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California Lettuce Prices Surge and More Adults Eating Less Fruit
The Agribusiness Update
The cost to California’s lettuce growers complying with the state’s environmental, labor and food safety regulations has surged 63.7% the past seven years, and a growing number of U.S. adults consume less than a quarter of the fruit recommended in Federal dietary guidelines.
California Lettuce Prices Surge and More Adults Eating Less Fruit
The Agribusiness Update
The cost to California’s lettuce growers complying with the state’s environmental, labor and food safety regulations has surged 63.7% the past seven years, and a growing number of U.S. adults consume less than a quarter of the fruit recommended in Federal dietary guidelines.
Georgia Blueberries Top Peaches and More Adults Eating Less Fruit
The Agribusiness Update
When you consider Georgia fruits, peaches typically come to mind, but did you know blueberries comprise a larger portion of Georgia's fruit industry, and a growing number of U.S. adults consume less than a quarter of the fruit recommended in Federal dietary guidelines.
Sunbelt Ag Expo and USDA Specialty Crop Spending
The Agribusiness Update
The largest Farm Show in America with field demonstrations, the Sunbelt Ag Expo kicks off its 46th Anniversary tomorrow, and the USDA has awarded more than $25 million to support eight projects under the new Assisting Specialty Crop Imports Initiative.
Georgia Peanut Tour in September and July 4th BBQ Price Hits New Record
The Agribusiness Update
The thirty-sixth annual Georgia Peanut Tour will be held September 17-19 in and around Americus, Georgia, and Rabobank’s 2024 July 4th Barbecue Index reached an unprecedented level this year.
Ag World Golf Classic 2024 Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
If they’ve spent the winter in storage, you might want to think about dusting off your golf clubs to get ready for the 2024 Ag World Golf Classic coming up June 4th and 6th.
Ag World Golf Classic 2024 Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
If they’ve spent the winter in storage, you might want to think about dusting off your golf clubs to get ready for the 2024 Ag World Golf Classic coming up June 4th and 6th.
L'Ecole in Top 100 Again Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Another huge honor for Walla Walla valley winery, L’Ecole No 41 that was recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery.
L'Ecole in Top 100 Again Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Another huge honor for Walla Walla valley winery, L’Ecole No 41 that was recognized by Wine & Spirits Magazine as a Top 100 Winery.
Fuel Overcharge Update Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Rep. Mark Klicker, R-Walla Walla, speaks on the House floor in favor of an amendment to the operating budget that would provide relief to farmers that are being unfairly charged a new fuel service fee as part of the cap-and-trade law.
Fuel Overcharge Update Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Rep. Mark Klicker, R-Walla Walla, speaks on the House floor in favor of an amendment to the operating budget that would provide relief to farmers that are being unfairly charged a new fuel service fee as part of the cap-and-trade law.
46th Annual Georgia Peanut Show and Farm Bill Hearings Begin
The Agribusiness Update
The 46th Annual Georgia Peanut Show was held last month, and Senate farm bill hearings begin.
Cotton Futures Prices Down and EPA on Glyphosate Approval
The Agribusiness Update
December Cotton futures prices turn downward, and EPA on Glyphosate interim approval.
Tyson Refuses to Comply and EPA Appeals Glyphosate Decision
The Agribusiness Update
Tyson Foods refuses to comply with subpoena in possible price gouging case, and EPA appeals glyphosate interim decision.
SCOTUS on Vax Mandate and Dairy Checkoff Helps Food Services
The Agribusiness Update
The Supreme Court will hear arguments in the case against OSHA's requirement for employers to enforce vaccine mandate, and despite COVID challenges Dairy Checkoff continues to help foodservice partners grow sales of dairy foods.
Groundwater Research and USApple Conference In-Person in August
The Agribusiness Update
University of California researchers are pouring water onto farmland during the winter months to help replenish groundwater supplies, and USApple announces that its annual crop outlook and marketing conference will be held in-person this August.
Georgia Peanut Butter Donation and USApple Conference In-Person in August
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia peanut farmers donate another 50-thousand jars of peanut butter to food banks around the state, and USApple announces that this year's 126th Annual Crop and Marketing Conference will be IN-PERSON in Chicago in August.
Washington Apple Week and NCBA Expanding Processing Capacity
The Agribusiness Update
This is the 2nd Annual Washington Apple Week and NCBA behind a push to expand beef processing capacity in 2021 up to 5-6 thousand head daily.
USDA Extends School Lunches and Alabama CARES Act Deadline
The Agribusiness Update
USDA extends free meals for school children throughout the year, and Alabama reminder of CARES Act application deadline.