…tools to enforce our trade agreements and ensure that U.S. workers, farmers, manufacturers, and exporters receive the full benefits of the USMCA.” U.S. Agriculture Secretary Tom Vilsack also said the…
Specialty CROP Act Seeks to Bolster Ag Export Opportunities
…free trade agreements. The legislation mandates the inclusion of details on U.S. government actions to address barriers, solicits public and Agricultural Trade Advisory Committee input, and requires public disclosure while…
2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey Underway
The USDA’s National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) has initiated the 2023 Irrigation and Water Management Survey by mailing survey codes to selected irrigators nationwide, encouraging online responses to compile a…
Working to Strengthen Agriculture’s Talent Pipeline
…empowering the next generation of leaders. “AFA and FFA have similar goals and values regarding the role of school-based agricultural education,” says Scott Stump, CEO of the National FFA Organization….
Week in Review: Second Straight Year of Almond Acreage Decline & Farm Bill Gets Extended
…next steps in USDA’s efforts to bolster U.S. agricultural trade, including the department’s planned trade missions for 2024. Subscribe to the weekly newsletter to get the latest agricultural headlines in…
Consider Composting for Holiday Leftovers
…of Ours. Are there some Thanksgiving leftovers that will stick around in the refrigerator too long? Experts at the University of Florida Institute of Food and Agricultural Sciences suggest you…
Four Out of Five Americans Plan to Have A Thanksgiving Meal
…special meal. The survey, covering 1,200 consumers, assesses food spending, consumer satisfaction, and values, as well as support for agricultural and food policies. Survey data indicated that 79 percent of…
Undersecretary Keys in on Specialty Crop Trade
…million dollars to support the specialty crop sector in some of the unique challenges they have to export products around the world,” she said. “Oftentimes, while they’re high-value agricultural sectors…
More Than $653 Million in Port Investments Being Made
…chains faced challenges during the pandemic, leading to inflationary prices and delays. The Administration, in collaboration with port workers, has successfully reduced the number of container ships waiting at U.S….
AgNet News Hour: Monday, 11-20-23
…USDA’s 100th Agricultural Outlook Forum. Tune in to the show for these news stories, interviews, features, and more. Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes… Sabrina Halvorson National Correspondent /…
Vilsack Announces Plan to Increase Trade
…U.S. agricultural trade, including the department’s planned trade missions for 2024 and the opening of a public comment period for the new Regional Agricultural Promotion Program (RAPP). “As I’ve often…
Week in Review: Bad Year for Powdery Mildew & Red Tape Reduced on Sites Reservoir
…on a proposal for a statewide system to inform the public about planned applications of restricted material pesticides. Stay informed about the latest agricultural issues by subscribing to the newsletter….
Census of Agriculture Report to Be Released February 13
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) National Agricultural Statistics Service (NASS) is set to unveil the eagerly anticipated 2022 Census of Agriculture data on February 13, 2024. The comprehensive agricultural…
One-Year Farm Bill Extension Passes Through Congress
…for the bill’s passage. As President Joe Biden is expected to sign the extension into law, the agricultural community looks toward a more permanent solution with the anticipation of a…