Pennsylvania has been a historical hotbed for organic agriculture in the U.S. for a variety of reasons. The geographic location of Pennsylvania ideally situates it among vast markets for organic food in the densely populated Northeast Corridor. In addition to geography, Pennsylvania is blessed by geology, with plentiful prime soils for their crop rotations to harness. Political support has also helped to facilitate growth.
Pennsylvania legislators are doubling down on their support for organic agriculture. Governor Josh Shapiro recently proposed an additional $1 million in funding for the sector for 2023-2024. This is in addition to $1.6 million in the
12.30.2024
Glycerin prices on rise while inventories fall
Crude glycerin prices rose this week, with sources reporting to Fastmarkets on Monday December 30 that slowing biodiesel production is leading to reduced supplies.
One trader reported for...
12.30.2024
Early publication of US agricultural products price assessments: pricing notice
Fastmarkets will publish price assessments for US animal fats and oils, animal proteins, biomass-based diesel, hide and leather, grain and feed ingredients, organic/non-GMO and vegetable oils at 12:00pm Central...
12.30.2024
US bloodmeal price spread widens even with an elevated low end: 2024 recap
US animal protein prices were steady on Monday December 30.
Hog slaughter
Fastmarkets’ research team forecasts hog slaughter at 2.200 million head in the week to January 4,...