At a recent Senate Agriculture Committee hearing titled Perspectives from the Field: Farmer and Rancher Views on the Agricultural Economy, Part 1, agricultural leaders Zippy Duvall, President of the American …
Partnership Formed to Enhance Service to Retail and Food Service Partners
Corona College, Heights, Orange and Lemon Association, and Veg Fresh Farms have formed a partnership to enhance their service to retail and food service partners. This alliance combines CCHS’s citrus …
U.S. Agricultural Exports Surge in Volume Despite Lower Revenue in 2024
The United States saw a significant increase in agricultural export volumes in 2024, as lower prices encouraged global importers to take advantage of affordable bulk commodities. According to a report …
NASS Conducting a Survey for Specialty Horticulture Crop Producers
The USDA National Agriculture Statistics Service (NASS) is conducting a survey for specialty horticulture crop producers. The survey aims to gather detailed information about the sector. The data collected will …
37th annual California Small Farm Conference Coming Up
The 37th annual California Small Farm Conference, featuring over 40 online workshops and a dozen in-person gatherings, will take place from February 23-28, with a theme honoring the relationship between …
AgNet News Hour Friday, 02-07-25
Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. In this episode of the AgNet News Hour, hosts Sabrina Halvorson and Lorrie Boyer discuss the recent Senate Agriculture Committee …
AFBF Highlights Challenges Faced by Farmers and Producers
The American Farm Bureau Federation (AFBF) highlights the challenges faced by farmers and producers due to the inconsistent application of the Clean Water Act and the Waters of the US …
Upcoming Deadline for USDA’s Latest Census of Agriculture Subset Survey
Producers of specialty horticulture products have until February 14th to reply to USDA’s latest Census of Agriculture subset survey focused on their sector. Rod Bain reports. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
NASDA Sets Federal Policy Priorities for 2025
The National Association of State Departments of Agriculture (NASDA) has announced its top five policy priorities for 2025. The organization’s Board of Directors selected these key issues to guide their …
Newhouse has Prioritized Working on Specialty Crops
Representative Dan Newhouse of Washington, a member of the House Agriculture Subcommittee, has prioritized working on specialty crops. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester ProductsMarch 1, 2026Let’s Talk Livestock Risk Protection For …
Widespread Workforce Disruptions Not Observed
Despite reports of unease among farm workers in California, the California Farm Bureau has not observed widespread workforce disruptions. The organization will monitor the situation closely to ensure smooth operations …
Fertilizer Tariff Concerns Loom as Spring Planting Approaches
Fertilizer markets are facing uncertainty due to ongoing tariff discussions. Farmers and industry experts are watching closely as potential price increases could impact critical inputs for the upcoming planting season. …
Los Angeles County Households Affected by Wildfires May Be Eligible for Food Assistance
The US Department of Agriculture (USDA) has announced that households in 28 zip codes in Los Angeles County, affected by recent wildfires may be eligible for food assistance through the …
Vilsack Becomes New CEO of World Food Prize Foundation
The World Food Prize Foundation has announced that former U.S. Secretary of Agriculture Tom Vilsack will take on the role of Chief Executive Officer starting March 1, 2025. With decades …