Rather than tariffs to improve the agricultural trade balance, an American farm economist suggests revamping the H-2A guestworker program.
A Michigan State University economist has been awarded a $650,000 grant to analyze agricultural labour trends and U.S. food supply chain resilience.
The capacity of the current Jamestown potato plant will grow from 410 million to 450 million pounds. The plan also includes a wastewater treatment facility.
Accusations of alleged potato price-fixing have been filed in U.S. lawsuits that also name Lamb Weston Inc, J.R. Simplot Co and the National Potato Promotion Board.
Three hurricanes and other weather-related events have spurred the U.S. ag secretary Tom Vilsack to announce support programs for fruit and vegetable growers.
