Specialty Crops
Texas A&M researchers are studying whether prickly pear could offer drought-prone regions a new crop opportunity, but commercial markets and processing infrastructure still need development.
New duties on Canadian mushrooms could support U.S. growers while raising import costs.
The new trade measure could redirect more U.S. pecans into domestic and alternative export markets.
Farm Bureau says fresh fruit and vegetable imports have surged 70% since 2010, creating new competition for U.S. growers during harvest seasons.
SharkFarmer’s next “Man on the Street,” Tyler Froberg, says blending education and entertainment effectively tells agriculture’s story and bridges farmers with consumers.
U.S.-Canada trade talks continue, with tariffs and dairy market access remaining key issues, and potential changes to Canada’s dairy quotas affecting U.S. producers.
The Federal Reserve Bank of Minneapolis reports district hemp plantings fell about 85 percent from their 2019 peak by 2025.
Louisiana estimates the storm caused $112 billion in agricultural losses and widespread damage to farm infrastructure.
USDA says Australia’s trade advantages continue to challenge U.S. almond exports despite strong demand in China
American Sugar Alliance members discuss their annual symposium this week in Colorado, trade concerns, Farm Bill priorities, and conditions on their farming operations.