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 ContentParka Helps …
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 …
Farmers Having Problems with Raccoons
Raccoons are not just a problem for suburban homeowners. They are a big problem for many farmers, as well. Gary Crawford has more. Sponsored ContentParka Helps California Citrus Growers Protect …
AgNet News Hour Wednesday, 01-01-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. Hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer share some of their favorite recent interviews on this New Year’s Day. Listen to …
Record Investment in Private Lands Conservation in 2024
In Fiscal year 2024, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) supported more than 23,000 climate-focused conservation contracts funded by the Inflation Reduction Act. Those investments covered over 11 million acres, …
Higher Retail Egg Price Forecasts for 2025
Will egg prices decline in 2025? Gary Crawford looks into it. Sponsored ContentParka Helps California Citrus Growers Protect Fruit Quality and PackoutSeptember 4, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsJuly 1, 2026CIR Agriculture Harvester …
Sheep Rancher Honored as California Cattlemen’s Association Livestock Man of the Year
Fifth-generation sheep rancher from Orland was honored as the California Cattlemen’s Association Livestock Man of the Year for his contributions to the sheep industry and his leadership roles in various …
EPA Updates Spanish Transition Guide for Pesticide Labeling
The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has updated its Spanish Transition Guide for pesticide labeling, effective December 26, to improve accessibility and communication for Spanish-speaking workers. Key updates include sections on …
American Agriculture History Minute: Kansas State Agricultural College Founded
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Kansas State University, originally named Kansas State Agricultural College, was founded in Manhattan, February 16, 1863, during the American Civil War. …
Estate Tax Changes Could Impact Farmers by 2026
An enhanced estate tax exemption, introduced under the 2017 tax reform law, may soon shrink if that law is allowed to expire at the end of 2025. If Congress does …
Corporate Transparency Act Filing on Hold
Just three days after the U .S. Court of Appeals for the Fifth Circuit reinstated a rule requiring businesses including farms to file beneficial ownership information, the same court has …
NCGA Expressed Disappointment Over Year-Round E15 Access in Year-End Legislation
The National Corn Growers Association expressed disappointment over the lack of year-round E15 access in year-end legislation, which they believed would help farmers facing low crop prices. Sponsored ContentParka Helps …