Conventionally-bred biofortified crops are improving the health of millions globally but will eventually be forced to rely on GM technology. Will activists allow such a move, or will millions in poverty suffer?
WPI recently noted Zimbabwe’s intention to produce 40,000 MT of biofortified maize in 2017 (see Ag Perspectives, 8 November 2016). This variety will account for approximately 10 percent of the country’s maize production as a result of the government’s strategy. It differs from traditional white maize as it contains higher levels of vitamin A to help address the deficiency of that vitamin, which can impair both the brain and immune system and affects nearly one in five children under age 5 in Zimbabwe. Vitamin A b...
What You Need to Know Today: After a period of limited activity, USDA reported a sizeable 613 KMT in soybean export sales, including 330 KMT to China and 283 KMT to unknown destinations, potentially also China. The purchases represent a meaningful pickup in demand and bring China closer to ful...
Key Takeaways: Consumer spending is a key driver of the U.S. economy, and the latest retail sales data indicate that spending remains robust despite inflation. In September, total retail and food service sales rose more than 6 percent year-over-year, with food service spending up 7 percent and...
The Trump import plan for 300,000 MT of beef supplies used for ground beef, i.e., lean trim, from September through November has, according to Secretary Brooke Rollins, brought some relief to beef prices. The Executive Order states that the Secretary of Agriculture will analyze and review the m...
