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USMEF Shares Perspective of EU move to delay implementation of Deforestation Regulation

USMEF Responds to EU Deforestation Regulation Delay and Impacts on U.S. Meat Exports The U.S. Meat Export Federation (USMEF) is closely monitoring developments as the European Union moves to delay the implementation of its EU Deforestation Regulation (EUDR). This delay could have major implications for U.S. meat exports. USMEF Vice President of Economic Analysis, Erin Borer, recently addressed how the …

American Peanut Council Export Efforts

Global Peanut Trade Update: Top Buyers and Market Shifts Promoting U.S. Peanuts Abroad The American Peanut Council continues to play a leading role in expanding international markets for U.S. peanuts. Through strategic programs in multiple countries, the Council works to boost global consumption and ensure steady demand for American-grown peanuts. Recent data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Foreign Agricultural …

Meat Industry Response To USDA’s Three Point Plan To Support Agriculture

USDA Trade Plan Sparks Strong Response from U.S. Meat Export Industry With the recent release of the USDA’s three-point plan to support American agricultural producers and exporters, the U.S. meat industry is reacting positively. Last week, U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg unveiled the initiative during the annual meeting …

USDA Releases Three Point Trade Plan

USDA Unveils Bold Trade Plan to Boost U.S. Agriculture and Exports Last week, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Undersecretary of Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindbergh announced a bold new initiative to support U.S. agricultural producers and exporters. The aggressive three-point USDA trade plan is designed to strengthen American agriculture through expanded market access, reciprocal trade agreements, and …

USDA Investments to Address Trade Barriers Expand Market Access

USDA Awards $8.3 Million to Boost International Market Access for U.S. Specialty Crops The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced $8.3 million in funding to assist 11 recipients in expanding global market access for U.S. specialty crops. The funding is part of the Technical Assistance for Specialty Crops (TASC) Program, managed by USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service (FAS). TASC helps …

Secretary Rollins Announces Plan to Support Trade

USDA Launches Aggressive 3-Point Trade Plan to Put American Agriculture First The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is taking bold steps to support American agriculture on the global stage. Last week, Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins and Undersecretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs Luke Lindberg unveiled a new three-point trade strategy aimed at expanding market access, enforcing trade commitments, …

Illinois River History: Gateway to Agriculture and Trade

A Vital Waterway in the Heart of the Midwest The Illinois River has long been an essential part of America’s agricultural history. Stretching 273 miles, the river begins at the confluence of the Des Plaines and Kankakee Rivers in the Chicago metropolitan area. From there, it flows southwest across the state of Illinois, eventually joining the mighty Mississippi River near …

Trade discussions between the US and China may have significant impacts to agriculture. Agricultural markets across the Southeast are continuing to react to last week's summit between President Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping, where trade and agricultural purchases were major topics of discussion. Following the meetings in Beijing, reports indicated China may expand purchases of US agricultural products as part of broader efforts to stabilize trade relations after last year's tariff escalation disrupted export markets and commodity prices. That is especially important for Southeastern agriculture because commodities like cotton, peanuts, poultry, soybeans, and timber products all depend heavily on international demand and export movement. Market analysts say cotton producers in Georgia and Alabama are watching particularly closely since export sales remain one of the biggest drivers of cotton prices. Peanut growers are also monitoring negotiations because trade stability can influence global commodity movement and overall market confidence heading into harvest planning later this year. While no major new tariff rollbacks have been formally announced yet, agricultural groups are looking for signs that China could increase long-term purchasing commitments for American farm products in the coming months. Growers across the Southeast remain cautious, however, because many trade uncertainties that impacted commodity prices over the past two years remain unresolved. /audio Audio Reporting by Josh McGill for Southeast AgNet.

Trade Agreement Talks Between US China Progressing

Trump-Xi Call Unlikely to Move Trade Talks, But TikTok Agreement Signals Possibility A much-anticipated phone call between President Donald Trump and Chinese President Xi Jinping is scheduled for tomorrow, but expectations for a breakthrough on trade are low. While the discussion is unlikely to alter the course of U.S.-China trade relations, some analysts believe any diplomatic engagement is a positive …

US Canada Mexico Begin Trade Consultations

U.S., Mexico, and Canada Begin Formal Consultations Ahead of 2026 USMCA Review The United States, Canada, and Mexico are officially launching consultations in preparation for the 2026 review of the USMCA trade agreement, according to announcements made Tuesday by U.S. and Mexican officials. “The U.S., Canada and Mexico are set to formally begin consultations ahead of the review of their …

USDA Export Estimates For US Corn And Soybeans

USDA Updates 2025 Corn and Soybean Export Forecasts The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has released updated forecasts for 2025 corn and soybean exports, offering insights into market trends and expected demand. World Agricultural Outlook Board Chairman Mark Jekanowski detailed the changes in the USDA’s latest crop report, showing a stronger outlook for corn but a more modest projection for …

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Vitamin C Linked to Better Brain Health in Older Adults
A new study published in the journal PLOS One suggests that higher vitamin C levels in the blood are associated with healthier brain structure and stronger brain network connectivity in older adults. The research provides another reminder of the potential value of vitamin C-rich foods, including citrus fruits and juices. The study — “Plasma Vitamin […]
Sneak Peek: July 2026 Citrus Industry
The Citrus Industry section of the July 2026 issue of Specialty Crop Grower magazine provides conference coverage, new research on a biofertilizer, details on citrus under protective screen (CUPS) expansion and more. The section opens with coverage of the Florida Citrus Industry Annual Conference. Optimism ran high following a $196 million budget allocation for the […]