Grain Prices Spiked Ahead of USDA Report

With the USDA expected to issue a report Jan. 12 reducing its domestic corn stock outlook, grain prices spiked with corn prices nearing $5 per bushel Jan. 5. The increasing prices could signal a boon …

ESG Debate Gaining Steam in Agriculture and Beyond

From Washington DC to farm fields throughout much of the country, the acronym ESG has become a rather hot-button issue of late. Environmental, social, and corporate governance (ESG) is a movement that’s undeniably gathering steam, …

Avocado Market Strength Continues Despite Biden Climate Change Headwinds

Despite its unassuming appearance and a flavor described sometimes as subtle or muted, the avocado’s growth in popularity has been quite an attention grabber. Whether it’s the fruit’s superfood status, the rise of guacamole as …

Trade Improves Between U.S. and China

China has started buying U.S. supplies of soybeans from next year’s crop much earlier than usual, reported Bloomberg (Dec. 7). The world’s top importer is loading up on U.S. crops, including corn and soybeans, to …

Farmers Concerned  About the Future Under Biden Administration

Former Vice President Joe Biden became the U.S. President-elect on Nov. 7, leaving some farmers with concerns about the future. U.S. farmers are worried that Joe Biden’s election as president will   result in stricter environmental …

U.S. Trade with China Improving, Lifting U.S. Farmer Prospects

China accepted its first-ever commercial container of U.S. rice in history, creating cautious optimism with rice growers across the U.S., reported Western Farm Press (Nov. 3). The shipment was received as Chinese buyers await the …

Commodities Navigating Through Coronavirus Losses

Commodities, such as cheese and lemons, are still facing issues caused by the coronavirus pandemic. Cheese The U.S. cheese industry is reeling after months the pandemic causing upheaval in prices and demand, reported The Wall …

USDA Funds Research on COVID-19 in Supply Chain

USDA will run a $1 million research project on how COVID-19 may be transmitted through the beef supply chain, reported Reuters (Sept. 25). The two-year project, which begins in October, aims to reduce the risk …

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 …

First-Ever Water Futures Will Hedge Price Risk

CME Group Inc. and Nasdaq Inc. are planning to launch a futures contract later this year that will allow farmers, speculators, and others to wager on the price of water, reported The Wall Street Journal …

Regenerative Agriculture Movement Gains Traction

Cargill is supporting farmer-led efforts to adopt practices and systems foundational to regenerative agriculture practices across 10 million acres of North American farmland over the next 10 years. The initiative will focus on row crop …

Bee-Friendly Farms Ensure Future of Food Supply

KIND Healthy Snacks plans to switch to “bee-friendly” almond suppliers to encourage growth of the insect population, reported Fast Company (Aug. 25). KIND’s almond suppliers are working on two major changes:  1) stopping the use …

Dairy Consolidation Outpaces Most Agriculture

Food Institute Focus – Dairy Consolidation Outpaces Most Agriculture

Organic Food Gains Popularity Amid Pandemic

Food Institute Focus – Organic Food Gains Popularity Amid Pandemic

Borden Sale Complete as Dairy Market Improves

Food Institute Focus – Borden Sale Complete as Dairy Market Improves

Meat Industry to Become ‘Obsolete’?

Food Institute Focus – Meat Industry to Become ‘Obsolete’?

While Consumer Prices Decline, Food Prices Increase

Food Institute Focus – While Consumer Prices Decline, Food Prices Increase

How Receptive are Consumers to Agricultural Biotech?

After decades of being sidelined by consumers concerned over whether they were safe, foods made with genetically modified organisms, or GMOs, may finally find a place on more meal plates along with other new agricultural …

U.S., Brazil, and China: Commodities Amid Coronavirus

The U.S., Brazil, and China form an interesting trade triangle when it comes to certain commodities, and the coronavirus pandemic has added new wrinkles into the balance. China was the first country to experience the …

Coronavirus Causes Strain on Meat Supply Chain

Meatpacking facilities across the U.S. have become hot spots for the coronavirus, impacting production of chicken, beef, and pork and causing worry about the nation’s food supply, reported The Wall Street Journal (April 28). In …

Fruit and Vegetable Gains Remain Elevated

Food Institute Focus – Fruit and Vegetable Gains Remain Elevated

Coronavirus’ Impact on Pricing

Food Institute Focus – Coronavirus’ Impact on Pricing

U.S. Dairy Farmers Dump Milk

Food Institute Focus – U.S. Dairy Farmers Dump Milk

Hemp Production Plan Pushes Forward

The Food Institute Focus – Hemp Production Plan Pushes Forward

California’s Grape Crush Drops

The Food Institute Focus – California’s Grape Crush Drops

Cattle Producers Need Operational Certainty

The Food Institute Focus – Cattle Producers Need Operational Certainty

Dropping Temps in Northwest Hurt Apricot Growers

The Food Institute Focus – Dropping Temps in Northwest Hurt Apricot Growers

Farmers Are In Demand

Food Institute Focus – Farmers Are in Demand

Making Veggies Accessible for Everyone

During the week of March 8, The Food Institute was scheduled to head to Natural Products Expo West for on-the-ground reporting on the companies, products, and major trends impacting the food industry. However, the illustrious …

CFS Argues ‘Organic’ Rule Not Grounded Enough

The Food Institute Focus – CFS Argues ‘Organic’ Rule Not Grounded Enough

Orange Juice Shortages on Horizon?

The Food Institute Focus – Orange Juice Shortages on Horizon?

Popularity of Peanuts on the Rise

The Food Institute Report – Popularity of Peanuts on the Rise

Meat Sales Still Strong

Food Institute Focus – Meat Sales Still Strong

Dairy Farmers of America to Buy Dean Foods

Food Institute Focus – Dairy Farmers of America to Buy Dean Foods

Coronavirus’ Impact on Chinese Food Industry

Food Institute Focus – Coronavirus’ Impact on Chinese Food Industry

Farming Focuses on Food Security

Food Institute Focus – Farming Focuses on Food Security