Infernos, Fevers, and Freight Failures: A Fiery Start to 2024
Wildfires threaten the 2024 growing season, as bird flu and cargo woes challenge global resilience and supply chains.
Tag: Wildfires
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 …
California Wildfires Ruin Wine, Grapes
California wildfires mean Napa area wine producers are losing stored wine and warehouses, reported The New York Times (Oct. 5). Damage to vineyards has been less severe in the fires in the last weekend of …
Key Crops Impacted by Extreme Weather
Several crops are suffering from the effects of severe weather over the last month or so. Rice Arkansas’ rice harvest is off to a slow start because of weather not conductive to drying grain and …