U.S., Mexico Dairy Industries to Collaborate
Leading dairy representatives from the U.S. and Mexico met this week to renew their commitment to collaborate and advocate for mutually beneficial dairy policies. This was the sixth meeting between top U.S. and Mexico dairy organizations since
Johnson Introduces Bill to Streamline Broadband Installation
Representative Dusty Johnson (R-SD) introduced legislation to streamline the permitting process for broadband infrastructure projects. The FOREST Act is intended to cut down on bureaucratic red tape to improve broadband access in rural America. “Regulations and red
12,000 People Visit Ag on the Mall
The Association of Equipment Manufacturers partnered with other ag industry stakeholders to showcase American agriculture at the National Mall in Washington, D.C. It was a chance to show the public how farmers feed and fuel the world
The World Pork Expo Draws Nearer
The National Pork Producers Council hosts the 2024 World Pork Expo June 5-6 at the Iowa State Fairgrounds in Des Moines. The NPPC invites those attending the event to engage with the latest insights across all facets
Global Pork Production Returning to Profitability
A recent Rabobank report says the global pork industry is starting to shift as sow herd numbers begin to plateau after declining for some time. The stabilization is a result of better-than-expected consumption trends coupled with reduced
Brazil Floods Hit Food Silos, Disrupt Shipping
Heavy flooding in southern Brazil has hit food storage facilities in lower areas and hampered producers’ ability to get grain shipped to ports. Port News says that’s jeopardizing the nation’s exports and causing significant trouble for the
FDA Hosting Webinar on Ag Water Final Rule
The Food and Drug Administration published a rule replacing the pre-harvest water quality criteria and testing requirements set in 2015. The new rule adopts a systems-based approach to identify and mitigate potential contamination risks. On May 20
Farmers Making Fewer Changes
Low commodity prices, high input costs, and disappointing 2023 growing season results are influencing farmer decisions in 2024. The “2024 Farmer Speaks” survey reveals that farmers are taking a more conservative approach in their decision-making. They’re making
Meat Institute Updates Animal Handling Guidelines
To help drive the meat industry forward, the Meat Institute has updated its Animal Handling Guidelines and Animal Welfare Audit. The changes include scores for each criterion, allowing the Institute’s members to set goals. The Meat Institute
USDA Looking for Committee Members
The USDA is seeking nominations for four positions on the Federal Advisory Committee for Urban Agriculture and Innovative Production. USDA will accept nominations until July 7. The 12-member Committee, which first convened in 2022, is part of