Atmospheric Rivers Deluge California, Yet Drought Persists
Atmospheric rivers have deluged California in recent weeks, dumping 8.61 inches on the San Francisco area since December 26, yet drought persists.
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To Bees or Not To Bees: Natural & Synthetic Honey
Honey is a big business, and the buzz over natural versus synthetic honey is real.
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.
Experts: Weather-Related Disasters Increasing, Taking Toll on Food Industry
As of October 11, the U.S. has experienced a total of 15 billion-dollar weather and climate disasters this year, making 2022 the eighth consecutive year with 10 or more billion-dollar weather and climate-related disasters.
Diesel Shortage Chokes Transportation from the Farm Gate
The well-documented diesel shortage in America is understandably causing concern across the country. But to what extent is the shortage cause for alarm for farmers and consumers alike? Opinions vary. From the pandemic, to the …
Experts: Huge Opportunities Exist in Tech-enabled Ag
As agriculture moves towards automation, what technologies and best practices will lead the way? In a recent FI webinar, Agritecture founder and CEO Henry Gordon-Smith and Tortuga AgTech CEO Eric Adamson outlined the current state of ag tech.
Latest Developments in Ag Tech
Modular, Climate-Controlled Farming Hits Ohio
Square Roots and Gordon Food Service partnered to open a climate-controlled farming facility inside a Springfield, Ohio, distribution center.
FI Takeaways: Oct. 27, 2022
Need a quick download on the most important headlines this week? We’ve got you covered. Check out our newest series, FI Takeaways! This week we’ll take a look at American Express‘ third-quarter earnings, this winter’s weather outlook for crop …
Florida Citrus Industry Faces Uphill Battle after Hurricane Ian
The impacts of Hurricane Ian are still being analyzed, but one thing is certain: the Florida citrus industry’s losses will be staggering. That’s according to The University of Florida’s Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences, …
‘Never Seen Anything Like This’: HPAI Has Affected 47M Birds So Far
One university research scientist said the bird flu outbreak of 2022 is unprecedented, and the outbreak shows no signs of stopping any time soon.
FI Small Bites: Coffee Industry Latest
Despite the recent downward trend in coffee exports, the latest reports show some light in the darkened tunnel. What’s making things look brighter in the world of java? The Food Institute has the latest. Produced …
Second Wave of Bird Flu Hitting US, Canada
Highly pathogenic avian influenza was reported in five turkey flocks in the U.S. in September, among eight outbreaks reported in the U.S. and Canada.
Thanksgiving Turkeys Could be More Expensive This Year
Avian flu and energy prices are pushing turkey prices to new heights, with breast meat going for more than $6.50 a pound.
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.
Weather Researchers Warn of Pending Megafloods, Megaheat
California could experience “megafloods” as a large portion of the country experiences “megaheat,” according to a UCLA study.
Investment in Vertical Farming Market Continues Steady Rise
The vertical farming market is projected to be worth $20.9B by 2029 as it could better contend with droughts, transportation issues and more.
Analysis: Why Demand for Cold Storage is Sky High
The food industry feels cold storage space helps hedge against volatile agriculture prices, but such space is in short supply of late.
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.
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Amid Inflation, Consumers Have a Beef with Beef Prices
Beef eaters have a tough choice to make these days: switch to cheaper proteins or swallow the more than 11% increase in prices from 2020 levels, averaging $5.40 a pound in June.
Why the Regenerative Ag Movement is Seeing Deepened Roots
Many food companies are embracing regenerative ag to aid the environment – a movement that’s increasingly extending into aquaculture.
Wheat Update: Will a Russia-Ukraine Agreement be Reached?
The global wheat outlook may be improving after the United Nations reported that Russia and Ukraine took a “critical step forward.”
No End in Sight for California Drought
Though drought conditions have improved in the Pacific Northwest and areas of the Midwest, parts of California and the Southwest have seen no relief from dry weather.
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% …
Inflation Alters Plans for Two Meat Processors
National Beef Packing Co. LLC has postponed the planned $100 million expansion of its Tama, Iowa, plant, citing rising costs, Meat+Poultry reported (June 10). In March 2021, the company announced the expansion, which would have …
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 …
The Current State of U.S. Agriculture
Dr. Michael Swanson discusses the current state of U.S. agriculture, including inflation, supply chain pain, fertilizers, and avian influenza.
Experts: Autonomous Equipment Could Be Game Changer in Ag
Innovation is making it easier for farmers to optimize efficiency. And with that in mind, new agricultural technologies are the focus of The Food Institute’s report this month, which will be available to members starting April 19 …
From Inside the Farm Gate to the Plate: Innovations in Regenerative Agriculture
This article is written and sponsored by HSBC. Learn how regenerative agriculture is leading us to a more sustainable future According to Feeding America, in 2019, food insecurity in the US had reached its lowest point since …
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 …