The Forever Green Initiative at the University of Minnesota aims to address one of agriculture’s biggest challenges: keeping soil covered and healthy throughout the year. While the program began with …
Cattle Industry Leader Highlighted Priorities for 2025
With a new Congress starting on January 3, 2025, and President-elect Donald Trump set to be sworn in on January 20, the National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) is focused on …
DHS Updates the H-2A and H-2B Visa Programs
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has updated the H-2A and H-2B visa programs, effective January 17, to enhance program integrity and worker protections. Key changes include prohibiting employers, recruiters, …
Discussions on the Agricultural Labor Issue
A recent panel covered continuing issues regarding the agricultural labor work force, as well as possible solutions. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch …
Regulations Revised for the Inspection and Certification of Fresh Fruits and Vegetables
The US Department of Agriculture’s Agricultural Marketing Service is revising regulations for the inspection and certification of fresh fruits and vegetables, aiming to equitably and accurately assess inspection fees based …
American Agriculture History Minute: Land-Grant Universities Outside the United States
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Land-grant universities exist in nearly every state as a result of the Morrill Act of 1862. And when we think of …
Voices of the Valley: The Connection Between Farming, Food, and Wellness
In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between the food we eat, provided by the farmers who grow our food, and our overall health and wellness. From fueling our …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 01-02-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the ongoing conflict between the …
Almond Update: Mastering Orchard Spraying
Spraying in orchards can be a delicate balancing act, requiring both advanced knowledge and careful attention to detail. Despite the availability of sophisticated equipment and costly products, effective spray application …
National Voluntary Livestock Improvement Program Planed by USDA
USDA has announced plans to establish a national voluntary livestock improvement program with plans to launch a public comment period through the end of the month. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Potential Port Work Stoppage Threatens U.S. Agricultural Exports
U.S. agriculture officials are watching closely as contract talks between the International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) and the U.S. Maritime Alliance remain stalled. The two groups are debating issues related to …
Knowledge Gaps in Livestock Market Contracting
There are some areas of knowledge gaps for producers regarding livestock marketing contracts, both those that can benefit and those that can be burdensome. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
American Agriculture History Minute: Louisiana Territory Purchased
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The United States purchased the Louisiana Territory in 1803 from the French for $15 million, or And the United States would …
Trump Threatens to Reassert U.S. Control Over Panama Canal
Reports say President-elect Donald Trump has threatened to take back control of the Panama Canal, claiming that Panama charges unfairly high rates for using the passage. During a speech to …