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    McDonald’s E. coli outbreak now tied to 90 illnesses

    The CDC said that slivered onions from Taylor Farms used on Quarter Pounders were the likely culprit.

    By Julie Littman • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Bird flu detected in pig for first time in US, raising concerns from experts

    The recent development is worrisome as swine promote virus mutations that could more easily infect humans, an epidemiologist said.

    By • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Trendline

    Top 5 stories from Agriculture Dive

    Declining farm income and other production challenges have pushed farmers to rethink their operations and adopt new technology in a bid to diversify potential revenue streams. 

    By Agriculture Dive staff
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    Agtech seedlings: Indigo Ag taps former Alibaba executive as CFO

    Also in this week's farm technology news: Ohalo launches a self-pollinating almond variety and USAID commits $57.4 million to advance agtech research.

    By • Nov. 1, 2024
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    Farm loans above $1M soar as ag economy deteriorates

    Weakened crop profit margins are pushing producers to take out bigger loans at a faster pace than in previous years.

    By • Oct. 31, 2024
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    Q&A

    How food companies can accelerate the regenerative agriculture transition

    Major CPGs and ingredients companies will need to act now if they want to meet their 2030 targets, says HowGood CEO Alexander Gillett.

    By • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Lactalis USA spending $55M to expand feta cheese production

    The 38,000-square-foot manufacturing line, which will be operational in 2027, comes as the cheese variety grows in popularity with American consumers.

    By Christopher Doering • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Happy Egg merges with regenerative producer to scale sustainable farming practices

    The merger with Egg Innovations further enhances the company’s ability to meet growing consumer demand for climate-friendly and humanely-raised offerings.

    By • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Meat sales surge, led by fresh beef

    Pork and turkey also saw growth as more consumers dined at home.

    By Sam Silverstein • Oct. 30, 2024
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    Pilgrim’s Pride reports slow progress on sustainability

    The poultry giant acknowledged it may not be able to achieve its net-zero goals as parent company JBS faces pressure to improve its climate record.

    By • Oct. 29, 2024
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    Iowa kills 1.3M chickens after sudden closure of processor Pure Prairie Poultry

    The state had for weeks struggled to find a market for the birds, with prospective buyer Tyson Foods backing out at the last minute.

    By • Oct. 28, 2024
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    Agtech seedlings: Agtonomy raises nearly $33M for self-driving tractors

    Also in this week’s farm technology news: USDA changes acreage reports to handle indoor farms, and Verdant Robotics unveils an AI weedkiller that ‘aims before it shoots.’

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Corn farmers could have their worst year since 2007, ag economist says

    While unprofitable prices are hurting row croppers, livestock producers are benefiting from lower feed costs.

    By • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Lawsuit accuses McDonald’s of negligence over E. coli outbreak

    A Colorado customer who became ill after eating a Quarter Pounder is taking legal action against the fast-food chain as Burger King and other restaurants pull onions from their menus as a precautionary measure. 

    By Julie Littman • Oct. 25, 2024
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    Deep Dive

    Big Ag is spending big on lobbying and the 2024 election

    Political spending from the food and agriculture sector has increased, with a record $178 million spent on lobbying alone in 2023. Experts saying rising polarization may play a role.

    By • Oct. 24, 2024
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    McDonald’s investigates onions as source of E. coli outbreak

    Supplier Taylor Farms has issued a recall after 49 people fell ill and one person died in an outbreak tied to the fast food chain’s Quarter Pounders.

    By Julie Littman , • Oct. 24, 2024
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    Wayne-Sanderson Farms names new CEO

    Chief Operating Officer Kevin McDaniel will lead the third largest poultry producer in the U.S. following the retirement of Clint Rivers next year. 

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Candy producers using less chocolate this Halloween amid record cocoa prices: Wells Fargo

    Hershey and other big chocolate producers are turning to gummies and other candy to offset supply issues with the crop.

    By Chris Casey • Oct. 22, 2024
  • Cattle are seen in a feedlot. One cow with an orange plastic eartag raises his head above the herd.
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    Ranchers will soon need to beef up traceability with electronic cattle ID tags

    The new rule, which has taken on more importance amid the spread of bird flu in dairy cows, is set to take effect in early November. But farmers are raising concerns.

    By • Oct. 22, 2024
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    Deere under FTC investigation over farms’ right to repair equipment

    A probe into whether the tractor giant violated consumer protection law comes as farmers say they have little choice but to overpay for dealer repairs. 

    By • Oct. 21, 2024
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    Food waste responsible for 14% of US methane emissions: ReFED

    The report, produced with Global Methane Hub, identifies the top emission reduction solutions both upstream and downstream of consumers.

    By Jacob Wallace • Oct. 21, 2024
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    Hurricane Milton caused up to $2.5B in Florida farm damage

    The storm ravaged infrastructure and flooded the state's orange crops, with some growers expecting tree death.

    By • Oct. 21, 2024
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    Agtech seedlings: US lawmakers propose tax credits for agtech investments

    Also in this week's farm technology news: A former Monsanto exec is named the CEO of Freight Farms, and fruit breeding company Bloom Fresh adds blueberries to its portfolio.

    By • Oct. 18, 2024
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    Hershey invests $500M to improve cocoa farming struggles

    The confectionery giant is working with cooperatives in Côte d’Ivoire to partner with growers as a way to standardize cocoa cultivation and lift profits.

    By Elizabeth Flood • Oct. 18, 2024
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    The regenerative ag revolution starts with women: Q&A with Stephanie Anderson

    In her new book, Anderson, a former farmer turned creative writing professor, talks to women across the U.S. who are leading the movement to transform the food system.

    By David Silverberg • Oct. 18, 2024
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    Deere lays off more workers in Iowa, Illinois as farm slump hits sales

    The tractor manufacturer said the move is due to declining demand and unrelated to plans to shift some production to Mexico.

    By • Oct. 17, 2024