Why the U.S. is growing less food
The United States’ fruit and vegetable production, as well as the number of farms in the country, has been declining for decades while it increasingly relies on other countries to …
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Why U.S. citrus is facing a shortage crisis
U.S. orange production has plummeted as the industry faces volatile threats from extreme weather events, an incurable disease and economic pressures. Citrus growers are losing millions of dollars every year, …
Will avocados get more expensive after Mexico assault, inspection pause?
(NewsNation) — There’s bad news for guacamole lovers: The U.S. could soon see fewer avocados coming from Mexico. The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has suspended inspections of avocados and …
PNC Bank mortgage review
PNC is one of the largest mortgage originators in the U.S. Find out if it’s the right lender for you. NurPhoto/NurPhoto via Getty Images PNC Bank was the ninth-largest mortgage originator …
NBKC Bank mortgage review 2023
NBKC Bank offers mortgage loans both in person in the Kansas City area and nationwide, if you’re willing to handle everything online. athima tongloom/Getty Images NBKC Bank is an online-first …
New American Funding review 2023
Is New American Funding the right choice for your mortgage loan? Here’s what you need to know to decide. krisanapong detraphiphat/Getty Images New American Funding is a mortgage lender that …
How U.S. soybeans influence global economics
Soybeans have become a cornerstone of American agriculture, contributing $124 billion to the U.S. economy in 2022, according to a study conducted by the National Oilseed Processors Association and the …
Mortgage Lenders Rating Methodology
How we pick our top-rated mortgage lenders. ~UserGI15994093/Getty Images/iStockphoto Choosing to buy or refinance a home is a big financial decision, so it’s important to choose the right lender. These …
Best mortgage lenders of October 2023
Choosing a mortgage lender is one of the most important homebuying decisions you’ll make. Here are our picks. David Gyung/Getty Images/iStockphoto Whether you’re buying a home, refinancing, or tapping into your …
Best online mortgage lenders of October 2023
Many lenders offer online mortgages these days — but they aren’t all created equal. krisanapong detraphiphat/Getty Images Getting a mortgage used to be a tedious and painstaking process. You’d have …