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  • A man is seen putting up a cardboard sign warning of road closures next to a logo for Hickory Nut Gap Farm
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    Hurricane Helene devastates farms across the Southeast

    Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp said "every commodity in the state has been damaged," with cotton farmers anticipating hundreds of millions of dollars in losses.

    By Sept. 30, 2024
  • Democrats propose paying livestock producers to transition away from ‘factory farming’

    The plan is a gambit to ensure Inflation Reduction Act funding goes to climate-smart agriculture practices that would have the biggest environmental impact.

    By Sept. 27, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    Agtech Seedlings: Plenty opens ‘world’s first’ indoor berry farm

    In other farm technology news, Ginkgo Bioworks partners with a Missouri-based firm on cost-effective animal feed, and Minnesota’s Ag Innovation Campus closes after one year.

    By Sept. 27, 2024
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    JBS accused of abusing immigrant workers at Colorado beef plant

    As many as 500 French-speaking immigrants were allegedly subject to human trafficking and forced to pay hundreds of dollars for poor living conditions, job applications and transportation.

    By Sept. 26, 2024
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    Aldi to fund farm sustainability pilots as it targets net-zero by 2050

    The grocer’s parent company said it will work on projects to cut emissions in dairy and meat supply chains as it unveils lofty climate goals around deforestation and sourcing. 

    By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 25, 2024
  • Dairy cows wade in water at a farm in Turlock, California in 2006.
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    Colombia ends ban on US beef imports

    The South American country was the only nation to restrict trade in response to the bird flu outbreak in dairy cows.

    By Sept. 25, 2024
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    East and Gulf coast port strikes: A shipper’s guide

    A potential dockworker strike starting Oct. 1 would upend meat and grain trade and bring new supply chain slowdowns. Here’s how to prepare.

    By Alejandra Carranza , Sept. 24, 2024
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    White Castle to shutter Indiana meat processing plant

    The hamburger restaurant chain is also closing a retail food facility in Kentucky as it looks to consolidate its manufacturing efforts.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Sept. 23, 2024
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    Tyson sued over ‘climate smart’ beef and other ‘greenwashing’ claims

    The meat company’s sustainability commitments are deceiving consumers, according to the Environmental Working Group.

    By Sept. 20, 2024
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    Agtech seedlings: University of Kentucky to herd cattle with drones

    In other farm technology news: Farm management platform CropX acquires a nitrogen-sensing startup, and S2G Ventures invests to expand rural broadband.

    By Sept. 20, 2024
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    JBS unlocks renewable gas production at US beef and poultry plants

    With help from GreenGasUSA’s on-site systems, the Brazil-based meat giant plans to transform methane from its wastewater streams into sustainable fuel.

    By Sept. 18, 2024
  • A tractor is seen spreading manure-based fertilizer on a field.
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    EPA says it has no obligation to regulate PFAS in biosolid fertilizers

    The agency filed a motion to dismiss a lawsuit brought by Texas farmers who allege they’ve been harmed by contamination from “forever chemicals” after spreading sewage sludge on agricultural land.

    By Jacob Wallace • Sept. 18, 2024
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    Cal-Maine takes majority stake of egg processor to expand into prepared foods

    A new joint venture with wrap and crepe maker Crepini comes as producers look to boost profits through value-added products.

    By Sept. 13, 2024
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    Big banks pressed to stop financing livestock production over climate concerns

    An open letter singles out JPMorgan Chase, Bank of America and other institutions for their support of food giants like JBS, saying lending activities undermine the sector’s environmental commitments.

    By Sept. 12, 2024
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    Can a farm bill pass in 2024?

    Threats of yet another government shutdown are likely to derail a last-ditch effort to pass the agricultural spending bill. The election itself could lead to further delays.

    By Sept. 11, 2024
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    Chomps to open Missouri meat snack manufacturing plant

    The facility builds on a partnership with contract manufacturer Western Smokehouse Partners.

    By Joelle Anselmo • Sept. 11, 2024
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    US beef and pork exports soar through the summer

    Strong demand from Mexico could lead to a record year for pork even as other countries struggle with economic headwinds.

    By Sept. 10, 2024
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    Vital Farms adds chief supply chain officer role

    Joe Holland will be responsible for the egg company’s logistics, production operations and food safety quality assurance.

    By Alejandra Carranza • Sept. 10, 2024
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    EPA awards $15M to research how PFAS contaminate food and farmland

    The grants, which will fund studies to reduce the impact of "forever chemicals" on crops and livestock, come as a group of farmers sue the agency over a lack of regulation.

    By Sept. 9, 2024
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    Cargill buys 2 feed mills from a pet food company

    The food giant is looking to build out its animal nutrition capabilities as U.S. pet care sales soar.

    By Sept. 9, 2024
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    Farm income to fall far less than expected in revised USDA forecast

    The department is no longer expecting a record profit drop in 2024 as production expenses decline and rising meat and egg prices boost the livestock sector.

    By Sept. 6, 2024
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    Farmers are getting less for their crops. Here’s the full breakdown.

    While prices in July were sharply lower compared to a year ago for most commodities, meat and dairy producers benefited from lower supply.

    By Sept. 5, 2024
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    Hormel challenged by weak whole turkey prices

    Despite headwinds in the commodity market, the food processor saw higher demand for ground turkey and other branded products as more consumers make  meals at home.

    By Sept. 5, 2024
  • Chicken from Foster Farms is seen in a grocery store
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    USDA tightens guidance for use of ‘antibiotic free’ and other meat labels

    The updates are meant to signal the department “will take enforcement action” against producers who make false or misleading claims around how animals are raised.

    By Sept. 4, 2024
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    Drought takes hold of the US following a hot summer. How will crops be affected?

    A significant increase in dry conditions across the country is increasing the risk of damage to winter wheat, cotton and other commodities. 

    By Sept. 4, 2024