…Farmers Union President Rob Larew says the action is “a positive step toward keeping that chain moving,” referring to the agricultural supply chain’s reliance on rail access. The resolution will…
Biden Echoes Industry Groups in Desire to Avoid Rail Strike
…hauling perishables and fertilizers in preparation for a strike. There is significant concern that a shutdown would be catastrophic for the overall supply chain and would be immensely costly. “Our…
Final Food Traceability Rule Released by FDA
…help our members understand and comply with the requirements of the final rule,” IFPA Vice President of Supply Chain and Sustainability, Ed Treacy said in a press release. “We appreciate…
Data Sharing a Critical Component to Improving Food Safety
…of the FDA, not just one department.” Data collection and advanced recordkeeping within the food supply chain have ramped up over the last decade. Increased regulatory requirements along with proactive…
Thanksgiving Dinner Cost Up 20% per Farm Bureau Survey
…over the past year. “Other contributing factors to the increased cost for the meal include supply chain disruptions and the war in Ukraine,” Cryan said. “The higher retail turkey cost…
Cotton Trust Protocol Second Annual Report
…reports significant improvements in the sustainability metrics measured; an increase in membership across the value chain; the completion of nine successful pilots; and its growing international recognition by independent and…
Week in Review: $119 Million in Incentives Accepted & Alternative Shipping Successes
…carriers is helping to overcome logistical challenges in the food supply chain. Approximately 50 industry members had the opportunity to share ideas and concerns with state and federal officials at…
USDA Opens 2023 Agricultural Outlook Forum Registration
…issues impacting agriculture today and potential solutions, including supply chain challenges, climate-smart agriculture and more. More than 4,500 people attended the 2022 virtual Forum. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here….
AgNet News Hour: Friday, 11-04-22
…informed on irrigation innovation is critical during drought, and supply and demand driving differences in gas and diesel prices. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features,…
Culver’s Launches Farmer Appreciation Contest
A restaurant chain is honoring farmers. That’s coming up in This Land of Ours. Courtesy of Culver’s Culver’s this week launched “To Farmers With Love,” a farmer appreciation contest. The…
First Round of Meat Industry Investments Announced
…supply chain. Other similar investments include $75 million for eight projects through the Meat and Poultry Intermediary Lending Program. An additional investment of $75 million is being used for four…
AgNet News Hour: Wednesday, 11-02-22
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show covers the recent roundtable on supply chain issues, a prune breeding program that is…
Alternative Shipping Approach Helping to Overcome Logistical Challenges
A joint venture among agricultural industry groups and transportation carriers is helping to overcome logistical challenges in the food supply chain. President and CEO of the Almond Alliance of California,…
VofV: Global Competition Requires Urgent Supply Chain Tech Innovation
…need for supply chain innovation. The DiMuto AgriFood trade solution was developed in response to these pressures to help growers, exporters, and importers trade with better visibility and easier tracking…