The first export sales report of 2025 came in below many traders’ expectations, according to Allendale commodity broker Greg McBride. U.S. corn sales totaled 777,000 metric tons, while soybeans came …
U.S. Ag Trade Considerations in 2025
What might be some of the questions regarding U.S. farm and food trade in the New Year, based in part on some of the developments of 2024? Rod Bain takes a …
Pacific NW Above-Average Mountain Snowpack Accumulations
USDA Meteorologist Brad Rippey discusses the Pacific Northwest’s above-average mountain snowpack accumulations, noting a pattern consistent with La Niña conditions despite the absence of an official La Niña. The Northwest …
Risk Analysis on the Importation of Fresh Pineapples from Indonesia
The USDA has completed a risk analysis on the importation of fresh pineapples from Indonesia, assessing potential pests. The analysis concludes that with proper phytosanitary measures, the risk of introducing …
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 01-07-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss agricultural burning in the San Joaquin …
Act Provides $9.8 Billion in Ag Relief, Texas to Benefit the Most
The American Relief Act of 2025, recently passed by Congress, extends the current farm bill through September 30 and provides $9.8 billion in market relief payments for 20 covered crops. …
Weed Killer Paraquat Linked Potentially to Thyroid Disease and Birth Defects
California’s pesticide regulators have linked the weed killer paraquat to potential thyroid disease and birth defects, though no direct link to Parkinson’s disease has been established. This preliminary report review …
AFBF Acknowledges Challenges Ahead
Joe Gilson from the American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) acknowledges the challenges ahead, noting the complexity of the farm bill with its 12 titles, which could cause delays in Congress. …
Free Plant-Cutting Sharing Event Coming Up
The South Orange County Chapter of California Rare Fruit Growers is hosting a free plant-cutting sharing event on February 8 at the Irvine Great Park, asking attendees to bring cuttings …
East and Gulf Coast Port Strike Appears More Likely
With less than a month remaining before the International Longshoremen’s Association’s (ILA) contract with the U.S. Maritime Alliance expires, shippers are increasingly concerned about the likelihood of a strike. According …
H-2A Program Sees Slight Increase
A recent report shows a small uptick in H-2A program usage for fiscal year 2024, suggesting that farmers and ranchers continue to rely on temporary workers. According to the Department …
DHS Updates the H-2A and H-2B Visa Programs
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has updated the H-2A and H-2B visa programs, effective January 17, to enhance program integrity and worker protections. Key changes include prohibiting employers, recruiters, …
Discussions on the Agricultural Labor Issue
A recent panel covered continuing issues regarding the agricultural labor work force, as well as possible solutions. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsNovember 1, 2024Protecting Your Operation from …
Voices of the Valley: The Connection Between Farming, Food, and Wellness
In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between the food we eat, provided by the farmers who grow our food, and our overall health and wellness. From fueling our …