A new study by researchers at Oregon State University is working on ways to turn the waste from apples and other fruits into environmentally friendly packaging materials to replace plastic.

It seems BUY LOCAL gets a lot of lip service these days, but even before tariffs were making life more difficult for U.S. ag producers, the cost of doing business here was already boosting the price of U.S. goods over those from other countries.

It seems BUY LOCAL gets a lot of lip service these days, but even before tariffs were making life more difficult for U.S. ag producers, the cost of doing business here was already boosting the price of U.S. goods over those from other countries.

With regards to the state of the ag economy in the U.S., Rabobank Global Strategist, Stephen Nicholson says the best advice he can give is, be patient.

With regards to the state of the ag economy in the U.S., Rabobank Global Strategist, Stephen Nicholson says the best advice he can give is, be patient.

Dams on the Snake River are vital to irrigated agriculture, so finding an alternative to dam removal in order to save salmon runs would fit both needs. And Merck Animal Health think they have the answer!

Dams on the Snake River are vital to irrigated agriculture, so finding an alternative to dam removal in order to save salmon runs would fit both needs. And Merck Animal Health think they have the answer!

It’s a common theme in agriculture these days: Getting past these challenging times until we’re back to smoother sailing.

It’s a common theme in agriculture these days: Getting past these challenging times until we’re back to smoother sailing.

Whether it’s from the USDA or Congress, it seems we’re hearing of more plans or legislation to make positive improvements in the sustainability of agriculture and climate smart changes.