Consumer Price Index

Skyrocketing production costs, especially for organic feed, have pummeled organic dairies for the past two years, forcing some to sell their cows and leave the business.

Despite the exponential growth in agricultural carbon market options, most producers aren't biting. Ukraine exported 2.66 million metric tons of grains and oilseeds in July, 22.7% more than June.

Strong demand for strawberries is encouraging California farmers to plant more. Strawberry acreage is up by more than 6% since last year.

The USDA says the Consumer Price Index for Food moved higher in November, up 0.5% from October and 6.1% higher than November 2020.

The USDA reports the Consumer Price Index for fresh fruit declined from January through July, before rising slightly in August.

Alt-meat product Impossible Burger, Anthony Bourdain is not a big fan. But understands ‘if it’s a means providing must-needed protein to people who need it.