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Record Agricultural Exports and New Purple Tomatoes
The Agribusiness Update
Record agricultural exports contribute to favorable economic conditions, and Oregon State University develops new anti-oxidant rich purple tomato called Midnight Roma.
Beef-Pork Exports Down and 4-H Applauds Broadband Infrastructure
The Agribusiness Update
February exports of U.S. beef and pork remained below last year's rapid pace, and National 4-H applauds Biden's Build Back Better plan that includes rural broadband.
Ag & Climate Change Survey and NPC Unhappy with Mexico
The Agribusiness Update
A new survey shows people believe agriculture part of solution not problem when it comes to climate change, and National Potato Council expresses disappointment in Mexico's delay of decision on import of U.S. Fresh Potatoes
CFAP2 Opens for Farmers and Drought in Western States
The Agribusiness Update
The Coronavirus Food Assistance Program opens for applications for Round 2, and Drought expected to complicate growing season in Western States.
USDA on Socially Disadvantaged Farmers and Gray Wolf Delisting
The Agribusiness Update
USDA's FSA has $2-million for socially disadvantaged farmers and ranchers, and Trump's delisting of gray wolves under Biden Administration.
California Strawberry Acreage and USTR Tai Talks with EU
The Agribusiness Update
California strawberry growers prepare for big season, and U.S. Trade Representative Katherine Tai talks with her E.U. Counterparts.
USDA Staff Comes Back In and Pandemic Assistance Program Initiative
The Agribusiness Update
USDA staff begins return to county offices, and USDA announces Pandemic Assistance Program Initiative.
Weather and Water Concerns
California Ag Today
Here are a few relevant ag-related news stories from throughout the state brought to you by the California Farm Bureau.
China's New ASF Cases and Vilsack Talks Trade with China
The Agribusiness Update
New cases of African Swine Fever have been found in China, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack talks trade with China.
California Ports a Nightmare and USDA's $11.5-million for Smaller Farms
The Agribusiness Update
Ag exporters report shipping farm good through California ports is a nightmare, and USDA announces $11.5-million to help small and medium sized farms become profitable.
U.S./China Trade & Beef Opportunities and Rural Broadband House Priority
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S./China trade agreement's Phase One brings opportunities for U.S. beef and pork, and House Ag Committee Chair David Scott says rural broadband is a priority.
China Makes Huge U.S. Corn Purchase and Mexico Trade Troubles
The Agribusiness Update
China makes huge purchase of U.S. corn over four days, and the American Farm Bureau Federation and many other ag groups are calling on trade officials to enforce trade agreements with Mexico.
15% SNAP Boost and Repositioning Animal Protein
The Agribusiness Update
USDA announces 15% increase in SNAP benefits through September, and Animal Ag Alliance Stakeholders Summit to discuss repositioning animal protein to maintain spot ono our tables.
Nurseries Plant Demand Up and California Avocado Demand Strong
The Agribusiness Update
With more people at home during the pandemic, nurseries are find high demand for food plants, and California avocado demand remains strong.
U.S. Ag Exports to Ecuador and Tai Talks Tough Trade with China
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. Ag Exports to Ecuador at record pace with trade barriers for red meat, and new USTR Tai talks tough trade with China.
National 4-H Center For Sale and West Coast Produce Expo LIVE
The Agribusiness Update
The National 4-H Conference Center is up for sale thanks to the pandemic, and the West Coast Produce Expo will be held IN-PERSON in May in Las Vegas.
Absent Landlords and PMA's In-Person Foodservice Conference
The Agribusiness Update
USDA says majority of rented farmland is owned by landlords who don't farm, and the Produce Marketing Association schedules IN PERSON Foodservice Conference for July.