Cavendish Farms Announces $150M Expansion Project For Spring 2025
(Jamestown, ND) — Cavendish Farms is moving ahead with plans for a 150-million-dollar expansion project at its Jamestown potato plant. Authorities say the company hopes to break ground in the spring, with plans to replace the facility’s
December Rural Mainstreet Index Drops from November Bump
After advancing above growth neutral in November for the first time since 2023, the overall Rural Mainstreet Index sank below the 50.0 reading in December. That’s according to the monthly survey of bank CEOs in rural areas
U.S. Ag Celebrates the Life of Peanut Farmer, President Jimmy Carter
The American Peanut Council joined other groups in celebrating the life and contributions of Georgia peanut farmer Jimmy Carter, the 39th President of the U.S. The former President, who passed away over the weekend, was once quoted
2024 Saw Rapid Growth for Biodiesel, Renewable Diesel
JEFFERSON CITY, MO – The U.S. is on pace to surpass 5 billion gallons of biodiesel and renewable diesel consumption for the first time, capping a 2024 that saw increased efforts from states to drive adoption, updates
Dairy Checkoff Highlights 2024 Work
Dairy checkoff initiatives of 2024 successfully increased dairy access in schools, expanded market share for U.S. dairy products domestically and internationally and supported the industry’s commitment to sustainability. Dairy Management Inc. President and CEO Barbara O’Brien says
First Ever Ammonia Carbon Intensity Verification Program
The Fertilizer Institute is launching the Verified Ammonia Carbon Intensity program, a voluntary certification of the carbon footprint of ammonia production at a specific facility. It’s the first program of its kind and is designed to provide