#freshproduce — Public Fediverse posts

Why ‘vertical farming’ is not a fix for our food system
#Canada #FoodSecurity #Farming #Environment #Agriculture #Food #VerticalFarming #Business #FreshProduce #ClimateChange #Sustainability #FoodSystems #FoodInsecurity #Economy
#The14Media
https://the-14.com/why-vertical-farming-is-not-a-fix-for-our-food-system/

South Louisiana gardener says spring tomatoes are ‘done for now’ after a huge harvest https://www.allforgardening.com/1944190/south-louisiana-gardener-says-spring-tomatoes-are-done-for-now-after-a-huge-harvest-2/ #Brit #ExtremeHeat #FreshProduce #GardeningLouisiana #GrowingTomatoes #harvest #louisiana #RipeTomatoes #SouthLouisiana #SpringSeason #SummerTemperatures

Greek Recipe Developer Shares Her 2 Favorite Mediterranean Diet Recipes https://www.diningandcooking.com/2851298/greek-recipe-developer-shares-her-2-favorite-mediterranean-diet-recipes/ #BusinessInsider #CardiovascularDisease #city #diabete #FavoriteMediterraneanDietRecipes #FreshProduce #GreekOut #GreekRecipeDeveloper #GreekStyleFry #HomeCountry #legume #MariaKoutsogiannis #Mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanDietRecipes #MediterraneanFoodRecipes #MediterraneanRecipes #Nut #WholeGrain

South Dakota agencies are getting help to put more fresh produce on the shelves – Rapid City, South Dakota | News, Weather and Sports https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/46018/ #FeedingSouthDakota #FreshFruits #FreshProduce #FruitsAndVegetables #HealthyFood #JenniePalmer #RapidCity #SouthDakota #SouthDakotaDining #SouthDakotaFood #SouthDakotaGroceryStores #SouthDakotaRestaurants #TheWellmarkFoundation #VucurevichFoundation

#BathME - #SharingTable In-Person -
Tuesdays, 12pm - 2:30pm

Remaining 2026 dates:
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
Tuesday, October 13, 2026
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
Tuesday, October 27, 2026
Tuesday, November 3, 2026
Tuesday, November 10, 2026
Tuesday, November 17, 2026
Tuesday, November 24, 2026
Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Tuesday, December 8, 2026
Tuesday, December 15, 2026
Tuesday, December 22, 2026
Tuesday, December 29, 2026

Children's Room
Patten Free Library
33 Summer Street
Bath, ME 04530

"Free fresh vegetables gleaned from #LocalFarms provided by the #MerrymeetingGleaners and #MidCoast #HungerPrevention Program. Find the Sharing Table outside the Children's Room from September-May and in the Gazebo during the summer.

Sharing tables are open to anyone, there is no income or residency requirement and they are 100% anonymous. The tables are stocked with #FreshProduce as well as some prepared items, processed using any surplus gleaned food. #TakeWhatYouNeed and leave the rest for your friends and neighbors. Produce will vary depending on what is available from the farms and gardens. Please bring your own bags."

Event page:
https://patten-lib.libcal.com/event/15944860

#SolarPunkSunday #PattenFreeLibrary
#FoodSecurity #FoodSharing #MaineEvents #LibrariesRule #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #FarmToTable #BuildingCommunity #MaineLibraries #Gleaners #SharingFood #FoodInsecurity

Pennsylvania officials, advocates stress urgency in fight against rising food insecurity https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/38527/ #AssistanceOrganizations #FoodInsecurity #FreshProduce #pennsylvania #PennsylvaniaCapitol #PennsylvaniaFood #StateOfficials

Illinois opens $26 million grocery rescue as food deserts leave rural towns miles from produce https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/37857/ #EquipmentUpgrades #food #FoodDeserts #FreshProduce #groceries #Illinois #IllinoisDining #IllinoisFood #IllinoisGroceryStores #IllinoisRestaurants #UnderservedCommunities

Ukraine may face onion shortage in spring due to lower production, expert says • EastFruit

Ukraine may see a significant reduction in onion supply next spring, creating the preconditions for a shortage and…
#Ukraine #UA #Europe #Europa #EU #News #agriculturalproduction #eastfruit #exportdemand #freshproduce #onionprices #onionshortage #springsupply #Ukraineagriculture #Ukraineonionmarket #Ukrainevegetables #vegetablemarket #vegetablestorage
https://www.europesays.com/ukraine/49322/

https://www.europesays.com/africa/449153/ Uganda’s Jet Fresh Takes on Global Cargo Giants for GSSA of the Year #AgricultureExports #AirCargo #AirCargoNewsAwards #EntebbeInternationalAirport #FreshProduce #GSSAOfTheYear #JetFreshCargo #Uganda #UgandaExports

Ethnic grocery store, Mi Favorita, opens new location on West side of Green Bay https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/35942/ #bakery #EthnicSupermarketMiFavorita #FreshProduce #Guatemala #meat #michigan #MichiganDining #MichiganFood #MichiganGroceryStores #MichiganRestaurants #NoraGrajeda #RibbonCutting #WestSideOfGreenBay

High-Fiber Foods I Get at Costco for Mediterranean Diet As a Dietitian

I use mushrooms to add a meaty texture, earthy flavo…
#dining #cooking #diet #food #MediterraneanDishes ##goal #bulk #certainchronicdisease #costco #day #dietitian #enoughfiber #fiber-richstaple #fibermaxxing #freshproduce #healthydiet #latetrend #Mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #Mediterraneandishes #wholegrain
https://www.diningandcooking.com/2833981/high-fiber-foods-i-get-at-costco-for-mediterranean-diet-as-a-dietitian-2/

High-Fiber Foods I Get at Costco for Mediterranean Diet As a Dietitian

I use mushrooms to…
#dining #cooking #diet #food #mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanFood #MediterraneanDishes ##goal #bulk #certainchronicdisease #costco #day #dietitian #enoughfiber #fiber-richstaple #fibermaxxing #freshproduce #healthydiet #latetrend #Mediterranean #Mediterraneandishes #wholegrain
https://www.diningandcooking.com/2833981/high-fiber-foods-i-get-at-costco-for-mediterranean-diet-as-a-dietitian-2/

High-Fiber Foods I Get at Costco for Mediterranean Diet As a Dietitian https://www.diningandcooking.com/2833981/high-fiber-foods-i-get-at-costco-for-mediterranean-diet-as-a-dietitian-2/ ##goal #bulk #CertainChronicDisease #costco #day #dietitian #EnoughFiber #FiberRichStaple #fibermaxxing #food #FreshProduce #HealthyDiet #LateTrend #Mediterranean #MediterraneanDiet #MediterraneanDishes #WholeGrain

#BathME - #SharingTable In-Person

Tuesday, September 29, 2026
12pm - 2:30pm

Children's Room
Patten Free Library
33 Summer Street
Bath, ME 04530

"Free fresh vegetables gleaned from #LocalFarms provided by the #MerrymeetingGleaners and #MidCoast #HungerPrevention Program. Find the Sharing Table outside the Children's Room from September-May and in the Gazebo during the summer.

Sharing tables are open to anyone, there is no income or residency requirement and they are 100% anonymous. The tables are stocked with #FreshProduce as well as some prepared items, processed using any surplus gleaned food. #TakeWhatYouNeed and leave the rest for your friends and neighbors. Produce will vary depending on what is available from the farms and gardens. Please bring your own bags."

Event page:
https://patten-lib.libcal.com/event/15944856?hs=a

FMI:
https://www.merrymeetingfoodcouncil.org/merrymeeting-gleaners

#SolarPunkSunday #PattenFreeLibrary
#FoodSecurity #FoodSharing #MaineEvents #LibrariesRule #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #FarmToTable #BuildingCommunity #MaineLibraries #Gleaners #SharingFood #FoodSecurity

Ethnic grocery store, Mi Favorita, opens new location on West side of Green Bay https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/33891/ #bakery #EthnicSupermarketMiFavorita #FreshProduce #Guatemala #meat #michigan #MichiganDining #MichiganFood #MichiganGroceryStores #MichiganRestaurants #NoraGrajeda #RibbonCutting #WestSideOfGreenBay

Aldi is lowering prices on nearly 1/3 of its products

Aldi is slashing prices on nearly one-third of its groceries this fall, giving shoppers a break on staples…
#Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #Aldi #ElevationReady-to-Drink #everydayprice #freshproduce #Honeycrispapples #lowerprices #organicitems #ScottPatton #spaghettisquash #Süd&Nord
https://www.europesays.com/germany/98704/

Aldi is lowering prices on nearly 1/3 of its products

Aldi is slashing prices on nearly one-third of its groceries this fall, giving shoppers a break on staples…
#Germany #DE #Europe #EU #Europa #Aldi #ElevationReady-to-Drink #everydayprice #freshproduce #Honeycrispapples #lowerprices #organicitems #ScottPatton #spaghettisquash #Süd&Nord
https://www.europesays.com/germany/98399/

Kerry’s Grocery: One man’s 36-year commitment to serving Dannebrog https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/22333/ #2019 #BaggedGroceries #centura #CommunityMember #Covid19Pandemic #danish #DanishCapitolOfNebraska #dannebrog #deli #flood #food #FoodDesert #FreshProduce #GroceryStore #hardware #HighSchool #HowardCounty #items #jerileigh #Johnson'sGrocery #kerry #KerryLauritsen #Kerry'sGrocery #lauritsens #LelandRayfieldJohnson #Nebraska #NebraskaDining #NebraskaFood #NebraskaGroceryStores #NebraskaRestaurants #ray

Texas man built a free front-yard garden, then strangers made it an open-source movement https://www.allforgardening.com/1941493/texas-man-built-a-free-front-yard-garden-then-strangers-made-it-an-open-source-movement/ #FarmersMarket #FreshProduce #FrontYard? #GardeningTexas #GroceryCosts #NeighborhoodConnection #OpenSourceMovement #texas

#BathME - #SharingTable In-Person

Tuesday, September 22, 2026
12pm - 2:30pm

Children's Room
Patten Free Library
33 Summer Street
Bath, ME 04530

"Free fresh vegetables gleaned from #LocalFarms provided by the #MerrymeetingGleaners and #MidCoast #HungerPrevention Program. Find the Sharing Table outside the Children's Room from September-May and in the Gazebo during the summer.

Sharing tables are open to anyone, there is no income or residency requirement and they are 100% anonymous. The tables are stocked with #FreshProduce as well as some prepared items, processed using any surplus gleaned food. #TakeWhatYouNeed and leave the rest for your friends and neighbors. Produce will vary depending on what is available from the farms and gardens. Please bring your own bags."

Event page:
https://patten-lib.libcal.com/event/15944856?hs=a

FMI:
https://www.merrymeetingfoodcouncil.org/merrymeeting-gleaners

#SolarPunkSunday #PattenFreeLibrary
#FoodSecurity #FoodSharing #MaineEvents #LibrariesRule #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #FarmToTable #BuildingCommunity #MaineLibraries #Gleaners #SharingFood #FoodSecurity

Michigan-born SNAP program turns $20 into $40 of produce at farmers markets https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/19352/ #FarmersMarkets #Farmers'Market #Farmers'Markets #FreshProduce #InstagramPost #michigan #MichiganDining #MichiganFood #MichiganGroceryStores #MichiganRestaurants #SNAP

A mom navigates SNAP program changes and high grocery prices https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/?p=14053 #CarolinaHungerInitiative #FreshProduce #GovJoshStein #GreenForGreensFund #Greensboro #GuildfordCounty #NCDHHS #NorthCarolina #NorthCarolinaDining #NorthCarolinaFood #NorthCarolinaGeneralAssmbly #NorthCarolinaGroceryStores #NorthCarolinaRestaurants #SnapBenefits #TheCornerFarmersMarket #UNCChapelHill #UNCSchoolOfGovernment #USDA

Free produce distributed in Gage County by Molina Healthcare amid rising food insecurity https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/13789/ #150Boxes #access #Beatrice #community #Distribution #families #FoodInsecurity #Free #FreeBoxes #FreeProduce #FreshProduce #fruits #GageCounty #groceries #GrowingConcern #IndianCreekMall #insecure #KellieCarlin #molina #MolinaHealthcareOfNebraska #Nebraska #NebraskaDining #NebraskaFood #NebraskaGroceryStores #NebraskaRestaurants #NutritiousFood #ParkingLot #Residents #vegetables

3 Takeaways From Mamdani’s City-Run Grocery Stores — and 30% Discount https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/12840/ #%Discount #%Saving #administration #BusinessInsider #city #CityRunGroceryStore #food #FreshProduce #GroceryStore #mamdani #NewYorkCity #NewYorkers #NYC #NycGroceries #NYCGroceryStore #plan #price #PrivateGroceryStoreOperator #store

Desi Fresh Expands Its Indian Grocery Delivery Service Across New Jersey https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/11030/ #desi #DesiFresh #FreshProduce #GroceryDelivery #IndianCooking #NewJersey #NewJerseyDining #NewJerseyFood #NewJerseyGroceryStores #NewJerseyRestaurants #SouthAsianCommunity #SouthPlainfield

Delaware food program fills produce processing gap https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/10764/ #Delaware #DelawareDining #DelawareFood #DelawareGroceryStores #DelawareRestaurants #DepartmentOfCorrections #FreshProduce #GovernorMattMeyer

#SilentSunday

A myoga flower 😊

#myoga #Japanese #Ginger #Japan #condiments #vegetable #FreshProduce #Photography

How the Food Bank of Wyoming supports local farms to fight hunger | Local & State News https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/5291/ #1890Farms #FreshProduce #HungerActionMonth #HungerRelief #volunteer #Wyoming #WyomingDining #WyomingFood #WyomingGroceryStores #WyomingRestaurants

Canadian boycott of US products pushes grocers to adapt, explore new supply sources

By Nivedita Balu TORONTO, Sept 12 (Reuters) – A growing consumer push to buy Canadian and boycott U.S.…
#Canada #CanadianFederationofIndependentGrocers #Canadianorigins #Canadianproducts #donaldtrump #foodsupply #freshproduce #GiancarloTrimarchi
https://www.europesays.com/canada/206464/

Canadian boycott of US products pushes grocers to adapt, explore new supply sources

By Nivedita Balu TORONTO, Sept 12 (Reuters) – A growing consumer push to buy Canadian and boycott U.S.…
#Canada #CanadianFederationofIndependentGrocers #Canadianorigins #Canadianproducts #donaldtrump #foodsupply #freshproduce #GiancarloTrimarchi
https://www.europesays.com/canada/206460/

Why Lansing shoppers are skipping grocery stores for farmers markets amid food recalls https://www.diningandcooking.com/us/3123/ #AgriculturalCompliance #FoodRecalls #FoodSafety #FoodborneIllness #FreshProduce #GroceryStoreRecalls #LansingFarmersMarkets #LocalNews #michigan #MichiganDining #MichiganFood #MichiganGroceryStores #MichiganRestaurants #MSUExtension #TaylorFarmsRecall

#FreshProduceFriday

The first batch of myoga from our backyard this year 🤩

#myoga #Japanese #Ginger #Japan #condiments #vegetable #FreshProduce #Photography

Carrefour makes India return with opening of store in Gr Noida

Greater Noida: Global retail giant Carrefour has opened its first store in India at the H&S Mall, Boulevard…
#France #FR #Europe #EU #Carrefour #freshproduce #GreaterNoida #internationalproducts #retailgiant
https://www.europesays.com/france/74167/

In mid-Missouri, CSAs pave the way for The Sage Garden’s growth https://www.allforgardening.com/1936666/in-mid-missouri-csas-pave-the-way-for-the-sage-gardens-growth/ #ColumbiaFarmersMarket #csa #CsaMissouri #CsaProgramsInMidMissouri #EricaParker #farming #FreshProduce #FreshProduceInMidMissouri #GardeningMissouri #GrownInMissouri #interview #LocallyGrown #LocallyGrownProduce #Missouri #MissouriFarmers #ProduceGrownInMissouri #SaladGreens #SeasonalProduce #TheSageGarden #vegetables

Kansas City, Missouri, launches PLANT microgrant to support local farms, gardens https://www.allforgardening.com/1936084/kansas-city-missouri-launches-plant-microgrant-to-support-local-farms-gardens/ #farming #FreshProduce #GardeningMissouri #gardens #KansasCity #KansasCityNews #LocalFarms #microgrant #Missouri #plant #SupportLocal

QC 12-year-old grows backyard garden into produce business https://www.allforgardening.com/1935676/qc-12-year-old-grows-backyard-garden-into-produce-business/ #backyard #BackyardGarden #BackyardGardening #farmhouse #FreshProduce #garden #ProduceBusiness #ProduceStand #WhatStartedWithASmallFoldOutTableInADavenportDrivewayHasGrownIntoABusinessFor12YearOldJaxonSonger

#BathME - #SharingTable In-Person

Tuesday, September 1, 2026
12pm - 2:30pm

Library Gazebo
Patten Free Library
33 Summer Street
Bath, ME 04530

"Free fresh vegetables gleaned from #LocalFarms provided by the #MerrymeetingGleaners and #MidCoast #HungerPrevention Program. Find the Sharing Table outside the Children's Room from September-May and in the Gazebo during the summer.

Sharing tables are open to anyone, there is no income or residency requirement and they are 100% anonymous. The tables are stocked with #FreshProduce as well as some prepared items, processed using any surplus gleaned food. #TakeWhatYouNeed and leave the rest for your friends and neighbors. Produce will vary depending on what is available from the farms and gardens. Please bring your own bags."

Event page:
https://patten-lib.libcal.com/event/15944856?hs=a

FMI:
https://www.merrymeetingfoodcouncil.org/merrymeeting-gleaners

#SolarPunkSunday #PattenFreeLibrary
#FoodSecurity #FoodSharing #MaineEvents #LibrariesRule #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #FarmToTable #BuildingCommunity #MaineLibraries

#BathME - #SharingTable In-Person

Tuesday, August 18, 2026
12pm - 2:30pm

Library Gazebo
Patten Free Library
33 Summer Street
Bath, ME 04530

"Free fresh vegetables gleaned from #LocalFarms provided by the #MerrymeetingGleaners and #MidCoast #HungerPrevention Program. Find the Sharing Table outside the Children's Room from September-May and in the Gazebo during the summer.

Sharing tables are open to anyone, there is no income or residency requirement and they are 100% anonymous. The tables are stocked with #FreshProduce as well as some prepared items, processed using any surplus gleaned food. #TakeWhatYouNeed and leave the rest for your friends and neighbors. Produce will vary depending on what is available from the farms and gardens. Please bring your own bags."

Event page:
https://patten-lib.libcal.com/event/15944854?hs=a

FMI:
https://www.merrymeetingfoodcouncil.org/merrymeeting-gleaners

#SolarPunkSunday #PattenFreeLibrary #MerryMeetingGleaners #FoodSecurity #FoodSharing #MaineEvents #LibrariesRule #NeighborsHelpingNeighbors #FarmToTable #BuildingCommunity #MaineLibraries

DRIVE-THRU NO-COST FRESH PRODUCE DISTRIBUTION event.

✨ Date: Wednesday, July 15th, 2026

✨ Time: 9:30am-11:30am (until supplies last)

✨ Location: 335-B East Avenue K6, Lancaster, CA 93535 Wellness Community.

#FreshProduce #Lancaster #AntelopeValley

The carrot's story is a reminder that familiar things often have surprising origins. History hides in plain sight. #PurpleCarrots #FoodHistory #Agriculture #HealthyEating #Farming #FoodFacts #HistoryOfFood #Nature #FreshProduce #Learning
https://sm.stayingalive.in/did-you-know/the-purple-past-hidden.html

#Free #FreshProduce

📅 Date: July 16th, 2026

⏰ Time: 9:30am - 12:00pm or WHILE SUPPLIES LAST

📍 Location: San Fernando Health Center: 1212 Pico St, Los Angeles, CA 91340 (underground parking lot)

#SanFernandoValley #LosAngelesCounty

Contact Us: [email protected]

#NewZealand / #Aotearoa - Community Food Organisations

#KoreHiakai - #ZeroHungerCollective

"Across Aotearoa New Zealand, communities are working together to support those who do not have access to healthy nutritious #AffordableFood. We have responded to this in a variety of ways, and are choosing to centre our map on those organisations providing immediate food assistance to #whānau. These include #CommunityMeals and #FreeStores, #FoodCoops operating a #lowcost or koha model for #FreshProduce, as well as more traditional #FoodBanks and #SocialSupermarkets offering food parcels, budgeting support and more."

Map:
https://www.zerohunger.org.nz/find-a-community-food-organisation

#SolarPunkSunday #FoodSecurity #FoodSharing #ZeroHunger #Kai #BuildingCommunity

#FreshFruitFriday
#FreshProduceFriday

Just having a little fun with some freshly cut fruit 😊

#Fruits #FreshProduce #Strawberry #Apple #Orange #Photography

#JacksonME #FoodPantry

"The #JacksonFoodPantry is a volunteer organization serving residents of Jackson, #MonroeME, #BrooksME, #WaldoME, #SwanvilleME, #ThorndikeME, and #TroyME, with donated and purchased foodstuffs, personal care items, and cleaning supplies when available at no cost. [Along with fresh, locally grown produce when in season]

Location: Jackson Community Center at 262 Village Road in Jackson

Upcoming dates for 2026:

June 19, 2026
July 17, 2026
August 21, 2026
September 18, 2026
October 16, 2026
November 20, 2026
December 18, 2026"

Related news article....

Jackson food pantry serves hundreds with fresh, local produce

Updated: May 15, 2026

https://www.wabi.tv/video/2026/05/15/jackson-food-pantry-serves-hundreds-with-fresh-local-produce/

FMI about the Jackson food pantry:

https://www.jacksonmaine.org/jackson-food-pantry

#SolarPunkSunday #FoodInsecurity #FoodSecurity #FoodPantries #FoodPantriesMaine #MidcoastMaine #MainersHelpingMainers #LocalProduce #FreshProduce #EatHealthy #HelpingOthers #BuildingCommunity

FYI: Amazon adds fresh groceries to same-day delivery in London: Amazon adds fresh groceries to same-day delivery in London - produce, meat and dairy free for Prime on orders over £20, with plans to expand across the UK. https://ppc.land/amazon-adds-fresh-groceries-to-same-day-delivery-in-london/ #Amazon #GroceryDelivery #SameDayDelivery #London #FreshProduce

#FreshProduceFriday

Red shiso is slowly taking over the little myoga forest in our backyard 🤔🌿
Both make delicious condiments 😋

#FreshProduce #Shiso #myoga #Japanese #condiments #Japan #Backyard #Photography

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=ceXt7q0PAxQ&pp=ygUQY2l0eS1ydW4gZ3JvY2VyeQ%3D%

#GoodNews: 😃 #PublicGrocers

#CityRunGrocers

#LaMarqueta #lowerprices 🎉#groceries #food

#NYC #NY #NewYork #NewYorkCity #MAYORMamdani
#ZohranMamdani #CheaperEggs #FreshProduce

USDA Trade Mission In The Philippines Set From April 13 To 16

In a serious effort to ramp up agricultural exports to the Philippines, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) will lead a trade mission in the country from April 13 to 26, 2026 and the delegation will be composed of several American agribusinesses farmers and trade groups, according to a news article by Farms.com.

To put things in perspective, posted below is an excerpt from the news article from Farms.com. Some parts in boldface…

The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) will lead a trade mission to Manila, Philippines, from April 13 to 16, 2026. The goal is to expand export opportunities for American farmers, ranchers, and agribusinesses.

This mission follows a major trade agreement reached in July last year, which created new pathways for U.S. agricultural products in the Philippines market. The delegation will be led by Deputy Under Secretary Michelle Bekkering and will include 58 agribusinesses, trade groups, and representatives from state agriculture departments.

Participating states include Idaho, Kansas, Nebraska, and Wisconsin. Companies such as American Egg Board, American Peanut Council, California Milk Advisory Board, Potatoes USA, U.S. Dairy Export Council, U.S. Soybean Export Council, and U.S. Meat Export Federation are part of the mission. Other businesses like Foodlinx, BNutty Peanut Butter, Global Export Marketing Co., Wonderful Citrus, and USA Poultry and Egg Export Council will also attend.

The Philippines is an important market for U.S. agriculture. It ranks as the tenth-largest buyer of U.S. farm and food products, with average annual imports of $3.4 billion over the past five years. Its growing population of 118 million and rising middle class make it a strong market for future growth.

During the visit, USDA’s Foreign Agricultural Service will organize meetings, market briefings, and site visits. These activities will connect U.S. exporters directly with Filipino buyers and strengthen business relationships.

“USDA is committed to getting American farmers, ranchers and agribusinesses better access to strong markets and fair opportunities abroad,” said Deputy Undersecretary Bekkering. “Since the Philippines is one of the fastest-growing markets in Asia, this mission will connect U.S. exporters directly with reliable buyers, strengthen our trade relationship, and help keep American agriculture globally competitive.”  

Let me end this piece by asking you readers: What is your reaction to this development? Do you think American agriculture is set to grow with exporting goods worldwide under the leadership of US President Donald Trump over the next three years? Do you think Filipinos will continue to consume even more American agricultural goods?

You may answer in the comments below. If you prefer to answer privately, you may do so by sending me a direct message online.

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We enjoy our kale harvests! It's full of nutrients and flavor. Perfect for stir fries, curries, and Sunday roasts. 🌿🍛 #FreshProduce #HealthyMeals #HomeCooking #vegplotter #gardenplanner #squarefootgardening

DRIVE-THRU NO-COST FRESH PRODUCE DISTRIBUTION event.
✨ Date: Wednesday, February 18th, 2026
✨ Time: 9:30am-11:30am (until supplies last)
✨ Location: 335-B East Avenue K6, Lancaster, CA 93535 Wellness Community

#FreshProduce #Lancaster #AntelopeValley #LosAngelesCounty #FreeProduce

#HiramGA - Do you need #mending done? Do you love animals?

Help us support the Paulding Co. Animal Shelter and receive 25% of your mending bill.

"Bring your mending and old towels, blankets, treats or toys to Dixie Delight Candles Country Produce Store on Saturday 2/14 to get in on this deal! Let's share the love!

Items needed: old blankets, towels, toys, and treats."

Location:
68 Hiram Douglasville Hwy, Hiram, GA 30141

Time: 1 - 4pm

https://www.facebook.com/groups/whatshappeningindallasgeorgia/posts/1436336958072454/

#SolarPunkSunday #Georgia #doschicascrafts #dixiedelightcountrystore #mending #sewing #minoralterations #shoplocal #shopsmallbusiness #supportsmallbusiness2026 #farmersmarket #freshproduce

#UMaineCooperativeExtension - Harvest for Hunger

#Recipes

"What comes in all shapes, colors and sizes, and can help prevent cancer, heart disease, and obesity? The answer is not some magic diet pill, but fruits and vegetables!

We’ve compiled a collection of our own recipes to help you make nutritious meals and snacks from fresh produce that you can either grow yourself or buy locally. Each recipe includes step-by-step, easy-to-follow instructions and nutrition information."

Includes recipes and tips for:
- Beets
- Broccoli
- Cabbage
- Carrots
- Cucumbers
- Green beans
- Spinach
- Greens
- Lettuce
- Potatoes
- Tomatoes
- Winter Squashes

Learn more:
https://extension.umaine.edu/harvest-for-hunger/resources/recipes/

#SolarPunkSunday #MaineFood #LocalHarvest #FreshProduce #EatYourVeggies #EatSeasonally #EatLocally #FoodSecurity #Maine

I Sell Onions on the Internet

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