A recent study from the University of Nevada-Reno reveals that cattle aren’t spreading cheatgrass seeds through grazing, contrary to what many believed. The study shows that cattle digestion makes cheatgrass …
Rains Give Hope to Wheat Growers
Recent rains are bringing hope to some wheat growers. Gary Crawford has more. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals – Matt RamseyNovember 4, 2025CIR …
Organizations Collecting Donations for Ranchers Hit by Wildfires
It’s a story that California ranchers know too well, devastation caused by wildfire. This time, it’s ranchers in North Dakota who were hit and now need an assist from fellow …
New Data for Food Data Central
A USDA website centered on comprehensive food composition data was recently updated, providing additional resources to nutritionists, researchers, and consumers. Kyle McKillop of the Economic Research Service tells us more about …
American Agriculture History Minute: Official Blue Jacket Adopted for FFA
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The first FFA national convention was held in Kansas City in 1928. Kansas City would, by the way, host the FFA …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 11-07-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today’s guest in Ethan Lane, Vice President of Government Affairs for the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association, who joins us to …
Almond Update: California Almond Board Courts Mexican Bakers with Central Valley Tour
The Almond Board of California recently hosted a tour in the Central Valley, targeting the Mexican baking industry to showcase the potential of almonds in sweet baked goods. This event …
U.S. Census Bureau Finds Child Supplemental Poverty Rates Lower Than Official Rates in Most States
The U.S. Census Bureau’s latest report, Poverty in the United States: 2023, highlights a significant trend: in 46 states and the District of Columbia, the child Supplemental Poverty Measure (SPM) …
NRCS Announces $1.5 Billion for Conservation Projects Aimed at Climate Action and Resource Protection
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) announced a landmark $1.5 billion investment in 92 conservation projects under the Regional Conservation Partnership Program (RCPP). These partner-driven …
American Agriculture History Minute: Ralston Purina Company Formed
I’m Mark Opel with an American Agriculture History Minute. As American agriculture expanded, farmers continued to make improvements in their production of grain, and by the late 1880s, 1890s, attention …
Election Results Set the Stage for New Priorities in Agriculture
The outcome of the 2024 General Election is set to bring significant changes to the agricultural landscape, according to at least one expert. With Donald Trump returning to the presidency, …
Sonoma County Votes Down Animal Containment Measure, Early Results Show
Note: As of the time of this posting, this race is not yet called. However, the results are trending significantly toward the measure failing. To view live election results, visit …
Farmers’ Optimism Rose Ahead of U.S. Election, Purdue Ag Economy Barometer Shows
Farmer sentiment surged in October, according to the latest Purdue University/CME Group Ag Economy Barometer. The index rose 27 points from September to reach 115, driven by improved expectations for …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 11-06-24
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Today we’re taking a break from election news and learning about some tools for the farm that you may not …