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East Coast and Gulf ports shut down as dockworkers strike
The USDA does not expect “significant changes to food prices or availability in the near term” due to the work stoppage, though exporters have warned of shipment delays and higher costs.
By Alejandra Carranza • Oct. 1, 2024 -
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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 Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 30, 2024 -
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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.
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Farm groups call for White House intervention as East Coast port strike nears
East Coast and Gulf Coast seaports are extending hours and sharing contingency plans as they prepare for disruption.
By Alejandra Carranza , Sarah Zimmerman • 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 Nathan Owens • 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 -
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Deep DiveEast 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 , Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 24, 2024 -
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Ag employer group sues to block rule strengthening H-2A worker protections
The rule, which bars employers from retaliating against organizing efforts among temporary farmworkers, has already been overturned in 17 states.
By Sarah Zimmerman • 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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ColumnAgtech 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 Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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Fed cuts interest rates for first time since 2020. What does it mean for ag?
Lower rates could provide farms with some financial relief and potentially boost prospects for U.S. exports.
By Jim Tyson , Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 20, 2024 -
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EPA issues violation notice to ADM over carbon sequestration permit
A monitoring well designed to keep track of whether captured carbon is flowing to the right place had corroded, though has since been plugged.
By Lamar Johnson • Sept. 16, 2024 -
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Bank of America closes $205M deal with biofuels producer for clean fuel credits
The financial institution will purchase tax credits generated by the carbon captured at Harvestone Low Carbon Partners’ North Dakota ethanol facility.
By Lamar Johnson • Sept. 16, 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 Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 13, 2024 -
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California’s first bird flu cases in dairy cows magnifies production risks
Avian influenza has reached the top milk producing state in the nation, raising concerns about a lack of testing among farms.
By Nathan Owens • Sept. 12, 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 Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 12, 2024 -
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Maple syrup production to ‘bounce back’ after devastating season
After the world's only strategic maple reserve dwindled to a 16-year low, the industry is rebuilding in the face of continued climate challenges.
By Leah Borts-Kuperman • 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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Avocado supply shortages generate record profits
Mission Produce and Limoneira are seeing strong consumer demand even in the face of higher grocery store prices.
By Sarah Zimmerman • 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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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 Nathan Owens • 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 Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 6, 2024 -
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White House announces $7.3B clean energy financing for rural electrification
The federal funding will support clean energy projects lowering electricity costs for cooperative utilities in 23 states, according to the Biden administration.
By Ethan Howland • Sept. 6, 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 Nathan Owens • Sept. 5, 2024 -
Courtesy of Koch Fertilizer
Koch completes controversial $3.6B fertilizer plant acquisition
The sale was widely panned by lawmakers and agricultural groups, who said it further consolidates the market at the expense of taxpayers.
By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 3, 2024 -
CFO Editorial Staff
Tyson Foods appoints new CFO, replacing company heir
John R. Tyson, who was suspended earlier this summer following a drunk driving incident, is on health leave.
By Nathan Owens • Aug. 30, 2024
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