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Wasting Money and Food
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New findings from a 2025 national survey reveal that U.S. consumers are discarding food near or past the printed date even more frequently than in 2016.
Comparing Apples to Oranges to Cow Size
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As of January 1, the U.S. cattle herd was tallied at 86.7 million head, the lowest since 1951. Do we panic? Well…it is definitely something to consider – the herd size, not the induced panic – but there is something else at play. The beef supply hasn’t seen as steep of a drop off.
$1 Billion Bird Flu Strategy
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U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins unveiled a $1 billion strategy on February 26, 2025, aimed at curbing highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI), protecting the poultry industry, and lowering egg prices.
Citrus Showcase to Feature Citrus Greening Conversation
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We’re now days away from the 2025 Citrus Showcase, put together by California Citrus Mutual.
$13.75 Available in CA Food Hub Grants
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This initiative supports the development and expansion of community food hubs to increase the availability of local, climate-smart, and nutritious foods in schools and other institutions across California.
Dairy Council Releases Trends Report
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“As an organization committed to advancing public health through nutrition education and advocacy, we believe these insights are essential for professionals striving to improve community well-being,” said Amy DeLisio, CEO of Dairy Council of California.
The Statistics Around Egg Prices
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Although just released, analyst says that the latest USDA Chicken and Eggs Summary is already outdated information.
Farm Health Concerns with Uptick in Bankruptcy Filings
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Chapter 12 bankruptcy filings, a key indicator of farm financial health, surged by 55% from 2023 to 2024.
Mandatory EID Still a Concern for USCA
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“We’re always cautious about mandating," says Justin Tupper, U.S. Cattlemen's Association President.
Honeybee Losses Alarm California Almond Board
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Reports from Project Apis m. and several industry groups indicate that average colony losses now exceed 50%, with some beekeeping operations experiencing losses as high as 100% in the past year.
USDA Gaps Getting Filled
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Brooke Rollins was approved to be the 33rd Secretary of the U.S. Department of Agriculture by a Senate vote last week.
Ready to Be a More Engaged Agricultural Leader?
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Applications are now being accepted for Class 55 of the California Agricultural Leadership Program , an intensive, 17 month leadership development experience.
The Smallest Grape Crush in 20 Years?
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Early reports suggest the 2024 vintage could be the smallest since 2004, marking a turning point as the industry grapples with oversupply.
California to Revisit Ban on Driverless Tractors
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In California, a regulation from the state’s Division of Occupational Safety and Health, or Cal/OSHA, dating to 1977, has prohibited the use of autonomous agricultural equipment without a driver at the helm.
Wildfire Insurance and California's Farms and Ranches
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Peter Ansel, California Farm Bureau, explains how legislation helped to create a viable solution for agricultural insurance in the wake of increased wildfire activity.
R&D on Spray Drone Technology
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Madison Dixon, Associate Director of the Agricultural Autonomy Institute, talks about the intersection of agriculture and autonomous system technologies.
Bressler to Lead California Pork Producers Association
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Mackenzie Bressler, a Colusa, California native, took over as Executive Director of the organization earlier this month.
A WTO-Compliant Version of Mandatory COOL?
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The American Beef Labeling Act would require the U.S. Trade Representative, in consultation with the USDA, to develop a World Trade Organization-compliant means of reinstating MCOOL for beef within one year of enactment.
Determining the Best Wildfire Strategy
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A new bill, approved by the U.S. House on Wednesday is from California’s own, Representative David Valadao and could update technology used to fight wildfires from the sky.
Cattle Imports from Mexico Resume
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To protect U.S. livestock and other animals, APHIS halted shipments of Mexican cattle and bison in November 2024 after a positive detection of New World screwworm (NWS) in southern Mexico.
When Will the Cattle Industry Rebuild?
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Bernt Nelson, economist with the American Farm Bureau, says this is not a typical cattle cycle where high prices lead to growth in the cattle herd.
Comments Needed on Plant-Based Dairy Nomenclature
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The FDA has released its draft guidance for industry on the labeling of plant-based alternatives to animal-derived foods. The comment period is open until March.
California Farm Bureau Calls for Practical Immigration Reforms
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California Farm Bureau, representing over 26,000 farm and ranch families, has confirmed that despite those reports of unease, there is no widespread disruption to the state's agricultural workforce.
How High Will Egg Prices Go?
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Just updated from the USDA, a food price outlook for 2025 and, if you’re like many, your eyes are going to scan for one item: eggs. What is the executive department of United States agriculture anticipating?