…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
Agricultural Land By Liz Gray/via Wikimedia Commons I’m Mark Oppold with an American Agriculture History Minute. American Agriculture History Minute: Farmland Values Farmland values have always been part of American…
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
…leaf lettuce. This initiative aims to reduce inspections for compliant shippers and encourage better quality from producers. The program targets lettuce trucks crossing the southern US. border from Mexico. APHIS-DHS…
AgNet News Hour Monday, 04-07-25
…Expo in Tampa, Florida, aimed at fostering collaboration among citrus growers. Listeners are encouraged to email comments, topic suggestions and feedback to nick@agnetmedia.com Listen to previous AgNet News Hour episodes……
AgNet News Hour Friday, 04-04-25
…tariff announcements by the Trump administration, highlighting the complexities and reactions from various countries. Trump imposed a minimum 10% tariff on at least 60 countries, with specific rates including 34%…
Farm Closures Feared as Ag Industry Responds to New Tariffs
President Donald Trump announced sweeping new tariffs Wednesday during a speech in the White House Rose Garden, calling it “Liberation Day” and signing an executive order declaring a national economic…
AgNet News Hour Thursday, 04-03-25
…by California’s Attorney General Bonta, joined by 20 attorneys, challenging the mass terminations of federal probationary employees. The lawsuit, supported by a temporary restraining order, aims to reinstate employees from…
California Almond Producers Vote to Continue Marketing Order
…promotional campaigns, and quality standards, the program aims to maintain the competitiveness of California almonds in the marketplace. California Almond Producers Vote to Continue Marketing Order Sponsored Content Let’s Talk…
AgNet News Hour Tuesday, 04-01-25
…deals with countries like Vietnam, Japan, India, Peru, and the UK to mitigate these effects. The conversation also touched on the strategic importance of US-Canada relations and the potential for…
USDA Decides to Delivers on Rural Energy Commitments
…Clean Energy initiatives. Recipients will have 30 days to review and voluntarily revise their project plans to align with the “Unleashing American Energy Executive Order.” This process allows rural electric…
CDPR Introduces Spray Days California
The California Department of Pesticide Regulation (CDPR) has introduced Spray Days California, a novel statewide system providing transparent notifications about the use of restricted material pesticides. This system offers online…
Americans See Meat as Essential to a Healthy Diet
Image by Marco Rückauer from Pixabay Meat sales reached a record $104.6 billion in 2024, with volume increasing by 2.3% from the previous year. On average, consumers buy meat more…
Almond Board of California Seeking New Board Candidates
…the election timeline and deadlines, and frequently asked questions can be found at Almonds.com/Elections. All petitions and declarations must state the position for which the candidate is running and be sent to abcbodelections@almondboard.com or…