Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack says U.S. payments to Brazil being jeopardized underscores the urgent need for Congress to pass a farm bill as soon as possible. Click to Open or …
Agriculture Secretary Vilsack on Economic Security
In a recent radio address, Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack said in order to bring about future economic security to the nation, the Congressional gridlock must be shattered. Click to Open …
Agriculture Crimes a Serious Problem
Agriculture crimes are a serious problem around California – especially in the state’s top producing county, Fresno. Fresno County Sheriff Margaret Mims spoke recently on that topic, and explained how …
Farmer’s Markets Gain Popularity
Farmer’s markets continue to gain popularity around the nation – as they connect farmers to the communities around them. Anne Alonzo is the Administrator for the Agricultural Marketing Service. She …
Farm Real Estate Values Up
Farm real estate values are up 13% this year, but one expert says those big increases may slow down in the next year or so. Farmland values in the US …
Huff Applauds Quick CDFA Action in Response to Citrus Pest
Oriental Fruit Fly Discovery Leads to 130 Square Mile Quarantine SACRAMENTO: Senate Republican Leader Bob Huff (R-Diamond Bar) says he supports the quick and definitive action taken by the California …
AgNeTVideo: Citrus Expo 2013 Prize Winners Announced
There were prize winners announced Thursday during Citrus Expo 2013 at the Lee Civic Center in Ft. Myers, Florida. Citrus Expo online coverage sponsored by and Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Citrus Expo FFA Fundraiser Winners
As part of a fundraising effort for the Florida FFA Association, two Citrus Expo attendees who donated to the cause took home big prizes. Dan Lewis of Albritton Groves won …
AgNeTVideo: Citrus Expo 2013-Tuesday Night Exhibitor Reception
Everyone enjoyed relaxing and having a good meal. The FFA officers were on hand selling raffle tickets for prizes to be awarded Thursday during the expo. Citrus Expo online coverage …
AgNet West E-news: Citrus Expo; Crop Report and Revenues; Dairy Tours
This week’s issue of the AgNet West E-news includes videos from the Citrus Expo, crop report and revenue information and more. Click here to view the current issue. Sponsored ContentCIR …
Citrus Industry E-news: Special Citrus Expo Edition
This week’s issue of the Citrus Industry eNews Exclusive from Florida includes coverage and videos from the first day of Citrus Expo. Want to learn more? Click here to subscribe …
Trade Sensitive Issues
Keeping in mind trade sensitive issues is part of the balancing act performed during ag trade discussions. Rod Bain reports. Click to Open or Download Audio Report Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture …
The Brown Marmorated Stink Bug- Top Invasive Pest in the U.S.
This one affects a variety of fruits and vegetables, including apples, peaches, figs, citrus, tomatoes, peppers and others. The U.S. National Institute of Food and Agriculture Administrator Sonny Ramaswamy says …
Citrus Expo Big Focus on the Asian Citrus Psyllid
We’re at the Citrus Expo in North Fort Myers Florida this week, where there’s a big focus on the Asian Citrus Psyllid and Huanglongbing disease. Sabrina hill has more from …