White House Requests $21 Billion in Disaster Aid for Farmers and Rural Communities Impacted by Natural Disasters On Monday, the Biden administration formally requested $21 billion in disaster aid from…
As Congress reconvenes after the election of President-elect Donald Trump, the potential for an emergency relief package for farmers has become a focal point. With farmers struggling due to falling…
1. Weekly USDA U.S. Beef and Pork Export Sales Beef: For the week ending October 24, 2024, U.S. beef export net sales reached 8,000 metric tons (MT), marking a marketing-year…
Agriculture, one of humanity’s most essential industries, is experiencing a transformative technological revolution. Driven by climate change, population growth, and environmental challenges, agri-tech innovators are developing advanced solutions in precision…
In September, grocery prices experienced their largest jump since January, with a 0.4% increase driven by price hikes across various staple foods, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).…
East Coast dockworkers reach a tentative wage agreement, ending a strike that threatened U.S. agricultural exports and disrupting supply chains. Introduction: Strike Ends with Tentative Wage Agreement In a significant…
America’s farmers and producers are the backbone of our nation’s agricultural economy and food security. Despite their critical role in our lives – to feed, clothe, and fuel not only…
Arizona-based Eagle Produce LLC from Scottsdale is recalling 224 cases of whole cantaloupe melon because of the potential for Salmonella contamination. The fruit was distributed between August 13 and 17…
Midland Valley High School is starting the school year with a larger greenhouse, and Agricultural Education teacher Jean Smith says it is time for a change. "It's twice the size…
This development marks the first product approved in the country specifically aimed at reducing methane emissions from livestock. South Korea, a signatory of the Global Methane Pledge, has a cattle…
A chickpea crop show above-average yield potential north of Moree as it starts to flower two weeks ago. Photo: FarmSimple, Croppa Creek LIMITATIONS to road and rail capabilities are expected…
Farmers who grow the crops being hammered the hardest by commodity market declines are hitting Capitol Hill this week, accompanied by ag bankers and Farm Credit lenders, to make a last-ditch…
By Sebastian Ramírez Earlier this year, the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) imposed new rules on the use of agricultural water during pre-harvest for fresh produce exported to the…
These are FreshFruitPortal.com's top seven stories of the week. Report alleges US avocado sellers continue sourcing from deforested Mexican land U.S.-based NGO Climate Rights International published a study alleging that…
The presidential campaign of Democrat Kamala Harris has named Matt Hildreth, the founder and executive director of RuralOrganizing.org, as its national rural outreach director.Shawn Sebastian, director of organizing at RuralOrganizing,…
A new study by researchers in Iran has shown that replacing traditional barley grain feed with potato processing by-products, such as heated potato slice waste (HPSW) and French fries waste…
Hydroponics has emerged as a sustainable alternative to agriculture. However, new technologies such as Industry 4.0, the Internet of Things (IoT), and artificial intelligence are needed to keep up with…
SEKOYA® initially developed the LIVIE™ Dispenser as an answer to the new European Packaging and Packaging Waste Regulation (PPWR), getting close to becoming EU law which states that as of…
Explore the top players in the global animal feed industry with this report. Discover the largest companies driving innovation and sustainability.