…found is that approaches vary across states.” Sjostrom highlighted challenges with sampling at different points in the supply chain. “Testing at the silo level is problematic because milk silos at…
East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Appears More Likely
…of a strike. According to Supply Chain Dive, a significant development in the ongoing negotiations occurred when President-elect Trump expressed support for the ILA’s stance against port automation following a…
Plenty Ag is Closing its Compton, California Facility
…company said that Plenty’s future isn’t growing strawberries because they fill the supply gap, provide a locally grown product with peak season flavor year-round, and command a premium price. They…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 12-23-24
…fuel supply chain issues by building a unique fuel fabrication facility and partnering with the DOE and other companies. They also partnered with Vert to Grow Energy Solutions to integrate…
USDA, CDFA Award $21.5 Million to Strengthen California’s Local Food Supply Chain
…to improve the “middle” of the supply chain—distribution, storage, and processing—so that smaller producers and communities can benefit from more stable, efficient local food networks. The CDFA will provide support…
Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture
…location. Natural Disaster Costs to California Agriculture To pinpoint where these events are having the greatest impact on farmers and the nation’s food supply, researchers at TraceOne, a company specializing…
Congress Advances Farm Bill Extension and Aid Package
…the continued stability of the nation’s food supply and rural economies,” said AFBF President Zippy Duvall. Farm Bill Extension The one-year extension of the farm bill provides a temporary safety…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 12-13-24
…Secretary of Agriculture Karen Ross, the discussion covers the potential ripple effects on supply chains, labor markets, and local economies. Lorrie interviews Tracy Edgar, owner of Bright Changes Consulting, where…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-12-24
…covers supply, demand, and market dynamics, emphasizing the importance of managing margins between commodity inputs and outputs. Sabrina has this week’s Almond Update from the Almond Board of California. In…
New Federal Order Announced by USDA
…nation’s milk supply and dairy herds. “Since the first HPAI detection in livestock, USDA has collaborated with our federal, state and industry partners to swiftly and diligently identify affected herds…
American Agriculture History Minute: Learning the Laws of Supply and Demand
DepositPhotos image I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Learning the Laws of Supply and Demand Farmers and ranchers in early American agriculture quickly…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 12-05-24
…as ensuring adequate supply and supporting growers through policy advocacy. Later, Greg Jones from Firestone AG provides insights into tractor tire management to prevent overloading and save fuel, emphasizing the…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 12-03-24
…talks with Karl McDermott, Chief SaaS Officer of DeltaTrack. DeltaTrak, Inc. is a leader in cold chain management and temperature monitoring solutions, offering an extensive range of data loggers, cloud-based…
Farmers Across America Make Thanksgiving Dinner Possible
…affordable, abundant food supply despite challenges like rising labor costs and inflation. Duvall also urged Congress to pass a modernized farm bill to support the industry. This Thanksgiving, every dish…