Get the latest agriculture news in today’s AgNet News Hour. The Ag-Net News Hour Hosts, Lorrie Boyer and Nick Papagni, “The Ag Meter,” discuss various agricultural and economic updates. Nick …
Wildfire Outlook for the Northwest & California
Jim Wolman of the National Interagency Fire Center has issued a warning about the increased potential for wildfire activity this summer across the Pacific Northwest and Northern California. While forecasting …
Plan to Boost American Timber and Mineral Production Affects California
President Trump is planning to boost American timber and mineral production which affects California. This plan could be huge for California. It means more logging which can create jobs and …
USDA Seeks Nominations for Christmas Tree Promotion Board
The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) is seeking nominations for four open seats on the Christmas Tree Promotion Board. These positions are for three-year terms beginning January 1, 2026. The …
American Agriculture History Minute: Missouri Bootheel Logging Industry Begins
I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. Agricultural development flourish in most Midwestern states, including Missouri. But the Missouri Bootheel remains swampy and subject to flooding and remain …
Schultz Appointed New Chief of the USDA Forest Service
Tom Schultz has been appointed as the new Chief of the USDA Forest Service, succeeding Randy Moore, who is retiring after over four decades of service. Sponsored ContentCIR Agriculture Harvester …
Stewardship Agreement Announced to Enhance Wildfire Prevention
A $75 million stewardship agreement was announced to enhance wildfire prevention by expanding fuel breaks across private and federal lands in California and Oregon. This initiative, involving the USDA, US …
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, 2025Protecting Your Operation from Damaging Fire …
Sheep Rancher Honored as California Cattlemen’s Association Livestock Man of the Year
Fifth-generation sheep rancher from Orland was honored as the California Cattlemen’s Association Livestock Man of the Year for his contributions to the sheep industry and his leadership roles in various …
Christmas Tree Industry Faces Climate and Economic Challenges
The U.S. Christmas tree industry is a vital and resilient sector, providing about $2.5 billion in annual revenue, according to Justin Whitehill, assistant professor at North Carolina State University and …
USDA Invests $265 Million to Conserve 335,000 Acres of Forestlands
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Forest Service has announced a $265 million investment to conserve nearly 335,000 acres of ecologically and economically significant forestlands nationwide. This effort, funded by President …
USDA Announces Investment to Conserve Forestlands Nationwide
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Forest Service has committed over $265 million to conserve nearly 335,000 acres of important forestlands across 17 states. This investment, supported by President Biden’s …
California Unveils New Tools to Track Wildfire Resilience Progress
The Governor’s Wildfire and Forest Resilience Task Force, along with the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE), launched several new tools this month to track the state’s …
Study: Wildfire Smoke Cuts Nut Production in California Orchards
Long-term exposure to smoke from wildfires can significantly reduce the energy reserves of orchard trees and slash nut production by up to 50%, according to researchers at the University of …