…North American trade has begun,” United States Trade Representative Robert Lighthizer said in a news release. “This landmark achievement would not be possible without President Trump’s leadership and determination to…
Almond Update: Yearly Middle East Trip Strengthens Key and Emerging Markets
The Almond Board of California makes a yearly trip to India and the United Arab Emirates to meet with several trade partners in the region. This year, the Almond Board…
CA Rep. Costa Drills Perdue on Trade During House Ag Committee Hearing
…and recent strides to break down trade barriers. He updated members on the state of the rural economy providing data on farm income, expected expenses, and debt. Perdue also detailed…
Farm City Newsday Tuesday, 03-03-20
…percent, the EU contemplating allowing American agriculture in a trade deal, and the recent work furthering the mitigation of methane emissions from dairy cows. Tune in to the show for…
California Citrus: Tariff Exemptions Are ‘Break We’ve Been Looking For’
…with the establishment of the Phase One trade agreement. The two developments should provide a notable amount of relief for the citrus industry, which has been dealing with a tariff…
AFBF Expands Mental Health Awareness Welcoming Farm State of Mind Campaign
Over the past few years, unpredictable weather, destructive pests, trade tension, labor shortages, and unstable markets have all placed pressure on America’s farmers. According to a Farm Bureau survey, “a…
Chinese Market Slowing Opening for U.S. Ag Products
The Chinese market is beginning to open up for American agricultural products as the U.S.-China Phase One Economic and Trade Agreement begins to be implemented. U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny…
Farm City Newsday Friday, 02-28-20
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s Farm City Newsday, hosted by Danielle Leal. Today’s show is filled with stories covering Secretary Perdue clarifying President Trump’s trade relief tweet, the…
Ag Innovation Conference to Highlight Comprehensive Crop Care
Early registration is still available for the upcoming Ag Innovations Conference. The 4th Ag Innovations Conference and trade show will focus on comprehensive crop care, introducting new technologies for growers….
Farm City Newsday Thursday, 02-27-20
…find out why technology use in agriculture isn’t as accepted in counties outside of America, we’ve got details on trade with China and the Bureau of Reclamation making its initial…
President Trump: 2020 Trade Aid on the Table
Although U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Sonny Perdue has been telling farmers for months not to expect any 2020 trade aid, President Donald Trump indicated that further support of the agriculture…
California Prune Industry Excited for Busy Year
…sizing. There are also industry efforts to foster international trade relationships to ensure California prunes remain competitive in the market. “This year’s crop is a good one. We have, we…
2020 World Ag Expo Opens with AFBF President Zippy Duvall
…at the beginning of next year, with the AFBF Annual Convention and Trade Show being held in California once again in January 2021. “We’re excited about that. Our people love…
The Western View: CDFA: Helping Ag Grow
…a pretty good job of it. The agency’s stated mission is to promote and protect the food supply, enhance trade, and protect the environment. That’s a big charge, as…