; Labor Update
Today’s issue of Citrus Industry This Week from Florida includes information from CRDF on greening, a report from the citrus thermotherapy field day and a labor update. Want to learn…
USDA Announces Additional Support for Small and Midsized Farmers and Ranchers
…of Vermont was awarded $499,662 to research how to improve the quality of labor management decisions for small and medium-sized farm operators. A full list of awardees and their projects…
USDA Video: Milk Production Research at USDA
USDA’s Agricultural Research Service is doing innovative research to help farmers get more production from livestock for less cost.For more information:www.usda.gov/wps/portal/usda/usdahomehttp://www.ars.usda.gov/main/site_mai……