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
02.04.2025
Chicago, Gulf animal fats and oils markets strengthen despite ongoing uncertainty
The US animal fats and oils markets were stable to higher on Tuesday February 4, as Chicago market activity saw a notable uptick throughout the day.
Six railcars...
02.04.2025
Light trade volume leaves most US animal protein prices flat
Light trade volume was reported in the US animal proteins markets for Tuesday February 4.
Ruminant meat and bonemeal, Missouri River, was reported as steady from Monday February...
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December US soybean crush, corn consumption up month on month
US soybean crush above monthly, yearly levels
Soybeans crushed for crude oil totaled 218 million bushels in December 2024, up by 7% from November and by 4% from...