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fromFortune
1 day ago

Trump's $12 billion farmer bailout is a 'Band-Aid on a bigger wound' the American agriculture industry is still reeling from | Fortune

The federal government approved a $12 billion aid package to support U.S. farmers affected by tariffs, but systemic agricultural challenges and market volatility remain unresolved.
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fromThe Mercury News
1 month ago

Why is the government dropping millions of flies over the Bay Area?

Releasing sterile, irradiated male Mediterranean fruit flies by air suppresses and eradicates invasive populations, protecting agriculture from major economic losses.
fromLos Angeles Times
4 months ago

Rats! More than 100,000 acres of almond orchards across Central California are infested

Almond growers across Central California are facing a significant rat infestation affecting over 100,000 acres of orchards, resulting in severe economic hardship and extensive damage.
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fromGothamist
4 months ago

Soaring beef prices could mean costlier chopped cheeses in NYC

Chopped cheese prices in New York City may rise due to record high ground beef costs.
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fromFast Company
4 months ago

Your favorite candy just got pricier, and it's not because of tariffs

Hershey will raise product prices due to skyrocketing cocoa costs influenced by climate change.
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fromwww.dailynews.com
6 months ago

California avocado growers say Mexican imports have helped their sales

California avocado growers are optimistic about recovery after wildfires, largely due to increased year-round demand fueled by Mexican avocado imports.
fromwww.theguardian.com
7 months ago

TikTok trend for Dubai chocolate' causes international shortage of pistachios

‘The demand for pistachio chocolate bars has completely eclipsed our expectations,’ said Charles Jandreau of Prestat Group, emphasizing the unexpected impact of social media on luxury chocolate sales.
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