…embraced the industry, sharing insights on everything from drought challenges to the importance of local produce. Elevating Agriculture Through Food Content Lex’s content often celebrates the fruits of California farming—literally….
AgNet News Hour Friday, 07-18-25
…their operations. The episode also highlights the Make America Healthy Again (MAHA) initiative, which is gaining support from major food companies and aims to increase access to fresh fruits and…
Trump Administration Ends Regional Food Business Centers Program
Trump Administration Shuts Down Regional Food Business Centers Supporting Small Farms In a major shift in federal agricultural policy, the Trump administration has announced the termination of 12 Regional Food…
Beef Industry Backs USDA Farm Security Plan
…strategic plan from USDA helps restore confidence among producers, who are vital to maintaining the nation’s beef supply chain. Woodall emphasized the importance of governmental backing, stating: “To be able…
U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy Exports
…two nations. The deal includes significant provisions for U.S. agriculture, energy, and food processing industries, creating expanded opportunities for American producers and exporters. U.S.-Indonesia Trade Deal Boosts Agriculture and Energy…
Senators Resist Effort to Override Prop 12
…strong opposition to the inclusion of the Food Security and Farm Protection Act in the upcoming Farm Bill. The legislation, introduced by Senator Joni Ernst (R-IA), seeks to prevent states…
U.S.-India Trade Talks Stall Nut Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty
…that could occur if tariffs are adjusted after goods are cleared. U.S.-India Trade Talks Stall Nut Shipments Amid Tariff Uncertainty These postponements are adding strain to supply chains that are…
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 07-16-25
…the West—Nevada, Utah, Arizona, Oregon—facing the same pressures.” He calls for a reinvestment in domestic food production and fewer imports, emphasizing that national food security must become a central policy…
Lawsuit Highlights Sustainability Concerns Over Imported Avocados
…new lawsuit involving U.S. avocado growers is shedding light on how the global avocado supply chain may be falling short of environmental expectations—raising legal, ethical, and consumer transparency issues. Lawsuit…
R-CALF Urges Action on Screwworm Near Border
…highlights the absolute necessity of severing our dependency on foreign supply chains,” Bullard added. Support for Sterile Fly Facilities Calling the situation a “wake-up call,” Bullard commended USDA’s swift decision…
New Tariff Targets Mexican Tomato Imports
…layer of uncertainty for the produce market and U.S.–Mexico trade relations, with potential implications for price stability and supply chain dynamics in the months ahead. Sponsored Content Purina Podcast: Managing…
Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters
…around agricultural policy. Canada’s Trade Moves Raise Concerns for U.S. Meat Exporters Supply Management Safeguards Stir Unease Borror highlighted Canada’s longstanding efforts to protect its domestic supply management systems—especially in…
IFPA Strengthens Voice with UNEP Recognition
…key decision-making forums. Cathy Burns, CEO of IFPA, described the UNEP accreditation as a significant advocacy milestone, allowing the organization to better influence discussions that impact the global supply chain….
Yuma, Arizona: Winter Lettuce Capital Powering Ag Innovation
Yuma Leads U.S. Winter Vegetable Supply Chain Yuma, Arizona has earned its title as the Winter Lettuce Capital of the World by producing over 90% of all lettuce and leafy…