Tough immigration enforcement is squeezing farms as migrant workers fear ICE raids – meaning some crops are going unpicked overnight. With labor shortages surging, industry insiders warn of price hikes, food waste, and a looming agricultural breaking point.
Despite high awareness, only a small fraction of consumers understand and consistently pay premiums for regenerative agriculture products, highlighting significant psychological and economic barriers. However, with increased crop yields and profits for farmers and the potential for nutrient-rich produce, the industry stands on the brink of transformative growth.
The FDA and USDA are taking steps to understand how consumers interpret common food date labeling terms such as “Sell By” and “Use By” to understand whether it is leading to confusion.
What’s the current state of the U.S. farmer? With historic heat, record droughts, and unprecedented supply chain problems, The Food Institute Podcast invited Wells Fargo agricultural economist Dr. Michael J. Swanson to discuss market conditions, …
