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Expert Looks At The Global Impact Of Food Waste
Expert Looks At The Global Impact Of Food Waste
Expert Looks At The Global Impact Of Food Waste
How does food waste impact the global population? Roger Thurow of the Hunger Solutions Institute at Auburn University said food loss in a problem that impacts everyone on the planet and the problem is only getting worse. “It is one of the great outrages in our world today that as much as one-third of all food is either lost at the farm, trade, or processing stages, or wasted, thrown away at the re
Europe Farms can Till Fallow Land
Europe Farms can Till Fallow Land
Europe Farms can Till Fallow Land
The European Commission approved a $550 million package for its farmers, who can now grow food and feed crops on fallowed land without losing they’re “greening payments.” Successful Farming said the move comes in response to Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. EU’s Ag Commissioner ...
Smithfield Foods Contributes $2M to Ukraine Crisis Relief Efforts
Smithfield Foods announced this week cash and in-kind donations totaling $2 million to crisis relief efforts aiding the citizens of Ukraine and those seeking refuge in surrounding areas. Smithfield will expand ongoing refugee relocation and aid assistance underway through its operations in Central Europe with $250,000 donations to each the Global Red Cross Network, Mercy Chefs, Save the Children
Tariff Agreement with EU Reopens Doors for US Agriculture Exports
Tariff Agreement with EU Reopens Doors for US Agriculture Exports
Tariff Agreement with EU Reopens Doors for US Agriculture Exports
On Sunday, the United States and European Union announced an end to the trade conflict of steel and aluminum tariffs, welcome news for agriculture. The United States will not apply section 232 duties and will allow duty-free importation of steel and aluminum from the EU at a historical-based volume, and the EU will suspend related tariffs on U ...
Tai Talks Trade With Wisconsin Dairy Farmers
Tai Talks Trade With Wisconsin Dairy Farmers
Tai Talks Trade With Wisconsin Dairy Farmers
Last week, U.S. Trade Representative Kathrine Tai traveled to Wisconsin to meet with dairy farmers. Several producers voiced their concerns and priorities for dairy exports, specifically when it comes to trade issues with Canada under USMCA ...
Despite Difficult Year For Exports, USMEF Optimistic About The Future
Despite Difficult Year For Exports, USMEF Optimistic About The Future
Despite Difficult Year For Exports, USMEF Optimistic About The Future
U.S. beef exports to the European Union have struggled over the past year due to limited opportunities in Europe’s food service and hospitality sectors. But, U.S. Meat Export Federation’s Yuri Barutkin said exports are poised for a comeback, thanks to the gradual reopening of food service and newly developed retail channels. He noted ...
Poultry Owners Nationwide Warned Of Possible Bird Flu Outbreak
Poultry Owners Nationwide Warned Of Possible Bird Flu Outbreak
Poultry Owners Nationwide Warned Of Possible Bird Flu Outbreak
We recently told you that the Washington state Department of Agriculture is warning of a possible bird flu outbreak, similar to what was reported seven years ago. Its become a nationally issue, as concerns are growing about a potential highly-pathogenic avian influenza outbreak ...
Over 25 Years, Ag Export Destinations Shift
Over 25 Years, Ag Export Destinations Shift
Over 25 Years, Ag Export Destinations Shift
The face of Ag trade in the U.S., and where American goods land have changed considerably over a quarter of a century. The United States is the world’s second-largest agricultural trader, trailing only the European Union. American ag exports grew significantly over the last 25 years, from $46.1 bil ...
Despite Good News Virus Still Weighs On Oil Prices
Despite Good News Virus Still Weighs On Oil Prices
Despite Good News Virus Still Weighs On Oil Prices
Thanks to a variety of uncertainties over the past couple of months, the coronavirus continues to dominate fuel and oil price news. In Monday’s trade, West Texas Crude was trading slightly above $41 per barrel, virtually the same price we’ve seen for weeks. Daniel ...

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