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Corn growers disappointed in EPA vehicle emissions rule
Farm groups say the agency’s focus on electric vehicles ignores the benefits of biofuels and will hurt rural communities.
By Michael Brady , Sarah Zimmerman • March 26, 2024 -
Agtech promises to reduce farm emissions. But is the market ready?
New innovations hold promise for businesses looking to meet sustainability goals. But farmers will need to get on board first.
By Nathan Owens • March 25, 2024 -
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.
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Nestlé launches pair of initiatives to decarbonize cocoa supply chain
The global food company said its new projects aim to promote agroforestry and accelerate the transition to regenerative agriculture.
By Zoya Mirza • March 25, 2024 -
Bird flu identified in US livestock for first time
The case, detected in a goat at a Minnesota farm, highlights "the possibility of the virus infecting other animals on farms with multiple species."
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 22, 2024 -
Walmart adds 3rd milk-processing facility to expand supply chain transparency
The new owned-and-operated location will give the retailer control over its bottling and packaging process.
By S.L. Fuller • March 22, 2024 -
China’s threat to US agriculture goes beyond farmland, lawmakers say
With Congress looking to take on the world's largest commodity buyer, some warn of the potential impacts on trade relations.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 21, 2024 -
Norfolk Southern, Florida East Coast Railway look to lure ag shippers with expanded intermodal service
The railroads hope to eventually accommodate poultry producers and other customers moving goods between South Florida and Charlotte, North Carolina.
By Larry Avila • March 20, 2024 -
Food companies see revenue boost from sustainable agriculture investments: study
Businesses that transformed their supply chains due to pressures from regulators and consumers also saw a financial benefit, a Deloitte and NYU Stern Center for Sustainable Business survey showed.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 20, 2024 -
DOE estimates US can nearly double energy derived from waste
A new report identifies major opportunities to capture biofuels from anaerobic digesters and agricultural residue.
By Jacob Wallace • March 20, 2024 -
Budweiser maker first to adopt new ‘US Farmed’ consumer label
Anheuser-Busch will be a "first-mover" in an effort by the American Farmland Trust to highlight CPG products with ingredients primarily sourced from domestic farms.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 19, 2024 -
Opinion
Multiply partnerships to tackle food security this National Ag Day
Farmers and food companies need to leverage their relationship to address one of the world’s most pressing problems, writes Tony Mellenthin, a Wisconsin soybean farmer.
By Tony Mellenthin • March 19, 2024 -
Vanguard Renewables to build more dairy digesters in ‘aggressive growth’ strategy
The anaerobic digestion company is plotting expansion "like an amoeba” thanks to the financial backing of BlackRock and its pipeline of more than 60 projects.
By Jacob Wallace • March 18, 2024 -
What to watch as DOL’s independent contractor rule takes effect
New regulations come as poultry processors begin to face employee classification lawsuits from their growers.
By Ryan Golden • March 15, 2024 -
Avocado giant Mission Produce bets on mangoes to fuel growth
The California-based producer has reinvested in areas to support sourcing of the popular tropical fruit, as sales grow for avocados and blueberries.
By Nathan Owens • March 13, 2024 -
Unilever sets new climate goals to reduce agriculture emissions
The consumer goods company said it plans to reduce scope 3 emissions from forest, land and agriculture by 30% before the end of the decade.
By Zoya Mirza • March 13, 2024 -
US corn exports to Mexico expected to hit record high
Sales are shifting away from China as drought conditions fuel import demand south of the border.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 11, 2024 -
Egg and chocolate prices could upend Easter: Wells Fargo
The banking giant said prices of the protein will remain elevated through the holiday as producers work to rebuild their flocks of egg-laying hens after another year of a deadly bird flu outbreak.
By Chris Casey • March 11, 2024 -
Texas fires leave ranchers with few options to feed cattle
The USDA is providing producers with emergency assistance and supporting relocation efforts that allow livestock to graze on certain conservation lands.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 8, 2024 -
Hormel’s Applegate commits to 100% regenerative agriculture for beef hot dogs
The move is meant to provide more consistent messaging for consumers, who have found the term "exciting, but confusing."
By S.L. Fuller • March 5, 2024 -
As courts target dicamba, what’s next for the controversial weedkiller?
Disgruntled farmers are asking for refunds as legal uncertainty rekindles debate over the damage the herbicide can wreak on surrounding crops.
By Sarah Zimmerman • March 4, 2024 -
SEC to vote on climate disclosure rule after reportedly dropping scope 3 requirements
The agency is expected to throw out a controversial proposal that would have required food companies to report the emissions of their farms and suppliers.
By Zoya Mirza • March 1, 2024 -
Chipotle invests another $50M into agtech and restaurant innovation
The chain is doubling its commitment to the Cultivate Next venture fund, which in part aims to fund technologies accelerating regenerative agriculture.
By Aneurin Canham-Clyne • Feb. 29, 2024 -
US takes action on ‘abusive’ late fees in ocean shipping
The Federal Maritime Commission is requiring carriers to provide more information around detention and demurrage charges, which agriculture exporters say significantly raised costs during the pandemic.
By Alejandra Carranza , Sarah Zimmerman • Feb. 26, 2024 -
Opinion
Agtech helped transform Europe’s potato industry. Here’s how.
If we want to unlock sustainability in agriculture, farmers have to be on board.
By Charles Miller • Feb. 23, 2024 -
Pesticide chlormequat found in Cheerios, other oat-based foods: report
The chemical, which is associated with reduced fertility and isn't approved for use on U.S. food crops, was identified in 80% of participants in a new study from the Environmental Working Group.
By S.L. Fuller • Feb. 21, 2024