FI Fast Break audio news: April 3, 2024
The latest Food Institute Fast Break news podcast updates the Avian flu’s recent impact on American agriculture.
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FI Fast Break audio news: Dec. 13, 2023
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on a bird flu outbreak that’s ravaging American turkey farms.
FI Fast Break audio news: Sept. 6, 2023
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the growing prevalence of food allergies among American youths.
Scientists Fear Next Pandemic Could Come from Pigs, Hogs
Americans may think the dangers of a COVID-like pandemic originating in the U.S. are remote, but scientists warn that may not be the case since the U.S. boasts the largest number of human cases of …
Meet the Two Biggest Enemies of Indoor Farming
Getting the vertical farming industry to reach its objectives will require much collaboration and benchmarking, industry insiders note.
Analysis: Mercaris Weighs in on Prospects for Organic Dairy Market
In 2021, organic dairy and eggs outperformed pre-pandemic levels by nearly 11%, which offers promise of potential growth for the category.
WATCH: Autonomous Sprayer Robot Unveiled
Solinftec said its scouting and sprayer robots can aid farmers by spot spraying as much as 96 acres per day.
Dairy Raking in More Cash, but Selling Few Products
Inflation helped boost sales of dairy products more than 16% in June, but consumers reportedly bought fewer units compared with 2021.
FI Fast Break audio news: Aug. 3, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast touches on the latest in vertical farming.
Analysis: 2022’s Top Upcycled Food Innovations
Food manufacturers are looking to ingredient suppliers to provide sustainable options with the use of upcycling and regenerative agriculture.
Egg and Meat Prices Likely to Ease by End of Summer
Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, which spread widely across the northern U.S. and pushed poultry and egg prices skyward, may be winding down, a USDA official said. Some 40 million birds have been culled, about 6% …
Recent Biden Initiatives Look to Support Farmers
President Joe Biden has increased the number of counties eligible for double cropping as part of a series of actions aimed at increasing U.S. production to offset tight global food supplies sparked by Russia’s invasion …
As Bird Flu Outbreak Grows, Egg Prices Spike
In the last week, the USDA has added six states to the list where highly pathogenic avian influenza (HPAI) has been detected. The Animal and Plant Health Inspection Service confirmed the presence of bird flu …
Agriculture: Deere Sparks Controversy; Bird Flu Spreads to North
Farmers and advocates have filed a 40-page complaint with the Federal Trade Commission demanding that the agency end Deere & Co.’s efforts to prevent farmers and independent dealers from repairing Deere’s equipment. The National Farmers …
Update: Drought Worsening in U.S. West, Plains
Drought and an early fire season are threatening agriculture in the U.S. West and Plains, reducing hay yields, pushing feed costs higher, the Associated Press reported (July 26), and drying up water sources. Drought conditions …
Avocado Volumes on the Rise While Prices Decline
While Americans are paying more for everything from lumber to computer parts, and with most of the food industry contending with price increases, one surprising exception can be found: avocados. While often considered one of …
FI Agriculture Recap: USDA to Provide $1B in Disaster Aid to Producers
Here’s a look at the latest in agriculture news from throughout the U.S. this week. … USDA announces more than $1B disaster payments: The USDA plans to begin distributing more than $1 billion in Quality …
Inside a $650M Ponzi Scheme Including Cattle
Two people are facing federal charges they bilked investors across the country in a $650 million Ponzi scheme involving bogus short-term cattle or marijuana investments. Reva Joyce Stachniw, 69, of Galesburg, Illinois, and Ron Throgmartin, …
Vertical Farming Will Be Key for Supporting Sustainable Produce
Fruit and vegetable production, like all agricultural practices, must adapt to climate change. That is, producers – already experiencing soil depletion and water supply issues – will also have to contend with severe weather disruptions …
FI Agriculture Roundup: Vilsack Focused on Climate Change
Tom Vilsack, President Joe Biden’s nominee for U.S. agriculture secretary, pledged this week to increase USDA programs to combat climate change, expressing confidence that farmers will embrace the chance to make money by sequestering carbon within …