I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. The British government attempted to restrict westward expansion with the ineffective proclamation line of 1763 that was abolished by the new …
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-21-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour’s Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter” and Lorrie Boyer discuss the latest in agriculture news, focusing …
White House Budget Proposal Targets Local FSA, NRCS Offices for Closure
The Trump administration is proposing steep cuts to USDA programs and staff, including plans to shut down or consolidate many local Farm Service Agency (FSA) and Natural Resources Conservation Service …
Ocean Freight Rates Tick Up as Tariff Moves Shake Trade
Shipping rates for ocean containers from Asia to North America saw a small increase last week, as ongoing tariff changes out of Washington continue to impact global trade flows, according …
Impact of Tariffs Between the U.S. and China Ag Markets
Chief Economist Seth Meyers discusses the impact of tariffs between the U.S. and China on grain and livestock markets. He explains that the U.S. tariffs on China and China’s retaliation …
Fresh Tomatoes from Mexico Agreement Terminated
The US Department of Commerce plans to terminate a 2019 agreement that suspended an anti-dumping investigation on fresh tomatoes from Mexico, citing insufficient protection for American growers from inexpensive imports. …
April Updates in Cattle on Feed Findings
What did USDA’s latest Cattle on Feed report reveal regarding year-over year cattle inventories, placements, and marketings? Rod Bain tells us. USDA livestock analyst Anthony Fischer talks about fed cattle placements …
American Agriculture History Minute-Northwest Territory Established
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Today, when we think of the Northwest territory, we think of Montana, Utah, Oregon, and Washington state. But in 1788, American …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour’s Lorre Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” discussed the challenges faced by citrus growers, particularly …
California Treasurer: Tariffs Hurt Farmers and Raise Food Costs
California State Treasurer Fiona Ma spoke out Wednesday during a national press call hosted by a group of state treasurers. The group raised concerns about the economic harm U.S. farmers …
Bayer May Halt Glyphosate Production Without Legal Shield
Bayer says it may stop producing glyphosate—the world’s most widely used weedkiller—unless it receives court protection from lawsuits alleging the chemical causes cancer. According to the Wall Street Journal, Bayer …
California’s Gray Wolf Population Expanding
California’s gray wolf population is expanding, with seven established packs and four additional areas of activity identified by the end of 2024. The focus is shifting from migration-driven growth to …
Winter Wheat Crop Progress Perspective
Winter wheat crop heading progress and condition were focal points of USDA’s latest look at the national crop. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On …
Strawberry Shipments Up in Florida
In the first two and a half months of the year, strawberry shipments were up in Florida. Florida produces strawberries during the winter and spring, and typically accounts for about …