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Potatoes to Mexico Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
After more than 25 years of disputes and legal obstructions, the first shipment of U.S. fresh potatoes traveled south across the border into Mexico May 11th, and National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says it's a great first step.
Russian River Water Solutions and Restaurant Closures
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers along California's Russian River are proposing solutions to water supply issues, and more data on restaurant closures caused by pandemic.
Nutrien's Ammonia Facility in Louisiana and Restaurant Closures
The Agribusiness Update
Nutrien is evaluating a Louisiana site for world's biggest clean ammonia facility, and the latest numbers for restaurant closures caused by pandemic.
Potatoes to Mexico Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
After more than 25 years of disputes and legal obstructions, the first shipment of U.S. fresh potatoes traveled south across the border into Mexico May 11th, and National Potato Council CEO Kam Quarles says it's a great first step.
Agriculture's GHG Emissions Fall and Beef Demand Remains Strong
The Agribusiness Update
Agriculture's greenhouse gas emissions fall 4.3%, and beef demand remains strong despite rising prices.
United Grain Corporation Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Vancouver-based United Grain Corporation CEO Augusto Bassanini shares UGC's new "United for Success" brand evolution campaign designed to bring success for every stakeholder in grain exports.
United Grain Corporation Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Vancouver-based United Grain Corporation CEO Augusto Bassanini shares UGC's new "United for Success" brand evolution campaign designed to bring success for every stakeholder in grain exports.
Russian River Irrigation Restrictions and Farm Bill Survey
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers and ranchers are likely to see further irrigation restrictions in California's Russian River watershed, and Purdue University releases results from a survey on consumers opinions on the next Farm bill.
Georgia Eagles with Bird Flu and Farm Bill Survey
The Agribusiness Update
Avian Influenza has been detected in bald eagles in Georgia, and Perdue University releases results from a survey to get consumer opinions on policy priorities in the next Farm Bill.
Drought in Central Valley and Meatpacking Bosses to Testify in Congress
The Agribusiness Update
Drought means tough choices for farmers in California's Central Valley this year, and CEO's from four of the nation's biggest meatpackers have agreed to testify before Congress.
Florida Stone Fruit Field Day and Meatpacking Bosses Testify in Congress
The Agribusiness Update
Florida's Stone Fruit Field Day set for tomorrow, and CEO's from the four biggest meatpacking companies agree to testify before Congress.
Cherry Health Benefits Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
If you're looking to eat healthier, Northwest Cherry Growers President BJ Thurlby says he's got a great option.
Strawberry Demand Boosts Plantings and Rail Service Delays
The Agribusiness Update
Strong demand for strawberries has boosted plantings on California farms, and Growth Energy calls for action on rail delays.
Alabama Farm-City Committee Contests and Rail Service Delays
The Agribusiness Update
Alabama Farm-City Committee's poster, essay and video contests given inspiration by farmers, and Growth Energy calls for action on rail service delays.
Cherry Health Benefits Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
If you're looking to eat healthier, Northwest Cherry Growers President BJ Thurlby says he's got a great option.
Rising Food Prices Haven’t Trickled Down to the Farmer
California Ag Today
The USDA’s Economic Research Service says the Consumer Price Index for all food rose one percent from January to February. Food prices in February were 7.9 percent higher than in February 2021. Scott Brown, an associate extension professor of agricultural and applied economics at the University of Missouri, says while food prices have gone up, farmers aren’t getting an increasing share of the food dollar.
Are Higher Food Price Impacting Consumer Demand?
Southeast Regional Ag News
Gone to the grocery store lately? Food prices are up and climbing. Dr. Scott Brown discusses consumer demand.
California Pest Management Research and U.S. Beef Exports Remain Hot
The Agribusiness Update
The California Department of Food and Agriculture awards $1.5 million for pest management research, and U.S. beef exports remain hot.
Fried Applauds USDA Fertilizer Investment and U.S. Beef Exports Remain High
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried applauds the USDA investment in U.S. fertilizer production, and U.S. Beef Exports remain high.