What the Jal? Jalapenos Aren’t Hot Anymore
Why aren’t many store-bought jalapenos hot anymore? The answer lies in changing palates and products bred for consistency, not flavor.
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Ag Disputes Rage Involving ESG Complaints, EU Protests
State agriculture officials are warning U.S. banks their emphasis on policies to reduce climate change threatens the U.S. food supply.
Avocado Growing Destroying Mexican Forests
From avocado toast to tortilla chips and guacamole, Americans love avocados – and that love affair is destroying Mexico’s forests, draining water supplies from traditional crops and creating a new revenue stream for the drug …
Bird Flu Roars Back, Disrupting Turkey Farms
About 68 million birds have been killed since the outbreak began in the U.S. in February 2022. Cases are again beginning to tick up, with 2.8 million birds killed on Iowa farms in the past month and 1.3 million at an Ohio egg farm.
FI Newscast (December 8, 2023) – How Global Climate Shifts Impact the Food and Beverage Industry
The Rich History of National Butter Day
U.S. milk and butterfat production experienced parallel growth at 24% from 1995 to 2010. Since then, however, production has exploded, particularly for butterfat, pushing 27% growth.
EVs Can Galvanize Farming and Agriculture
Today’s smart vehicles and robotics can do everything from operate autonomous implements in the field to monitor crucial silo volume and quality data, make precision adjustments to spraying and irrigation, and even assess crop and animal health. And that’s just scratching the surface.
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.
Survey Shows Farmers Optimistic at 2023’s Outset
The latest Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer Index finds farmers turned more optimistic as 2022 drew to a close.
The Zero-e Pineapple Has Arrived
Produce is a low-margin, high-risk industry. Hans Sauter would know – he’s been in the produce game for over 35 years. He’s not only Senior Vice President of Research and Development for Fresh Del Monte, …
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: 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.
FI Fast Break audio news: Nov. 9, 2022
The latest FI news podcast analyzes some interesting recent findings about the evolving American consumer.
Latest Developments in Ag Tech
FI Fast Break audio news: Oct. 12, 2022
The latest Food Institute news podcast looks at holiday spending projections, and updates the outlook for the energy drinks market.
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.
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.
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 …
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: Global Food Supply Concerns Intensify Amid Ukraine Crisis
The conflict in Ukraine could cause food and feed prices to rise up to 20%, according to the United Nations food agency. The Food and Agriculture Organization said it was unclear whether Ukraine would be …
Analysis: Why the ‘Regenuary’ Movement is Taking Root
By now, you’re likely familiar with Veganuary, which promotes adopting a vegan lifestyle throughout the month of January. In 2022, though, the so-called Regenuary movement is also taking root. Regenuary is a sustainable eating movement …
Report: Cost of Breakfast Commodities Hits 10-Year High
The cost of ingredients for breakfast staples continues to rise as global food production, processing and transportation challenges collide with higher demand from the pandemic rebound. According to the Financial Times breakfast indicator, futures prices …
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Are Climate Conditions Affecting Coffee?
A new study suggests changing climate conditions might be affecting the taste, aroma, and overall quality of coffee. Trends found by researchers from Tufts and Montana State University indicated that farms at higher altitudes were …
Amid Record Heat and Drought This Year, Midwest Producers Hopeful for 2022
The West Coast may be receiving the bulk of U.S. media coverage on record heat and drought conditions, but it is not the only region contending with extreme weather: the Midwest is also in the …
How Rural Population Decline Impacts U.S. Agriculture
Rural populations showed further signs of decline in the recent release of the 2020 U.S. census. The data reflects shifting demographics and signals continued labor shortages across the nation’s farming and ranching regions. A Stateline …
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 …
Growing Greens and Dreams Through Educational Means
For Stephen Ritz, growing produce goes hand in hand with educating children. Ritz, a lifelong educator from the Bronx, New York, founded Green Bronx Machine with the belief that healthy foods led to better health, …
FI Report Preview: Vertical Farming Concept Experiencing Immense Growth
Vertical farming is growing by leaps and bounds. In fact, the evolving form of agriculture has become a multibillion-dollar industry and is expected to reach $12.77 by 2026, growing at a compound annual growth rate …
FI Agriculture Recap: Pandemic Relief for Livestock Producers
The USDA’s Farm Service Agency will begin accepting applications next Tuesday from livestock producers who suffered pandemic losses as a result of their inability to gain sufficient access to processing. Relief will come from the …
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 …
Will Congress Adopt Migrant Farmworker Reforms?
While migrant workers have long supported the agricultural economy, it’s no secret that some operators use illegal immigrants to harvest their crops. With that, lawmakers have been wrestling with immigration reform for years, with little …
The NASA-Agriculture Connection and a Look Towards Tomorrow
Amid soil erosion, tens of millions of U.S. farmland acres lost to development, and global food demand rising upwards of 98% by 2050, there are serious concerns about how the agriculture industry will meet tomorrow’s …
Trying Year Ahead for Texas Farmers After Staggering Storm Damages
Agriculture-related losses from the recent winter storm in Texas are estimated to total at least $600 million, according to the Texas A&M University AgriLife Extension Service, reported The New York Times (March 4). Here’s a breakdown …