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.