…when many in the farm supply chain are frustrated,” AFBF President Zippy Duvall said in a press release. “We will closely examine the details of this executive order as we…
Almond Shipments Staying Strong Despite Pandemic Challenges
…threw trade markets into turmoil, with supply chains having to adapt to a vastly different landscape. Port delays have continued to be a problem for the agricultural sector throughout the…
NEED Water Act to Provide Drought Relief to San Joaquin Valley
…Water Project to reduce water supply shortages in Valley communities.” The NEED Water Act seeks to address some of the regulatory hurdles affecting water transfers between regions. Provisions pertaining to…
New Guidelines Available as Winegrape Mechanization Expands
…winegrapes are mechanically picked in California. But due to the novel coronavirus and then other problems that we’ve been having with a reliable labor supply we’re seeing a very rapid…
Ag Groups Make Recommendations for Strengthening Food Supply Chain
Multiple industry groups have submitted feedback on how to enhance the resiliency of America’s food supply chain. The recommendations have been presented in response to the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s…
Farm City Newsday Monday, 06-21-21
…tax changes, industry members and lawmakers meet to discuss an immigration bill in the Senate and how $4 million is going to strengthen the food supply chain. Tune in to…
Prune Crop Looks Good with Positive Market Conditions for Producers
…When COVID-19 became an overwhelming concern back in March of 2020, it immediately threw the food supply chain into turmoil. Market shifts created by school and restaurant closures caused significant…
Last Chance to Register for Flight of the Honeybees Virtual Conference
…biodiversity and our environment, and the overall importance of honeybees as it relates to the food supply chain. Speakers include representatives from the ApisProject, the Almond Board of California, and…
Call to Action for Enhancing Water Infrastructure
…ranches, while at the same time improving supply reliability for cities and the environment.” Listen to the radio report below. About the Author Brian German Facebook Twitter Ag News Director,…
Build Back Better Initiative Supports Food System With $4 Billion Investment
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is working to strengthen the food supply chain through the Build Back Better initiative. More than $4 billion will be invested to ensure the…
Cattle Market Concerns Outlined for Lawmakers
…the groups are calling on Congress to find solutions to ensure an adequate workforce within the beef supply chain. Finally, the industry groups are also seeking improved oversight of cattle…
Agricultural Groups Concerned by Proposed Tax Policy
…or eliminate long-standing tax code provisions that are fundamental to the financial health of production agriculture and the businesses that supply its inputs, transport its products, and market its commodities.”…
Pallet Shortages Create New Transportation Challenge for Agriculture
…to the minimal supply of heavy-duty pallets. UFPA has voiced concern that the pallet shortages will have a considerable impact all the way down the food supply chain. Delays in…
Groups Call for Technical Assistance Funding for Farm and Food Businesses
…assistance. “This type of investment into our future has a proven track record of improving regional supply chain resiliency. It will also translate into new wealth and opportunities, particularly for…