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Pasteurization Destroys HPAI and USDA on Healthy School Meals
The Agribusiness Update
FDA confirms pasteurization of milk destroys harmful pathogenic bacteria and other microorganisms, including Highly Pathogenic Avian Influenza, and Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack announced major steps to promote the health of America's children through school meals.
Vilsack Visits Georgia and UN May Skip Ag on Climate Adaptation
The Agribusiness Update
Ag Secretary Tom Vilsack was in Georgia last week promoting USDA's school meals and sustainable aviation fuel, and negotiators at the UN climate summit may skip over food and agriculture while assembling a final statement on climate adaptation.
Cage-Free Hens Percentage Grows and USDA Grants for School Lunches
The Agribusiness Update
Cage-free hens comprise a growing percentage of the U.S. egg-laying flock, and two new grant opportunities plus a training and technical assistance partnership to help schools continue to invest in nutritious school meals.
New Nutrition Standards Proposed for School Meals
Southeast Regional Ag News
At the USDA Conversation on Healthy School Meals Roundtable, Vilsack says, “Our commitment to the school meal programs comes from a common goal we all share – keeping kids healthy and helping them reach their full potential.”
Russia-Ukraine Grain Export Deal and Deere Clean Air Act Violations
The Agribusiness Update
Russia and Ukraine sign deal to reopen grain exports, and John Deere accused of violating Clean Air Act.
Florida School Meals Get USDA Bump and Tractor-Combine Sales Higher
The Agribusiness Update
Florida Ag Commissioner Nikki Fried welcomes USDA funds to alleviate supply chain issues for school meals, and Tractor and Combine sales higher year-over-year.
Adopting Technology in Ag and Livestock Loss Assistance
The Agribusiness Update
Farmers and ranchers adopting technology, and livestock producers who experienced losses during pandemic can apply for assistance.
Online Grocery Sales Higher and USDA School Lunch Flexibilities
The Agribusiness Update
Online grocery sales near record highs, and USDA issues broad range of flexibilities for school meal programs this fall.
Mexico's Ban on U.S. Potatoes and Healthy Boost in Produce Demand
The Agribusiness Update
Mexico's Supreme Court will vote to remove a ban on fresh U.S. potato imports today, and healthier eating during pandemic has caused boost in produce demand.
Biden's Progressive EPA Transition and Ag Top 3 in Most Favored Survey
The Agribusiness Update
President-elect Biden's transition team for EPA Administrator should be of concern to the ag industry, and a new Gallup poll finds ag industry fills top three spots in most favored status.
USDA Extends School Lunches and Ceres Imaging Tree Fruit and Nuts
The Agribusiness Update
USDA extends the free school lunch and breakfast program through the end of the year, and Ceres Imaging brings plant level insights to fruit and nut orchards.
USDA Extends School Lunches and Alabama CARES Act Deadline
The Agribusiness Update
USDA extends free meals for school children throughout the year, and Alabama reminder of CARES Act application deadline.
California Labor Shortage and Meals To You Hits 28.5-Million
The Agribusiness Update
California growers feeling labor shortage for harvests, and USDA's Meals to You program serves 28.5-million low-income kids in rural America.
California Labor Shortage and Meals To You Hits 28.5-Million
The Agribusiness Update
California growers feeling labor shortage for harvests, and USDA's Meals to You program serves 28.5-million low-income kids in rural America.
California Labor Shortage and Meals To You Hits 28.5-Million
The Agribusiness Update
California growers feeling labor shortage for harvests, and USDA's Meals to You program serves 28.5-million low-income kids in rural America.
Perdue on School Closures and Meals Pt 2
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue announces flexibility to feed students even during school closures caused by coronavirus.
Perdue on School Closures and Meals Pt 1
Washington State Farm Bureau Report
Ag Secretary Sonny Perdue announces flexibility to feed students even during school closures caused by coronavirus.
Rataliation from Canada and AFBF Donations 2018
The Agribusiness Update
Canada may be ready for more retaliatory tariffs on U.S. products, and American Farm Bureau Federation generously help feed hungry Americans in 2018.
Farm Worker Hotel Pt 2
Fruit Grower Report
WAFLA joins Yakima investment group to turn hotel into housing for farm workers.