A proposal from the Trump administration to impose new fees on ocean carriers with ties to China could significantly impact American farmers and ranchers by increasing export costs, according to …
Ninth Annual “Feeding the Economy” Report Highlights Agriculture’s Impact on U.S. Economy
The 2025 “Feeding the Economy” report, released by 36 food and agriculture groups, underscores the significant contributions of the American agriculture industry despite ongoing economic challenges. The study found that …
Impending Ban on Chlorpyrifos for Fruit and Vegetable Growers
Fruit and vegetable growers that use chlorpyrifos have until June 30, 2025 to use it on food crops. Researchers from the University of Florida advise producers to find alternatives as …
A Crucial Event for the Pork Industry
The 2025 National Pork Industry Forum, a joint meeting of the National Pork Producers Council (NPPC) and the National Pork Board, is a crucial event for the pork industry, with …
IFPA Hosting an Event in Guadalajara, Mexico
The International Fresh Produce Association (IFPA) is hosting an event in Guadalajara, Mexico, on May 14-15, 2023, for industry professionals to network and explore new products and solutions. Registration for …
Western Tree Nt Association Hosting Membership Mixers
The Western Tree Nut Association is hosting three membership mixers in April, May, and July to bring together industry professionals. Lorrie Boyer reports. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For …
American Agriculture History Minute: Gateway to the West
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Once the California Gold Rush began in 1848, Missouri cities like St. Louis, Kansas City, Independence, and especially St. Joseph became …
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 03-20-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni discuss the USDA’s approval of permanent …
Almond Board of California is Supporting the Next Generation of Agricultural Leaders
The Almond Board of California, represented by Kiki Sandrini, is supporting the next generation of agricultural leaders through the FFA by co-chairing the ALP golf tournament. The event, scheduled for …
CalCAN Advocates for a Continuous Allocation of CA GGRF for Agricultural Climate Solutions
The California Climate and Agriculture Network (CalCAN) recently advocated for a continuous 15% allocation of the state’s Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund (GGRF) for agricultural climate solutions, which could help reduce …
Forecasting 2025 U.S. Dairy Trends
How are milk production and price projections – by product and category – and other trends, reflected in USDA’s forecasts for dairy this year? Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk …
ECAP Payment Application Period Announced
Eligible producers can now submit their applications for USDA’s Emergency Commodity Assistance Program (ECAP). Rod Bain has more. Sponsored ContentLet’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For Those Beef On Dairy Animals …
American Agriculture History Minute: Rich Ag History of Missouri
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Agriculture has a rich history in the state of Missouri in the late 1700s and early 1800s. The agricultural surplus produced …
The Growing Edge: Wet Weather Impact on Central Valley Crops
Todd Burkdoll, a field market development specialist with Valent U.S.A., discusses the impact of recent and expected wet weather on Central Valley crops, particularly almonds, cherries, plums, and nectarines. He …