…Savelle, executive director of the Georgia Citrus Association, shared insights on growing varieties like Clementines, Page Mandarins, and Tangos, and the challenges of pest control and weather conditions. They emphasized…
Trump Administration Challenging California Governor’s Lawsuit Against Tariff Regime
…International Trade in New York. Newsom and California Attorney General Rob Bonta are suing to block Trump’s use of emergency powers to impose tariffs on Mexico, China, and Canada, citing…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-21-25
…composition. Almonds are rich in unsaturated fats, protein, fiber, magnesium, potassium, and vitamin E. The conversation also touched on the versatility of almonds, including almond milk and flavored almonds. Additionally,…
Ocean Freight Rates Tick Up as Tariff Moves Shake Trade
…week, as ongoing tariff changes out of Washington continue to impact global trade flows, according to Freightos. Freightos is an online platform that allows businesses to compare, book, and manage…
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-18-25
…S. McElroy, appointed by Trump, ruled that agencies cannot unilaterally alter funding granted by Congress. The ruling affects departments like USDA, EPA, and HUD, and orders them to release frozen…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-17-25
…to California and touring their operation. The California citrus market is thriving, with Kings River Packing handling over 22 million boxes. The company faces challenges from tariffs, particularly in Canada,…
Proposed Bill Would Require Congressional Approval Before New Agricultural Tariffs
…U.S. agricultural exports. In 2024, those countries were Mexico, China, Canada, the EU, and Japan. The proposal follows data from the U.S. Department of Agriculture showing that farmers suffered heavy…
National Sorghum Foundation Opens 2025–2026 Scholarship Applications
…strong, passionate leaders,” said Foundation Chair Jeff Dahlberg, Ph.D. “These scholarships are one way we invest in the next generation and support students advancing sorghum and agricultural innovation.” Three scholarships…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-14-25
…booming, with 360 million pounds expected by year-end. California, the second-largest cheese maker in the US, uses 46% of its milk for cheese production, resulting in 2.4 billion pounds annually….
CA DPR Seeks Public Input on New Pesticide Review Process
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (DPR) is asking for public feedback on its proposed pesticide prioritization process. Comments will be accepted through May 8 on the department’s online comment…
Canadian Manufacturers Say Tariffs Are Undermining North American Industry
…of the border. While Canada has so far avoided the latest round of reciprocal tariffs announced by the Trump administration, 25 percent tariffs on key products, including automotive parts, steel,…
American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values
…Such was the case for this farm in October 2024, 90 acres, 20 miles northeast of Omaha, Nebraska, in extreme western Iowa. The farm sold online $17,900 per acre. Again,…
Wine Retailers Say New Tariffs Could Hurt U.S. Industry
…They say the industry is already facing challenges from inflation, increased competition, and changing public attitudes toward alcohol. These factors have already led to lower wine consumption, according to NAWR….
APHIS-DHS Expanding Risk-Based Sampling Program at Ports of Entry
…Security’s (DHS) US Customs and Border Protection, is expanding its risk-based sampling program at ports of entry to include more lettuce varieties, such as iceberg, romaine, and red and green…