CoBank forecasts forces shaping US rural economy Falling feed costs and rising producer margins renew expansion interest in animal protein segments. Industry News December 16, 2024 No Comments Rural industries are disproportionately exposed to federal policy and face downside risks in 2025.Read More
Turkey losing status as Thanksgiving centerpiece? CoBank report uncovers Thanksgiving protein trends. Industry News November 11, 2024 No Comments Growing demand for convenience, longer-term pressure on turkey supplies and increasing competition from beef and pork marketers may impact longevity of the holiday turkey. Read More
Private-label grocery shoppers come for price, stay for quality Report suggests retailers will accelerate efforts to expand their private-label offerings, targeting growth segments including seafood. Industry News September 18, 2024 No Comments Changing consumer perceptions about private-label brands fuel sales growth, market share gains and category expansion.Read More
FFA chapters receive grants to purchase agricultural mechanics equipment to build student skills Seaboard Foods awards grants to three high school agricultural education programs with a matching donation from CoBank. Industry News October 10, 2023 No Comments Three agricultural education programs receive grants totaling $22,500.Read More
Plant-based meat alternatives struggle to maintain early momentum High price points and other lingering obstacles trigger sharp decline in sales. Industry News August 15, 2023 No Comments Beyond cost, lingering negative perceptions surrounding taste, value and versatility are also obstacles the category has yet to overcome.Read More
Avian flu remains persistent threat to U.S. export markets, poultry supplies HPAI outbreak risk for fall remains elevated. Industry News September 8, 2022 No Comments Poultry producers, exporters, and consumers increasingly vulnerable to future HPAI market shocks.Read More
CoBank Quarterly: U.S. Monetary policy poised to replace COVID as economic wild card Industry News January 17, 2022 No Comments With the economy on solid ground, Federal Reserve decisions will have outsized influence.Read More