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2022 ag census shows increase in new producers, decline in total farms
Though the total number of U.S. farms continued to decline, the USDA National Agricultural Statistics Service's 2022 Census of Agriculture showed ... READ MORE »
USDA funds closer look at options to replace neonicotinoids
The USDA’s Specialty Crop Research Initiative (SCRI) recently announced funding for a four-year, Potatoes USA-supported research project to develop ... READ MORE »
USDA: Net farm income will drop $40 billion in 2024
Net farm income is projected to fall by $40 billion this calendar year, according to the USDA’s 2024 Farm Income Forecast. The forecast marks the se... READ MORE »
USDA seeks nominations for Colorado Potato Administrative Committee
The USDA is seeking nominations for the Colorado Potato Administrative Committee (Area 3). Nominees are needed to fill two producer member seats, one ... READ MORE »
Estimates show increase in 2023 potato production
USDA estimates for 13 reporting states show a 42.01 cwt increase in 2023 potato production from the previous year. Adjusted estimates show 440.75 m... READ MORE »
USDA researchers working toward year-round supply of high-quality potatoes
Scientists at the USDA's Agricultural Research Service (ARS) are using the latest technology to work toward a high-quality, year-round supply of potat... READ MORE »
Top US ag negotiator urges Japan to trust potato science
The U.S.’s top agricultural negotiator has a message for markets where fresh potato exports are still meeting resistance: Trust the science. Doug... READ MORE »
100th USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum to feature 2024 farm forecasts
Registration is now open for the 100th USDA Agricultural Outlook Forum. The 2024 event is themed "Cultivating the Future" and will feature a keynote a... READ MORE »
Market access, development programs receive $203M in funding
More than $203 million, including $5 million for potato promotion, will be awarded to nearly 70 agricultural organizations to help expand U.S. food an... READ MORE »
USDA seeks applications for trade advisory committee members
The USDA and the Office of the U.S. Trade Representative are accepting applications for new members to serve on agricultural trade advisory committee... READ MORE »
