Brazil recently paved the way for imports of U.S. corn following a short corn crop, according to industry sources. Regulators in Brazil last week met and authorized outstanding biotech products…
TTIP Deal Faces Uncertain Future
…is unwilling to remove tariffs on beef, poultry and pork. The EU has indicated it would allow some market access for “sensitive” products, including meat if the United States agrees…
Agri View: Farmer’s Almanac
Everett Griner talks about the Farmer’s Almanac and what it does for producers in today’s Agri View. Farmer’s Almanac Well the 2017 issue of the Old Farmer’s Almanac will be…
Safe Food During Power Outage
…case of a prolonged power outage. Group foods together in the freezer; they will help keep each other cold. Freeze any perishable foods such as milk, meats, and leftovers so…
August Beef, Pork Exports Strong
August was a strong month for U.S. red meat exports as beef export volume was the largest in nearly two years and both beef and pork exports posted the highest…
Food Price Index Up in September
…Asia, underpinned pigmeat and poultry meat prices, while reduced international supplies reinforced those of ovine meat. Meanwhile, a recovery in bovine meat production in the United States has reduced the…
New Rules Governing Use of Fumigant Pesticide 1,3-D
…and Central Coast regions. The new restrictions, which will take effect on January 1, 2017, include: An annual limit of 136,000 pounds* within each six mile by six mile area…
Thaw Food with Water
…But if you’re planning to grill, don’t use the microwave to thaw meat because, though it will thaw quickly, it can be hard on meat, making it a little tougher…
Hog Outlook Turns Sour
…predictions are correct, packers should have enough capacity. Two new processing operations are scheduled to open in Iowa and Michigan in 2017, increasing slaughter capacity by another six percent. The…
Cargill Sales and Net Earnings Higher in 2016
…fiscal 2017 first-quarter results Earnings rise on balanced performance across most of the company Cargill reported financial results for the fiscal 2017 first quarter ended Aug. 31, 2016. Key measures…
Monsanto Sales and Profits Lower in 2016
…billion, compared to $2.3 billion in income the year before. From the National Association of Farm Broadcasting news service. From: Monsanto FISCAL YEAR 2016 RESULTS AND FISCAL YEAR 2017 OUTLOOK…
EU Resumes Dow-DuPont Merger Investigation
…a new date of February 6th, 2017, to complete the investigation into the merger. However, those familiar with the investigation warm the deadline could still be extended. Dow and DuPont…
Safety-Net Payments to Farmers
…will be announced in early February 2017. Upland cotton is no longer a covered commodity. The Budget Control Act of 2011, passed by Congress, requires USDA to reduce 2015 ARC…
Training, Educating the Next Generation of Farmers and Ranchers
…public or private entities such as state cooperative extension services, community-based organizations, colleges or universities; and other organizations providing services to beginning farmers and ranchers. 2017 applications are due Dec….