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News April 9, 2024

Comment on Plan to Redistrict and Reapportion South Texas Onion Marketing Order

The United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) seeks public input on modifying the membership structure of the South Texas Onion Committee. The proposed action would consolidate the geographic districts under…

News April 4, 2024

AgWest Farm Credit’s 12-Month Outlook for Onions Suggests Profitable Returns

In 2023, Northwest onion growers faced a paradox of improved yields and reduced shrinkage but lower profitability due to decreased prices. While weather conditions favored crop growth, leading to a…

News April 3, 2024

Redox Bio-Nutrients Expands Presence in Japan Through Stock Acquisition of Axxion Corporation

Redox Bio-Nutrients has acquired 10 percent of the Axxion Corporation LLC, marking an important step in the companies expanding international presence. Axxion was founded 42 years ago by Mory Ogata,…

Onion Market Update April 2, 2024

Don’t Expect Things to Get Easier or Less Tricky to Navigate

Onion Market Update 4/2/2024 By John Harris Another month has passed, and we have already made it to the second quarter of 2024. It’s been a wild 4+ months, and…

News April 2, 2024

Farmer Sentiment Improves As Interest Rate Expectations Shift

By James Mintert and Michael Langemeier, Purdue Center for Commercial Agriculture U.S. farmers’ perspective on the future improved in March helping to push the Purdue University-CME Group Ag Economy Barometer up 3…

Marketing, News April 1, 2024

Vidalia Onions Ship April 17

Vidalia onion producers will start shipping onions April 17, this year’s official pack date set by the Georgia Agriculture Commissioner. The pack date is determined by soil and weather conditions…

Shipping Point Prices April 1, 2024

More Supply as Texas Starts Shipping Onions

Onion Shipping Point Prices For April 1, 2024 The Lower Rio Grande Valley, Texas area is now shipping yellows, whites, and reds. There are more onions on the market than…

News March 29, 2024

AgWest’s Tips for Investing in Technology and Innovation

In this video update, the Ag Globetrotter, Dr. Dave Kohl, shares his thoughts about investing in technology and innovation. Key points include: Filter technology considerations with those that best fit…

News March 25, 2024

Honey Bees at Risk for Colony Collapse from Longer, Warmer Fall Seasons

Cold storage for colonies could help mitigate climate change effects By Sara Zaske, WSU News & Media Relations The famous work ethic of honey bees might spell disaster for these busy…

News March 20, 2024

Trade and Exports Continue to Strengthen American Agriculture

By: Alexis M. Taylor, Under Secretary for Trade and Foreign Agricultural Affairs American agriculture remains strong. Total U.S. agricultural exports reached $174.9 billion in 2023. American farmers, ranchers, and agribusiness…