Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour’s Lorre Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” started out the show by discussing the latest …
USTR Announces Shipping Policy Changes
The Office of the U.S. Trade Representative (USTR) has announced a phased approach to new shipping policies following a year-long Section 301 investigation into global shipbuilding and logistics practices. The …
NCBA Supports Trump Administration’s Tariff Strategy
The National Cattlemen’s Beef Association (NCBA) supports the Trump administration’s tariff strategy, viewing tariffs as a means to an end rather than a final goal. The association aims to hold …
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-22-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag Net News Hour’s Lorre Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The AgMeter” started out the show by discussing updates on …
Colombian Blueberry Industry Experiencing Rapid Expansion
The Colombian blueberry industry is experiencing rapid expansion, with 650 hectares currently under cultivation and projections to reach between 3,000 and 5,000 hectares by 2026, a 669% increase. Colombia’s year-round …
Trump Administration Challenging California Governor’s Lawsuit Against Tariff Regime
The Trump administration is challenging California Governor Gavin Newsom’s lawsuit against the US tariff regime, aiming to move it from San Francisco Federal Court to the Court of International Trade …
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. …
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 …