United States A late start to corn planting resulted in some processors cutting back on later acres due to concern about frost. Corn season in the Pacific Northwest will be finishing up this month. Strong yields and quality are being reported, however this will not offset the tight corn market as acres were lost due …
Taste a Luscious “Ruby June” Strawberry! Sourcing Locally Makes Good Sense
Just when I thought I knew most of the varieties of strawberries, I see yet another is about to make its appearance! It’s called the “Honeycrisp of Strawberries” – a Ruby June variety that is a deep dark red color and, according to Seal the Seasons, has a “sweet, luscious flavor.” My mouth is already …
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House Bill Calls for Single Food Safety Entity Under FDA
by Keith Loria A new bill, introduced by Rep. Rosa DeLauro (D-Conn.) and Sen. Dick Durbin (D-Ill.), looks to create a single food safety agency under the department of Health and Human Services that would be responsible for keeping all food safe for market. The legislation, known as the Food Safety Administration Act, would ensure that a …
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Potato Prices Are Soaring
United States A cold and wet spring in the Pacific Northwest delayed pea plantings and the crop ran about 2 to 3 weeks late. July’s heat wave with sizzling temperatures well into the 100 degree and over mark, brought on the crop very quickly. Acres have been lost as some processors could not keep up …