We use cookies to provide you with a better experience. By continuing to browse the site you are agreeing to our use of cookies in accordance with our Privacy Terms and Cookie Policy
Shining Light on Farm & Food Policy for 20 Years.
Sunday, August 25, 2024
A measure of world food commodity costs fell for the sixth month in a row in September, led by lower prices for vegetable oils and dairy and meat products that offset gains in grain markets.
The Labor Department on Thursday issued new regulations for employing H-2A workers that tighten standards for housing and meals while clarifying that agricultural associations can be held liable for rules violations by individual farmers.
The Environmental Protection Agency is set to advance a proposal laying out biofuel usage mandates for the next few years and likely creating credits for biogas-produced electricity.
The Food and Drug Administration is proposing some major rule changes for foods that can be marketed as “healthy," potentially allowing new products to qualify while eliminating others. But few foods are labeled as "healthy" are current rules, and experts say it's not clear how much consumers will care about the proposed new labeling system either.
North American dairy cows produce 6% more milk, consume 4% less feed and use 13% less land than they did in 2007, according to a new study from three lobbying groups.
The economic consequences of Mexico following through on a presidential decree to ban genetically modified corn in 2024 would have severe economic ramifications for the U.S. and Mexican economies, resulting in billions of dollars in losses for U.S. farmers and much higher food prices for Mexican consumers, according to a study by World Perspectives Inc.
Hurricane Ian's path through southwestern and central Florida left behind damage to citrus orchards and fall-planted crops as well as to buildings, equipment and fencing, industry officials say.