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California Almond Crop Estimates and USDA Farm to School Grants
The Agribusiness Update
California growers are expected to harvest 2.8 billion meat pounds of almonds this year, 13% more than last year, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack says USDA is awarding a record-breaking $14.3 million in Farm to School Grants.
Cherry Estimates from USDA
Fruit Grower Report
U.S. sweet cherry production for this year is forecast at 355,000 tons, up slightly from last year according to the USDA's Lance Honig.
New High for Crop Insurance and Food Price Index Up Slightly
The Agribusiness Update
For the first time, farmers and ranchers bought crop insurance policies on more than 500 million acres last year, and the U.N. Food and Agricultural Organization’s Food Price Index stood at 120.4 points in May, up 0.9% from its April level.
New High for Crop Insurance and Food Price Index Up Slightly
The Agribusiness Update
For the first time, farmers and ranchers bought crop insurance policies on more than 500 million acres last year, and the U.N. Food and Agricultural Organization’s Food Price Index stood at 120.4 points in May, up 0.9% from its April level.
Comeback for Georgia Peaches and Railroad Staffing Shortages
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Peaches are poised to kick off an unprecedented run through produce departments and farmer’s markets, and Senator Tammy Baldwin, of Wisconsin, called on the six Class One railroads to address severe staffing shortages.
Cherry Estimates 2024 Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
Estimates for this year’s cherry crop are out giving reason for cautious optimism as the industry waits to see how the next few weeks play out.
Georgia Peaches On Track and Certified Organic Record
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia Peaches are making a big comeback after last year's disaster, and U.S. sales of certified organic products in 2023 reached a new record.
Cherry Estimates 2024 Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
Estimates for this year’s cherry crop are out giving reason for cautious optimism as the industry waits to see how the next few weeks play out.
Orange Forecast Down and Beef Exports Down
The Agribusiness Update
The Florida all orange forecast, at 17.8 million boxes, 801,000 tons, is down 5% from the previous forecast but up 13% from last season, and U.S. Meat Export Federation data shows beef exports below last March’s large volume, but the highest since last June.
Georgia Peaches Look to Rebound and Farmers Understanding Sustainability
The Agribusiness Update
Georgia peach growers are looking forward to a fruitful season as the weather this year has been near-perfect for the sensitive crop, and new research reveals a vast majority of American farmers have an understanding of sustainable farming.
Fertilizer Prices Stabilize and Vilsack on Rural Infrastructure Funding
The Agribusiness Update
After sharp spikes in fertilizer prices in 2022, farmers saw some relief last year as prices stabilized, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced an investment of over $772 million for rural infrastructure projects.
Apple Waste OSU Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.
Apple Waste OSU Pt 1
Fruit Grower Report
A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.
World Ag Productivity Falling Short and Americans and Record Food Spending
The Agribusiness Update
The Global Agricultural Productivity Report says the world’s ag productivity is consistently falling short of the target growth rate, and Americans spent a record amount on food last year, even with inflation considered.
Beef Myth Busting Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With misinformation being spread questioning the safety and quality of beef products sold in the U.S., should we be worried about eating it?
California's Water Flow Measures and RFA Blasts EPA's Science Advisory Board
The Agribusiness Update
California Water Resources Control Board delay minimum instream river flows with plans to adopt interim measures, and RFA sends letter to EPA Administrator blasting the agency’s Science Advisory Board.
California's Water Flow Measures and RFA Blasts EPA's Science Advisory Board
The Agribusiness Update
California Water Resources Control Board delay minimum instream river flows with plans to adopt interim measures, and RFA sends letter to EPA Administrator blasting the agency’s Science Advisory Board.
Citrus Greening Research and RFA Blasts EPA's Science Advisory Board
The Agribusiness Update
USDA researchers find potential remedy that boosts a citrus tree’s natural resistance to diseases, and RFA sends letter to EPA Administrator blasting the agency’s Science Advisory Board.
Beef Myth Busting Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
With misinformation being spread questioning the safety and quality of beef products sold in the U.S., should we be worried about eating it?