Farmers who increased use of online sales and marketing were more resilient to economic shocks of the pandemic, according to a new study by UC Davis researchers.
Robust beef demand continues with retailers strongest sales this holiday season. The average is down 11.5 cents from a month ago but stands 37.8 cents per gallon higher than a year ago.
The Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer continued lower in June, down two points to a reading of 97. A new United Nation’s report shows the number of people affected globally by hunger rose to nearly 830 million in 2021.
No real surprise, but the first year of the pandemic saw the temporary closures of restaurants in the U.S., prompting a decline in Food Away From Home Spending.