…drawn praise from leading industry groups, including the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, for its aggressive and proactive approach to protecting domestic food supplies. Rollins also detailed a five-part USDA strategy…
Berry Growers: Is Your Fungicide & Miticide Program Ready for Summer?
…anyone growing strawberries, blueberries, or blackberries in the Central Coast or Central Valley. Listen now and sharpen your in-season strategy. Berry Growers: Is Your Fungicide & Miticide Program Ready for…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 06-18-25
…in farm communities. Listeners will also hear Jacobson’s thoughts on food security, the challenges posed by environmental regulations, and the Farm Bureau’s evolving role in representing growers and ranchers across…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 06-17-25
Today on AgNet News Hour: Freight, Fuel, and Food Security Take Center Stage It’s a jam-packed Tuesday on the AgNet News Hour, and today’s episode dives deep into the issues…
Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers
…he explained. “There’s a vested interest when the farmer owns his land. I just don’t think we’d have the same robust food supply if we were tenant farmers to a…
Ryan Jacobsen: Defending California Agriculture
…150 miles away—and yet we produce over 75% of the nation’s fruits and a third of its vegetables,” he said. “It’s not just about economics—it’s about the food people eat…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
…costs of doing business in the state and the added burden placed on farmers, freight, and food prices. Finally, the show features an in-depth interview with Jesse Silva, VP of…
California Farmland or Solar Fields? Ag Secretary Pushes Back
…Rollins emphasized that preserving farmland is not just about food production, but also about national security, the sustainability of family farms, and protecting the American rural identity. California Legislation Sparks…
Trump: “We Can’t Do That to Our Farmers” – Call for Action on Ag Farm Labor
…home when their work is complete. But ongoing legal uncertainty threatens this system and the food supply chain it supports. Fixing the System, Not Breaking It The call from Trump…
Growing Edge: Quash® at the Forefront: Effective Management for Alternaria and Beyond
…or hull rot, Quash® Fungicide remains one of the most trusted and proven tools in your disease control program. With broad spectrum activity and many five-star UC ratings on almond…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 06-13-25
…agriculture — one that undermines food production in favor of energy policy. It’s a passionate segment that speaks directly to the heart of the ag community. Plus, veteran PCA Todd…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
…and enable reinvestment in farm infrastructure and operations. Crucially, the bill includes updates to key federal farm programs such as the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program. These adjustments aim to…
NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
…these programs, the Dairy Margin Coverage (DMC) Program holds special importance. Designed as an insurance mechanism for dairy farmers, the DMC Program helps protect them against market fluctuations and unforeseen…
Oriental Fruit Fly Quarantine Lifted in Garden Grove
The California Department of Food and Agriculture (CDFA) has officially lifted the oriental fruit fly quarantine in Garden Grove, located in Orange County. This marks a crucial victory for pest…