TOP AG NEWS
California Increases 2024 Grape Shipments
The USDA reported that season-to-date export truck shipments of California grapes have increased 42% from last year.
Corn and Soybean Stocks Up 29% from Last Year
The USDA September Grain Stocks report reveals old-crop corn and old-crop soybean stocks are up 29% from last year.
Hurricane Helene Wreaks Widespread Agricultural Damage
Presidential disaster declarations have already been issued for Florida, North Carolina and Virginia.
Eastern Seaboard and Gulf Coast Ports Contemplate Strike
U.S. agriculture could experience major disruptions if a strike by dockworkers at Eastern Seaboard and Gulf Coast ports occurs today, October 1.
USDA Food Price Forecast Updated for 2024 and 2025
The USDA recently modified its forecast for food prices in 2024 and 2025. The report indicates food prices in 2024 are now expected to rise 2.2%, a smaller increase than previously thought.
New Auction Platform Allows Consumers to Buy Directly from Beef Producers
Ranchers are now able to sell high-quality beef on auction directly to customers through a new Bid on Beef platform.
Bill for Year-Round E15 Availability introduced In U.S. House
On Friday, the Nationwide Consumer and Fuel Retailer Choice Act was introduced to the U.S. House.
Cattle Herd Rebuilding Expected to Move Slowly After Drought Years
The Drovers 2024 State of Beef Industry report found that 23% of cattle ranchers who had reduced their herd due…
USDA to Purchase U.S.-Grown Commodities for International Food Security Initiatives
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is setting aside $466.5 million to boost global food security through the McGovern-Dole International Food for Education and Child Nutrition Program and the Food for Progress program.
Hurricane Helene’s Impact on Citrus, Avocados and Other Crops in Southeast U.S.
As of Sept. 26, Hurricane Helene was poised to make landfall on the Gulf Coast. Experts expect the storm could strengthen into a Category 4 hurricane after reaching land.