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U.S. Sustainability Alliance Aims to Bring U.S. Agriculture to Life at FAO Global Event

When FAO’s Global Exhibition From Seeds to Foods returns for its second edition in October, members of the U.S. Sustainability Alliance (USSA) will join forces to promote a deeper understanding of U.S. farming, fisheries and forestry under the theme “Fostering Innovation for Food Security and Nutrition.”

Destination California: USSA to Showcase U.S. Agriculture to EU Media

From 28 September to 2 October 2026, the U.S. Sustainability Alliance (USSA) will host a group of European media in California, America’s leading agricultural exporting state.

Interest in Cover Crops Grows, Improving Yields, Weed Control and Profitability

Interest in cover crops remains high among American producers and is expected to continue, according to the 2026 National Cover Crop Report.

American Farmers Are Leading a Quiet Revolution in Water Management

Amid mounting pressure from climate volatility, water scarcity and rising input costs, U.S. farmers and ranchers are rethinking their water use and transforming how the nation grows its food. In this exclusive article, Carlos Suárez, Director of Global Sustainability at the U.S. Grains & BioProducts Council and Chair of the U.S. Sustainability Alliance, shares innovative examples of water stewardship.

USSA Newsletter: July 2026

Hello and welcome to the latest USSA newsletter - our final edition before the summer break.

California Can Lead the Bioeconomy Revolution, Giannini Foundation Finds

The evolving bioeconomy offers a significant opportunity for California agriculture, according to a recent UC Giannini Foundation publication. In The Bioeconomy and Its Potential to Enhance California Agriculture, researchers explain how byproducts, forest materials and food waste can be converted into higher-value products, reducing waste and generating new revenue.

Montna Farms: Cultivating Rice While Nurturing Vital Bird and Salmon Habitat

Montna Farms, a multi-generational rice farm in Sutter County, California, stands as a leader in sustainability, wildlife conservation and innovation.

Record Corn Crop Delivers $142 Billion to U.S. Economy

In 2025, U.S. corn growers achieved record production, according to a new study by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA).

EU’s New Rules Mark a Pivotal Moment for U.S. Agriculture

The European Parliament’s decision to adopt new rules for the regulation of gene-edited crops marks a turning point that U.S. policymakers, farmers and innovators cannot afford to ignore.

California Prune Board Welcomes EU 0% Tariff Agreement

In 2025, U.S. corn growers achieved record production, according to a new study by the National Corn Growers Association (NCGA).

USDA and NASDA Honor Family Farms Operating for 250 Years

As America celebrates 250 years of independence, a new initiative honors family farms and their invaluable contributions to the nation’s history across generations.

USSA Newsletter: June 2026

Welcome to our latest newsletter, which this month focuses on innovation, export trade and regulatory developments.