TOP AG NEWS
FDA to Work With the USDA in Regulating Gene-Edited Meat
As discussions surrounding gene-edited meat have escalated, a longstanding debate about regulatory oversight is finally being resolved.
2,4-D Herbicide Tariff Petition Progresses Forward
Corteva, the only U.S.-based 2,4-D manufacturer, initially petitioned to have tariffs placed on 2,4-D herbicides from India and China.
University of California, Davis Terminates Strawberry Licensing Agreements with Eurosemillas S.A
Strawberry varieties developed at UC Davis produce nearly 60% of strawberries consumed worldwide.
The USDA Announces $300 Million to Diversify Exports
Sixty-six organizations will receive $300 million to develop new export markets for U.S. agricultural products.
Wheat Council Winter Wheat Tour Predicts 46.5 Bushels Per Acre Yield
The Wheat Council's three-day Hard Winter Wheat Tour concluded last week.
Ag Groups Respond to House Farm Bill
Industry agricultural groups posted responses to the House farm bill released late last week.
Class III Milk Climbs $4.38 in One Month
A swift recovery in cheese demand and negative production growth have driven the price of Class III milk from $16,53 per cwt. on April 15 to $21.36 on May 13.
House Farm Bill Draft Released Ahead of Markup
On Friday, House Ag Chair G.T. Thompson released the House farm bill draft, anticipating a markup this Thursday.
Foreign Plastic Regulations Could Make It Difficult To Transport Fresh Produce
New regulations for plastics in the European Union and Canada could impact fresh produce growers and exporters.
High Interest Rates and Input Costs Put Pressure on Cattle Production
While pasture conditions have improved and feed costs have been declining as the drought eases, cattle farmers continue to sell off cattle in the face of historically low inventories.