Conagra Brands Reports First-Quarter Profit
Conagra Brands reports a 46% profit increase in Q1 2025 despite plant disruptions and lower sales across segments, with a focus on reshaping its product portfolio. Introduction: Conagra Brands Swings…
East Coast Dockworkers End Strike After Tentative Agreement
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…
Brazil’s Poultry Prices Drop Against Record Production & Strong Export Performance
Brazil’s chicken meat production hit record highs in Q2 2024, but prices fell despite strong export performance due to oversupply in the market. Introduction: A Challenging Quarter for Brazil’s Chicken…
McDonald’s Unveils Chicken Big Mac
McDonald’s Unveils Chicken Big Mac as LTO Innovation: A New Twist on an Iconic Classic McDonald’s introduces the Chicken Big Mac as an exciting Limited-Time Offering (LTO) on October 10,…
Martina Müller Appointed Managing Director of FrieslandCampina Iberia, Italy, and France
Martina Müller takes on the role of managing director at FrieslandCampina Iberia, Italy, and France, focusing on expanding the business in key markets and enhancing sustainability efforts. Introduction: Martina Müller…
Lamb Weston Announces Closure of Connell Facility and Workforce Reductions Amid Economic Challenges
Lamb Weston plans to close its Connell facility, cut 428 jobs, and restructure its operations to address soft demand and increase cost efficiency. Discover more here. Introduction: Lamb Weston Announces…
Mondelēz Acquires Stake in Urban Legend to Expand Healthier Pastry Offerings
Mondelēz acquires a minority stake in Urban Legend, a UK-based bakery known for healthier doughnuts and pastries. Learn how this partnership supports the better-for-you trend. Introduction: Mondelēz Backs Healthier Bakery…
EU Delays Deforestation Law: What It Means for Global Trade and Environmental Policies
The EU delays its deforestation law, giving companies more time to comply. Discover how this decision impacts global trade and environmental efforts. Introduction: EU Deforestation Law Delayed In response to…
How the U.S. Port Strike Could Cripple the US Economy & Distrupt Global Trade
A U.S. port strike threatens to cripple the American economy, disrupt global trade, and cause long-lasting ripple effects worldwide. Discover the potential consequences in this analysis. The U.S. economy is…
Shanghai Containerized Freight Index Drops 43% in Q3: A Detailed Analysis
The Shanghai Containerized Freight Index (SCFI) has seen a dramatic 43% drop in Q3 2024, marking the largest non-pandemic decline since 2009. Explore the factors behind this fall and its…
Opinion: The dire state of the american farm economy
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…
Historic U.S. Port Strike: The Global Ripple Effect on Supply Chains
A historic dockworker strike at U.S. East and Gulf Coast seaports could severely disrupt global supply chains, leading to product shortages and economic instability. Introduction A massive dockworker strike is…
Hurricane Helene Forces Operational Disruptions at Wayne-Sanderson Farms
Hurricane Helene’s impact forces Wayne-Sanderson Farms to adjust plant operations across Alabama, Georgia, and North Carolina. Find out the latest updates. Introduction As Hurricane Helene, a powerful Category 4 storm,…
JBS Faces Allegations Over Worker Living Conditions in Colorado
JBS is accused by UFCW Local 7 of facilitating unsafe housing for immigrant workers at its Greeley, Colorado plant. Workers share their troubling experiences. Introduction JBS, one of the world’s…
Tyson Foods Faces Lawsuit Over “Climate-Friendly” Beef Claims
Tyson Foods is being sued for allegedly misleading consumers with its “climate-friendly” beef claims, raising concerns over greenwashing in the meat industry. Introduction In an era where sustainability is a…
Flood-Hit European Farmers to Receive €120 Million in Aid from European Commission
The European Commission announces a €120 million aid package to support farmers in countries hit hardest by extreme rain and weather events in 2024. IntroductionFarmers across Europe who have faced…
Land-Based Salmon Company Nordic Aqua Partners Raises $33 Million for China Project Expansion
Nordic Aqua Partners raises $33 million to finance the expansion of its China-based facility and repay short-term loans, overcoming challenges in the salmon farming industry. IntroductionNordic Aqua Partners, a leading…
USDA Invests $466.5 Million in Global Agricultural Development Projects to Boost Food Security
USDA allocates $466.5 million to strengthen global food security through education, climate-smart agriculture, and trade facilitation in developing countries. IntroductionIn a significant step towards addressing global food security, the U.S.…
US Port Labor Dispute Threatens Agricultural Products: A Looming Economic Crisis
A potential US port labor strike could disrupt agricultural exports and imports, significantly affecting chilled meat, eggs, soybeans, and other vital products.
JBS CEO Unveils Bold Plan to Tackle Climate Change and Global Hunger Through Sustainable Food Systems
The fight against climate change and the challenge of feeding the world’s population are not mutually exclusive goals. In fact, they can and must be tackled together. This was the…