USDA Announces New Funding to Combat Destructive Feral Swine America’s farmers and ranchers continue to battle one of agriculture’s most destructive invasive species: feral swine. During a recent interview with …
USDA Launches $35 Million Feral Swine Eradication Program to Protect Farms
The U.S. Department of Agriculture is investing $35 million to help combat one of agriculture’s most destructive invasive species. During today’s episode of the AgNet News Hour, USDA Under Secretary …
House Budget Proposal Includes $12 Billion in New Farm Aid
A proposed farm aid package worth $12 billion is moving through Congress as part of a broader budget framework that also includes funding tied to the Iran war. A recent report highlighted the …
California Sheep Producers Warn H-2A Wage Rule Could Threaten Operations
A proposed change to California sheep producers’ labor costs is raising concerns across the state’s sheep industry, with leaders warning it could have far-reaching consequences for ranchers and wildfire prevention efforts. …
Kevin Kester Discusses Cattle Industry Challenges, Screwworm Response and Beef Processing Support
The AgNet News Hour welcomed former National Cattlemen’s Beef Association President Kevin Kester for a wide-ranging discussion on some of the biggest issues facing the U.S. cattle industry, including New …
Global Cherry Markets Shift as Harvests Expand Across the Northern Hemisphere
The latest global cherry market trends show production increasing in several key growing regions, creating added competition and putting downward pressure on prices. A recent report showed how harvest activity across the …
USDA Launches FIELDS Program to Expand Domestic Fertilizer Production
The new FIELDS program is designed to strengthen America’s fertilizer supply chain by increasing domestic production and reducing costs for farmers. A recent report highlighted details from U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Brooke Rollins …
Fresh Fruit Prices Expected to Remain Stable Despite Lower Farm Prices
The latest fresh fruit price outlook from USDA suggests consumers are likely to see relatively stable prices at the grocery store this year, even as growers continue to face pressure from weaker …
USDA’s Fordyce Highlights SPUR Initiative, Screwworm Fight, and Historic Farm Support
During an interview with “The Ag Meter” Nick Papagni, USDA Undersecretary for Farm Production and Conservation Richard Fordyce provided an in-depth update on several major initiatives shaping American agriculture. From …
Senate Farm Bill Draft Advances with New Support for Agriculture
The release of a long-awaited Senate Farm Bill draft marks another step toward updating the nation’s agricultural policy. A recent report highlighted key provisions included in the nearly 900-page discussion draft released by …
California Lawmakers Seek Emergency Funding to Fight Glassy-Winged Sharpshooter
California lawmakers are urging USDA to provide emergency assistance as the glassy-winged sharpshooter continues to spread across the state, threatening vineyards and other high-value specialty crops. A recent report highlighted a bipartisan effort …
DOE Updates 45Z Tax Credit Rules to Support Biofuel Feedstocks
New guidance for the federal 45Z tax credit is expected to provide greater clarity for biofuel producers while creating new opportunities for farmers supplying renewable fuel feedstocks. A recent report highlighted long-awaited updates …
Retail Lamb Sales Climb as Consumers Continue to Pay Higher Prices
Consumer demand for lamb remains resilient despite ongoing price increases, according to the latest retail sales data. A recent report highlighted new analysis from the American Lamb Board showing strong growth …
USDA Invests $105 Million in New World Screwworm Research and Response Effort
The fight against New World Screwworm is receiving a major boost as USDA launches an ambitious research initiative aimed at protecting U.S. livestock from one of the most damaging animal …