Oxtail was once considered undesirable. Now prices are soaring.

The bony cut of meat is becoming the latest culinary fad, providing a new potential revenue source for ranchers.

Canada government moves to end rail shutdown, but disruption threat continues

Despite a referral for binding arbitration, workers at Canadian National issued a fresh 72-hour strike notice while CPKC has yet to lift an employee lockout.

Updated Aug. 23, 2024

American Vanguard to end global production of Dacthal weedkiller after EPA ban

The sole U.S. manufacturer of the herbicide is working to remove the product from the market following regulators' determination that DCPA can harm fetal development. 

Agtech seedlings: US egg producer aims to become first to deploy in-ovo sexing

Also in this week's farm technology news: Regenerative agriculture company Regrow Ag announces layoffs, and CropX announces plans to integrate its tech with CNH equipment.

AI could pose risk for food and ag companies

ADM and other businesses are disclosing potential pitfalls of artificial intelligence as the technology becomes more essential for growth.

Pilgrim’s Pride to pay chicken farmers $100M in record price-fixing settlement

The poultry processor, along with rivals Tyson and Perdue Farms, was accused of conspiring to suppress broiler grower compensation nationwide.

Louis Dreyfus forms dedicated pulses unit

The processor is capitalizing on global demand for beans, peas, chickpeas and lentils, which have gained prominence as a meat alternative.

How biogas can support the US strategy for reducing food waste

Anaerobic digestion can help drive progress on climate, but we have only just started to tap into the technology's potential, writes the head of the American Biogas Council.

Canada’s rail network shuts down: Here’s what it means for agriculture

A lockout of union workers is expected to upend transportation of fertilizer and create risks for grain shippers ahead of the upcoming harvest.

Farm groups pressure Canada’s government to prevent rail shutdown

A work stoppage at the country’s main railroads would create extensive disruption for grain farmers and U.S. agriculture, stakeholders say.

Rebuilding the US cattle herd could take years, analyst says

Strong cattle prices are encouraging ranchers to sell rather than retain their animals despite feed cost and pasture improvements.

These farmers didn’t know their land was contaminated with PFAS. Now they’re suing.

Some states are ordering farms to stop selling their products after testing positive for the “forever chemicals.”

Lifeway Foods family feud heats up as shareholders push CEO to resign

The brother and mother of Julie Smolyansky are accusing the executive of steering the company off course.

The meat industry reacts to Harris’ plan to ban ‘price gouging’

Trade groups say the vice president’s plan unfairly blames food companies for driving inflation without addressing the root causes for why prices are higher.

Farmers Business Network spins off digital grain platform Gradable in ADM joint venture

The company is looking to expand its reach among commodity buyers and growers as new sustainability regulations are set to take effect.

Colorado kicks off produce incentive program for SNAP participants

The new state initiative will apply matching credits to consumers' EBT accounts for every dollar spent on qualifying fruits and vegetables, with a cap of $20 per transaction.

Deere earnings beat expectations following layoffs

Despite declining profits in the third quarter, the manufacturer is positioning itself ahead of industry competitors through steep production cuts.

Agtech seedlings: Cargill tests irrigation tech on cotton fields

Also in this week's farm technology news: Suzano invests in agtech for eucalyptus farming, and rock-picking startup TerraClear picks a Farmer Business Network exec to be its next CEO. 

Canada rail embargoes intensify ahead of potential work stoppage

If a labor deal isn’t reached before Aug. 22, it could be the first time that both of the country’s major railroads are simultaneously shut down.

Cargill revenue falls, breaking two-year record earnings streak

Slumping commodity prices are pressuring the world's largest grain trader, which is reportedly planning to restructure operations.

JBS stock-listing plans ‘out of our control,’ CFO says

The world's largest meat company reported soaring profits in the second quarter, but hinted it may need more time to secure its ticker on the New York Stock Exchange.

Tyson cuts more jobs at North Carolina chicken plant

The meat processing giant is initiating another round of layoffs at its Wilkesboro facility to support demand for fully-cooked products.

Upside Foods sues Florida over cultivated meat ban

The alternative protein company says in a lawsuit that restrictions on lab-grown meat are unconstitutional and only serve to protect cattle ranchers.

The 4 types of agtech startups attracting venture investment

Despite a tough funding environment, companies that address farm profitability and sustainability have remained somewhat resilient in this year's second quarter, according to Pitchbook. 

Canada’s major rail carriers begin shipping embargoes

CPKC and Canadian National have stopped shipments of “hazardous items” including certain agricultural chemicals ahead of potential work stoppage.