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Low-Tariff Beef to Japan and Bird Flu Outbreaks Serious
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. quota for low-tariff beef imports in Japan was filled by the end of February, the fastest rate since 2020, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the USDA is taking the cross-species outbreak of HPAI very seriously.
Low-Tariff Beef to Japan and Bird Flu Outbreaks Serious
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. quota for low-tariff beef imports in Japan was filled by the end of February, the fastest rate since 2020, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says the USDA is taking the cross-species outbreak of HPAI very seriously.
Florida Blueberry Season and Bird Flu Found in Cattle
The Agribusiness Update
Ready to pick your own blueberries or buy them at the grocery store? Florida’s blueberry season is here, and the USDA, FDA, and CDC announced the detection of Bird Flu in cattle.
Succession Planning Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
What are your plans for the family farm when it comes time to hang it up? If you’re a Baby Boomer, like so many farmers today, that day is coming much faster than we’d like. Jeff DeWald, Managing Member of Agribusiness Succession Advisors, explains.
Succession Planning Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
What are your plans for the family farm when it comes time to hang it up? If you’re a Baby Boomer, like so many farmers today, that day is coming much faster than we’d like. Jeff DeWald, Managing Member of Agribusiness Succession Advisors, explains.
Japanese Beetle Numbers Down and Injunction on Prop 65 Impact on Glyphosate
The Agribusiness Update
The Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Pest Program sees its first substantial decline in the number of Japanese beetles, and Ninth Circuit Appeals Court recently affirmed a permanent injunction prohibiting California's Prop 65 warning requirement related to glyphosate.
and Injunction on Prop 65 Impact on Glyphosate
The Agribusiness Update
USDA proposes changes to standards for grades of shelled and whole pecans, and Ninth Circuit Appeals Court recently affirmed a permanent injunction prohibiting California's Prop 65 warning requirement related to glyphosate.
Japanese Beetle Numbers Down and Injunction on Prop 65 Impact on Glyphosate
The Agribusiness Update
The Washington State Department of Agriculture’s Pest Program sees its first substantial decline in the number of Japanese beetles, and Ninth Circuit Appeals Court recently affirmed a permanent injunction prohibiting California's Prop 65 warning requirement related to glyphosate.
Future of Food Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Mike Lee, co-founder of Alpha Food Labs, talks about the Future of Food and where the marketplace is headed when it comes to food choices.
Future of Food Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Mike Lee, co-founder of Alpha Food Labs, talks about the Future of Food and where the marketplace is headed when it comes to food choices.
New Nutrition Standards Proposed for School Meals
Southeast Regional Ag News
At the USDA Conversation on Healthy School Meals Roundtable, Vilsack says, “Our commitment to the school meal programs comes from a common goal we all share – keeping kids healthy and helping them reach their full potential.”
Are PFAS Chemicals Now Agriculture's Problem?
Southeast Regional Ag News
The American Farm Bureau Federation is urging a pause on regulation until more information is known.
Mexican Fruit Fly in San Diego and U.S. Meat Exports to Columbia Strong
The Agribusiness Update
77-square-miles of San Diego County under quarantine after Mexican Fruit fly infestation discovered, and U.S. pork and beef exports to Columbia rebound strong.
Florida Signs $24.8 million Ag Deal with USDA and Meat Exports to Columbia
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried signs $24.8 million deal with USDA under Local Food Purchase Assistance Cooperative, and U.S. beef and pork exports to Columbia show strong rebound.
USDA Trade Mission to the Philippines a Success
Farm of the Future
USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service Administrator Daniel Whitely recently led a trade mission to the Philippines.
California Pistachio Expansion and CPI Highest in 41 Years
The Agribusiness Update
California Pistachios are becoming the fastest-growing tree nut in terms of acreage expansion, and the Consumer Price Index sees highest increase since 1981.
USDA Watershed Projects in North Carolina and ASF Vaccine Tested
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announces funding for watershed infrastructure projects in North Carolina, and African Swine Fever vaccine passes first round of tests.