…Fever outbreaks in China may lead to an increase in pork supply because of herd liquidation through the end of the year. That may push all meat prices lower in…
Canada Farmers Say Dairy Not a Bargaining Chip in Negotiations
…with the Dairy Producers of Manitoba, says farmers will hold Trudeau accountable for his promise to defend the supply-management system. The threat may have added strength because of Canadian national…
Global Pork Production Shifting Because of Virus
…curbs in place on transportation. The report predicts a supply gap of two million to three million metric tons may emerge. Rabobank also says finding the virus in feral hogs…
U.S. Ag Coalition Sponsors U.S.-Cuba Business Meetings
…expand into new markets. Cuba continues to depend on imports for 80 percent of its food supply, and the coalition says Congress is poised in the Farm Bill to allow…
Tariffs Cause Decline in August Almond Exports
…conditions with China beginning in 2019, American almonds may still have an advantage. “That makes it difficult to compete in that market, but again it comes down to supply,” Trevino…
USDA Partners to Improve Water and Wastewater Infrastructure for Rural Americans
…water lines in its water system. The project will enable the city to have a safe and more reliable water supply for residents. More than 9,300 residents will benefit from…
WASDE Predicts Second-largest Corn Crop, Record Soybean Crop
The Latest World Agriculture Supply and Demand report predicts the second-largest corn crop for the United States this year and a record soybean crop. Corn production is forecast at 14.82…
OTA Moving Forward with Voluntary Checkoff
…program that will be collaboratively designed and implemented by organic stakeholders across the organic supply chain. The trade association has formed a Steering Committee to coordinate and lead the efforts….
Edible Hedges You Need to Grow
…privacy, chain link, wooden, or picket fencing may come to mind. Or if its hedges or shrubs, evergreens, such as conifers or boxwoods tend to be a popular choice. But…
USDA, FDA Announce Joint Public Meeting on Use of Animal Cell Culture Technology
…food supply and the critical role science-based, modern regulatory frameworks are to fostering innovation. Recent advances in animal cell cultured food products present many important and timely technical and regulatory…
OTA Wants Voluntary Checkoff Program
…place by stakeholders across the organic supply chain. Laura Batcha is CEO of the Organic Trade Association. She says the group recognizes the industry’s demand for coordinated organic research and…
Kansas Cattle Traceability Project Moving Forward
…recruiting participants within each segment of the beef supply chain. They’re also working on the installation of technology systems at the packer, feed yard, and livestock market levels, as well…
Dairy Trade a Sticking Point in NAFTA Negotiations with Canada
…supply management system utilizes quotas for production and prices to stabilize the country’s dairy market. American trade representatives are pushing for concessions in Canada’s dairy program and better access to…
Choosing the Right Apple Tree to Grow
…Ours. Choosing the Right Apple Tree to Grow The apple harvest comes in fall, and one tree, even a dwarf variety, can supply over 100 pounds of fruit. A full-sized…