…Board of California $3,185,690 while Blue Diamond will receive $3,715,000 through the Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP). The ATP is one of three USDA programs created to mitigate the effects…
USDA to Release Complete Set of Tables for Agricultural Projections to 2028
…report. The new tables will include projections for farm income, U.S. fruits, nuts, and vegetables supply and use, and global commodity trade. Tables containing long-term supply, use, and price projections…
Farm City Newsday Wednesday, 02-06-19
…with cell-cultured labeling and what came from the recent trade talk between the U.S. and China. Tune in to the show for these news stories, recipes, features and more. Danielle…
Western View: Why So Much For Gasoline?
…– but their total price is, on average, 30 cents per gallon less. The study showed the price isn’t due to California’s cap and trade program for greenhouse gases. It’s…
Recent U.S., China Talks Provide Hope for Trade Resolution
Agriculture Secretary Sonny Perdue said last week’s trade talks between President Trump and Chinese officials were in, “good spirit.” Progress can still be made but a letter delivered by China’s…
2019 Growth Energy Annual Ethanol Conference Rides the California Waves
The sunny skies, warm weather and sandy beaches weren’t the only reason why Growth Energy, who is the leading biofuel trade association in the country, picked California’s coast as its…
Groups Comment on State of the Union Address
…the short term, but also have laid the foundation for long-term prosperity. Our trade agreements with other nations are getting stronger, and the strategies the President has employed will lead…
China Makes Another Significant Soybean Purchase
China made a pledge to make another significant soybean purchase at a recent meeting between U.S. and Chinese officials. China’s Vice Premier and lead trade negotiator Liu He made the…
California to Receive Significant Amount of Trade Promotion Program
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will be awarding $200 million to 57 different organizations through the Agricultural Trade Promotion Program (ATP). The program is intended to enhance further expansion…
Lawmakers Get Updated on Organic Industry Needs
Lawmakers in Congress are getting a thorough update on the needs and concerns of the organic industry this week. More than 20 farmer-members from the Organic Trade Association’s Farmers Advisory…
USDA looks to “Everybody That Eats” for Market Opportunities
While making a visit to the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association Convention in New Orleans, United States Department of Agriculture Secretary Sonny Purdue talked about trade. He mentioned there is work…
California Students Earn NCF Award Scholarship
…at the Best of Beef Breakfast during the 2019 Cattle Industry Convention & NCBA Trade Show in New Orleans, La. The Farr Scholarships will allow these students to further their…
NCBA Announces 2019 Policy Priorities
…trade will focus on promoting a bilateral trade agreement with Japan, securing swift passage of the U.S.-Mexico-Canada Agreement (USMCA), and expanding access for U.S. beed in key markets like China,…
Markets Expected to Continue Strong; Leverage Shift on the Horizon
…the global trade outlook is currently supportive for the U.S. beef industry, with strong demand in many overseas markets. However, they note that trade disruptions could have significant impacts on…