Potatoes
Boise Potato Days reclaimed the Guinness World Record for the largest serving of french fries.
BASF urges potato and soybean growers to stay ahead of white mold, a disease that can persist in fields, threaten crop performance, and must be managed quickly.
New regulations aim to reduce the threat from Prince Edward Island while allowing safe trade to continue.
Fresh potato access was not included despite being a priority during negotiations.
USDA price-index data shows the producer index for all potatoes fell 14.5 percent from last year and 18.2 percent from five years ago.
Washington State Potato Commission Executive Director Chris Voight says China has emerged as one of the biggest competitors in global potato markets, reducing U.S. sales across the Pacific Rim.
Persistent drought and weak market conditions are forcing growers to rethink long-standing practices.
Farm Bureau economist Dr. Faith Parum joins to discuss Fourth of July cookout costs, food price trends, factors contributing to higher grocery bills, and the relationship between consumer food prices and farm income.
Mike Stranz joins us to discuss farm safety net reforms, NFU’s proposed IMSET program, and the challenges facing family farmers nationwide.