…good indicator of some normalcy returning to food markets. However, there is a bit of skepticism as to how markets will continue to shift with California lifting the pandemic-related restrictions….
Prune Crop Looks Good with Positive Market Conditions for Producers
…well. So, we’re holding a lot of the inventory globally for the next year and that bodes really well for California prune growers,” Zea explained. PRUNES REMAINED STRONG AMID PANDEMIC…
Updates to The Packers and Stockyards Act Proposed by USDA
…enhancement of the 100-year-old law. Issues within the meat sector were exposed during the disruptions created during the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Packers and Stockyards Act is a vital tool for…
USDA to Invest $1 Billion to Address Food Security
…“Now is the time to apply lessons learned from food assistance activities early in the pandemic to improve how USDA purchases food and supports on-the-ground organizations with TEFAP. We will…
In-Person National FFA Convention Returns to Indianapolis
…the Indianapolis Convention Center and Lucas Oil Stadium, on October 27-30. Last year’s convention was held as a virtual experience due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The event typically attracts more…
New Pandemic Cover Crop Program to Assist Growers
…financial challenges created by the pandemic. “Cultivating cover crops requires a sustained, long-term investment, and the economic challenges of the pandemic made it financially challenging for many producers to maintain…
Agricultural Exports Expected to Hit a New Record in 2021
…face of a global pandemic and economic contraction. This strength is reflected in today’s USDA export forecast,” Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in a press release. “As we conclude World…
Biden’s Budget Includes Additional Support for Ag and Rural Communities
…the pandemic and getting our economy back on track, the budget makes historic investments that will help the country build back better and lay the foundation for shared growth and…
Updates to the Housing for the Harvest as the Pandemic Continues
During the height of the pandemic, many essential workers in the agriculture industry came into contact with the COVID-19 virus. Due to close working and housing quarters, many became ill…
Internal Cooking Temp Remains Same Even if Price of Meat is Higher at Market
…your holiday weekend cookout. Carolyn Chelius, a USDA economist said the increase isn’t much but it’s lingering from the pandemic. However, if the inflation of prices doesn’t deter you from…
Week in Review: Mill Assessment Increase Concerns & Shifting Trends in California Citrus
…which varieties of citrus are most popular among growers. While the major disruptions created by the COVID-19 pandemic are starting to wane, producers are paying close attention to market trends…
Organic Sales Hit New Record of Nearly $62 Billion in 2020
…major contributor to increased organic sales was the impact that COVID-19 had on consumer habits. “The pandemic caused abrupt changes in all of our lives. We’ve been eating at home…
Groups Call for Technical Assistance Funding for Farm and Food Businesses
…interests are calling for $300 million in support. In a letter sent to Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack, the organizations highlight the turmoil caused by the pandemic and the need for…
Industry Group Voices Opposition to Proposed Mill Assessment Increase
…communities are just coming out of the pandemic. It makes no sense to be requiring farmers to spend more money right now,” Isom noted. “It’s not going to achieve a…