…revealed that his interest in politics was sparked by a deeply personal moment in his youth. “Back in the 90s, under the Clinton administration, they shut down McClellan Air Force…
Manuel Cunha: Work Permits Key for Ag Workforce
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Screwworm Threat Sparks Swift Federal Action
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California Ag Water Outlook: Hope from Ryan Jacobsen
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Foreign Land Ownership Sparks Concern Among California Farmers
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AgNet News Hour Monday, 06-16-25
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Trump: “We Can’t Do That to Our Farmers” – Call for Action on Ag Farm Labor
Trump Speaks Out on Farm Labor Crisis Former President Donald Trump is calling for immediate action to address the crisis facing America’s agricultural workforce. Speaking about the long-standing migrant workers…
“Big Beautiful Bill” Sparks National Debate with Key Farm Provisions
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NMPF Delves into the “Big Beautiful Bill” Potential Benefits for Agricultural Industries
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USDA Secretary Brooke Rollins Highlights Trade Wins, Disaster Aid, and Regulatory Cuts in House Testimony
…office under the Trump administration. In her opening remarks, Secretary Rollins emphasized a bold, farmer-first agenda, touting major actions in trade, disaster relief, regulatory reform, and food security. “The hardworking…
California’s Water Crisis: Time to Turn Policy into Action
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USDA Office Closures Scaled Back Amid Growing Tensions and Revisions
…half of the offices initially targeted under the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) initiative launched by the Trump administration. The change comes amid mounting scrutiny and rising tensions between former…
Trump Doubles Steel Import Tariffs as U.S.-Japan Talks Continue
The U.S. is taking a firmer stance on trade policy as President Donald Trump announces a significant increase in steel import tariffs. Under the new proposal, tariffs would rise from…