…from the produce and floral supply chain, and related industries are reported as nearly $44 billion per year. The fresh produce industry is responsible for $38.1 billion in tax revenue,…
U.S. Fertilizer Production to Be Supported By $500 Million Investment
…own unique community’s needs, fill gaps, and build opportunities. Recent supply chain disruptions have shown just how critical it is to invest in the agricultural supply chain here at home….
Industry Engagement Sought for Farm Labor Stabilization Grant Program
…supply chain. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director, AgNet West Sponsored Content CIR Agriculture Harvester Products March 1, 2026 Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those…
Farm Workforce Modernization Act: ‘No One Can Afford to Wait Any Longer’
…Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) at the press conference. Representative Newhouse said that without reforms to ensure a reliable workforce “our crops will go unharvested, and our already-delicate food supply chain…
Executive Order Seeks to Advance Biotechnology Investment
President Joe Biden recently signed an Executive Order to advance biotechnology investment and biomanufacturing innovation. The purpose is to help promote resiliency and sustainability within the U.S. food supply chain….
Railroad Strike Avoided with Tentative Agreement
…have further disrupted a supply chain that is already strained. We hope the unions will quickly ratify the agreement so this cloud of uncertainty can be cleared away.” About the…
‘Pretty Good Season Overall’ for Watermelon Producers
…were in June, we’ll be harvesting all the way into September. So, we’re in a good area,” Van Groningen noted. Last year, watermelon producers were struggling with an oversupply and…
USDA Extends WIC-Related Formula Flexibilities
…brands of infant formula. “USDA is committed to maintaining flexibilities to provide continued support to WIC families as the nationwide supply of infant formula recovers,” says Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack….
World Food Prices Continue Falling as Supply Levels Rise
…ease supply concerns as more grain moves out of Ukraine. A U.N. index of world food costs dropped 1.9 percent in August and remains at its lowest level since January….
Strengthening the Meat Supply Chain with Nearly $22 Million Investment
An additional $21.9 million is being invested to help strengthen the resiliency of the U.S. meat supply chain. The investment from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is being made…
Major School Nutrition Program Spending Declined During Pandemic
…80 percent of the $23.6 billion spent on all child nutrition programs that year. However, school disruptions during the pandemic led to a decline in spending, to $13.9 billion in…
USDA Releases Updated Trade Projections for 2022-23
…trade disruptions, above-target inflation rates, and rising energy prices. Listen to Sabrina Halvorson’s program here. USDA Releases Updated Trade Projections for 2022-23 Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent / AgNet Media, Inc….
Farm Groups Encourage Swift and Effective Utilization of Drought Response Funding
…related to reduced water use. The group points out that actions that could result in permanent disruptions to the overall ability to produce food should be avoided whenever possible. The…
USDA Details How Organic Transition Initiative Will Take Shape
…education. A new Organic Management conservation practice standard will be developed using up to $75 million. Up to $100 million will be used for making supply chain improvements. Finally, $25…