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New Red Spinach and SNAP Participation Down
The Agribusiness Update
USDA releases new "red spinach," and Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program participation down.
China Buys U.S. Pork and Combine Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
China reportedly buys more U.S. pork to make up for hogs lost to African Swine Fever, and Combine sales in September move higher in U.S. and Canada.
Taste Washington Day in School Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Taste Washington Day kicks off Farm to School Month on Tuesday, October 2nd.
Taste Washington Day in School Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Taste Washington Day kicks off Farm to School Month on Tuesday, October 2nd.
Glyphosate Labeling and Distinguished Service in FFA
The Agribusiness Update
The EPA says no to labels linking glyphosate to cancer, and Distinguished Service awards for three at National FFA Convention.
Cal Initiative & Pork Prices and Gen Z Shopping Patterns
The Agribusiness Update
California initiative likely to push pork prices higher, and move over Millennials because Gen Zers are changing shopping patterns.
SNAP Participation Drops and Trump Threatens Tariffs
The Agribusiness Update
SNAP participation drops 3%, and President Trump renews threats on Chinese goods.
SNAP Fraud Funding and WA GMO Wheat
The Agribusiness Update
$5.1-million awarded to SNAP Fraud Framework grants, and GMO wheat found in Washington state from two Monsanto strains.
Pears and Health Benefits
Fruit Grower Report
It's probably not shocking news, but Northwest Pears are chalk full of health benefits!
U.S. Beef to Japan and USDA Pig Testing
The Agribusiness Update
U.S. and Japan agree to eliminate Japan's longstanding restrictions on U.S. beef, and USDA working on plan to test pigs in the even African Swine Fever is found in U.S.
NFU Opposes SNAP Requirements and Trump Meets w/ China
The Agribusiness Update
National Farmers Union opposes proposed tightening of SNAP work requirements, and President meets with Chinese officials to talk trade.
Start Simple with MyPlate and China Buys More Soybeans
The Agribusiness Update
USDA unveils new nutrition program with Start Simple with MyPlate, and China buys more soybeans.
China Trade Deal Inches Along and Trump Budget Cuts
The Agribusiness Update
China trade deal inches along, and Trump's latest budget look familiar to agriculture.
China Waiting Out U.S. on Trade and Broccoli for Chicken Study
The Agribusiness Update
Economist says China just wants to survive Trump, and UC Davis study see nutritional benefits adding broccoli byproducts to chicken feed.
Pears Heart Healthy in February and March
Fruit Grower Report
February is American Heart Month and March is National Nutrition Month, and USA Pears can relate to both.
U.S. Vs Ag Economy and Dairy Substitute Confusion
The Agribusiness Update
The U.S. Economy purrs while the Agriculture economy still growling, and survey shows consumer confusion over milk substitute labeling.
US Beef to Morocco and Cheese Surplus Liquidation
The Agribusiness Update
Morocco market opens for U.S. Beef, and American Dairy Coalition calls on Trump to liquidate U.S. Cheese surplus.
Frozen Raspberries
Fruit Grower Report
Fresh or frozen? When choosing your red raspberries, frozen is not a bad option.
Hazelnut Health Study Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
OSU study looks at the health benefits of hazelnuts for older people.
Hazelnut Health Study Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
OSU study looks at the health benefits of hazelnuts for older people.